The M1 Carbine Family was designed primarily to offer noncombat and line-of-communications troops a better defensive weapon than a pistol or submachine gun.
Gun Collectors
Remington 870 Shotgun’s Many Faces
Whatever your taste, plain or fancy, new or old, it’s hard to go wrong with anyone of the many Remington 870 Shotguns…
1903 Springfield Family Of Rifles – Part 2
In this article on the 1903 Springfield Family Of Rifles we will look at the rifle’s production after World War One, and production through World War Two including the 1903A3…
1903 Springfield Rifle, A Brief History – Part 1 ~ Videos
1903 Springfield Rifle had a long service life, because it was the standard issue rifle for the US Army from 1903 until the adoption of the M1 Garand in 1936…
Smith & Wesson Model 3 Revolver
The single action Smith & Wesson Model 3 Revolver in all of its variations is still popular today among collectors and Cowboy Action Shooters…
1873 Colt Single Action Army Revolver A Brief History
One revolver stands out above all other handguns as the gun most associated with the American West, the Colt 1873 Single Action Army Revolver…
1938 “Mexican” Browning High-Power Turned in at LA “Buyback” in May, 2014
Look at this collectible 1938 “Mexican” Browning High-Power pistol is turned in at LA “buyback” in 2014 for $100 dollars. Did they think it was broken?
Bill Ruger – Successful American Arms Maker
A big name in the American firearms industry during the 20th century who would see much success was Bill Ruger…
America’s M1917 Enfield Rifle in .30-06
The famous Sergeant Alvin York is widely believed to have used a Enfield M1917 Rifle in the action that won him the Medal of Honor in 1918.
‘Forgotten Winchester’ Rifle Now on Display at Buffalo Bill Center of the West
Why would you leave your rifle and not come back for it?” Hlebinsky asks. “How many years was it hidden? Why was it left leaning against a tree???
British P-14 Rifle in .303 British – The Other British Enfield
The Pattern 14 would also serve as the basis for the American M1917 Enfield rifle .30-06, which Alvin York would use to win the Medal of Honor…
Gletcher Announces the Soviet Invasion with the APS Pistol
Gletcher, a company that specializes in the production and design of pneumatic replica firearms, introduce the world’s first air version of the Stechkin pistol, the APS…
NRA National Firearms Museum Opens New Steampunk Guns Exhibit
The NRA National Firearms Museum is proud to host Steampunk Guns, a new exhibit that combines a fantastic science fiction world with the modern steel canvas afforded by real firearm designs…
Factory Engraved Colt Paterson Revolver Achieves a Remarkable $414,000 at Auction
Bidding battles seemed to break out on the hour as collectors from across the nation and around the globe fought for their desired collectibles…
FNH USA Offers Sneak Peek at New Firearms ~ Mega Images
FNH USA is excited to announce that three new products, including a brand-new product line, will be making their first appearance on the FNH USA Booth #2324 at the 2015 NRA Annual Meetings…
Blue Book Of Gun Values Announces New 36th Edition
With thirty-six editions & 1.6 million copies in circulation worldwide, Blue Book Publications, is proud to announce the upcoming release of the 36th Edition Blue Book of Gun Values by S.P. Fjestad…
Illinois: Ivory Ban Legislation Defeated
The proposed language harmed those who have no part in illegal ivory trade activities, including firearm owners, sportsmen, hunters, recreational shooters and gun collectors…
Checklist For Gun Owners When Drawing Up Their Wills
In this post we deal with a short list of issues to be addressed when creating our updating a will with regards to firearms…
GLETCHER Parabellum CO2 Pistol
Gletcher, a brand under Sport Manufacturing Group Inc. that specializes in the production of pneumatic replica firearms, introduces the Parabellum…
World Famous Steyr SSG 69 Sniper Rifle To Be Retired In 2015
The World Famous Steyr SSG 69 Rifle is set to be retired after 40 outstanding years in service…
Interesting Early WWII Sweetheart Grips on Military Issue .45 Pistol
A sweetheart photograph was immortalilzed in lucite on the grips of the government .45 carried by this young officer in WWII…
Auto Ordnance Introduces the Budget Priced 1911 BKO Pistol
The 1911BKO is only the second 1911 pistol to be introduced over the past year, following in the footsteps of the successful 1911TC model in stainless steel just last year…
Guns of Outlaws – The Gun That Never Was – Part Two
In their newest book Historians Gerry & Janet Souter take the reader back in time between 1840 & 1940 when men traveled an imaginary twisting outlaw path, where outlaws lived bold and died hard…
Enter Your Firearms Consignments on an All-Star Tour with Rock Island Auctions
In the coming months Rock Island Auction Company is going to be attending some of the busiest and most prestigious firearms related shows in the country…
Guns of Outlaws – Weapons of the American Bad Man – Introduction Part One
In their newest book Historians Gerry & Janet Souter take the reader back in time between 1840 & 1940 when men traveled an imaginary twisting outlaw path, where outlaws lived bold and died hard…
Cody Firearms Museum Names Ashley Hlebinsky New Curator
Ashley Hlebinsky will take over the curatorial reins at the renowned Cody Firearms Museum of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming…
Strange Revolver Bedroom Set, Someone Had a ‘Thing’ for Them
A unique bedroom set constructed from revolvers is of unknown origin.
Savage Model 1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol Close to Buffalo Bill ~ Video
Nearly any firearm with a connection to William “Buffalo Bill” Cody is locked away in a museum somewhere…
NEW 1911A1 Government Model .45ACP Clone
Accurately detailed right down to the vertical slide serrations, exterior finish, fixed combat sights, & lanyard loop, the new 1911A1 even features plastic grips styled & colored like the originals…
High Caliber Gifts Brings Tradition of Christmas Guns to New Level
If someone is considering the gift of a brand new gun as a Christmas gift, we can help create a special firearm that is sure to become a family heirloom…