Plenty to go over today, loading hot ammo, swapping 1911 barrels, S&W rimfire action jobs and the start of RCBS, Speer and CCI; Grocery Stores and Ladies Rooms with my son Ed.
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Ben Jones Custom Super .38
1911_purview This custom Colt Government Model in .38 Super (despite the “.45” marking on the slide) was built by legendary pistolsmith Ben Jones of Ruskin, Florida. A highly decorated Korean War Army Ranger, Jones also served with the French Foreign Legion in Vietnam during the early 1950s. Soldier, machinist, inventor, and master gunsmith, he broughtContinue reading “Ben Jones Custom Super .38”
Russia develops Mnogotochie anti-drone multi-bullet rounds
So, this is from Russia’s news agency so the usual caveats apply the same as they would with any other country releasing info about their new wonder weapons, the US being no exception to this. According to Rostec, experience shows that small arms are an effective means of defense against UAVs MOSCOW, January 22. /TASS/.Continue reading “Russia develops Mnogotochie anti-drone multi-bullet rounds”
Apocalypse Now 1979 Promo Material
A collector friend has some real gems. Some merch from the original premier of the film. “Two original Apocalypse Now promo tees and a lobby card from the 1979 premiere”
Uncommon Valor
Well, Gene Hackman, his wife and dog were found dead early 2-27-2025. A helluva good actor who made some great flicks. This one being my favorite. Let’s take another look at it in honor of Gene and his career. RIP to him and his wife and dog. In 1983 the Vietnam War had only beenContinue reading “Uncommon Valor”
A Norwegian 1911 So We Can Talk About Springs & S&W Hard Cylinder Release Remedies
LEFT THE RANGE- Marc Krebs
Some bad news today. MArc Krebs passed away. With great sadness we are heartbroken to share that Marc Krebs passed away early Sunday morning. He will be always missed and remembered forever with love.Please keep our family in your prayers.Krebs Custom will be closed today 7/6/26
Spilborgh Custom Comped 1911
1911_purview I have been slacking, but I’m back from my trip, so let’s finish the compensated 1911s. Up next is a 1967 Colt 1911 by Santa Barbara gunsmith John Spilborghs. Spilborghs immigrated to the US from Belgium in 1967. He was an accomplished machinist and crafted some of the finest custom 1911s in the lateContinue reading “Spilborgh Custom Comped 1911”
Colt Defender & G26
A guest post from Adam The Colt Defender and Glock G26 together for a quick comparison. Colt lists the Defender as having a 3″ barrel, with an overall length of 6.75″ and weighing in at 24 oz. Glock lists the G26 as having a 3.42″ barrel, an overall length of 6.49″ and weighing in atContinue reading “Colt Defender & G26”
Taking A Three Day Weekend, Happy Independence day
It is as hot as hell’s hinges and its the weekend of the 4th. I’m gonna observe the Saturday holiday the same way the federal gov is, by taking Friday off as well. I made an extra super duper Friday fun post to make up for it though. You guys have fun celebrating what isContinue reading “Taking A Three Day Weekend, Happy Independence day”
Scattered Shots 