Firearm History
375 Ruger – Origins & Ballistics
The .375 Ruger has been around for years and like many of today’s modern cartridges was born out of an…Read More >
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From Lead Balls to Monolithic Bullets — History of Firearm Projectiles
Gunpowder and the first firearms were invented in China in the 9th Century, where experimenting monks created a mixture that…Read More >
Ammunition
The Failure of the .40 Smith & Wesson
In the spirt of full disclosure and to get the hate mail started “tout suite,” I have never liked the…Read More >
Firearm History
Clone Guns: Are They Worth the Cost Savings?
When considering the question “Are clones worth it?” it may depend upon what “it” is. Are you a hunter, shooter,…Read More >
Firearm History
Are Rossi Rifles Worth the Money? (Actually, Much More!)
I grew up a fan of cowboy guns — single-action revolvers and lever-action rifles. In those days, if you wanted…Read More >
Firearm History
The Most Iconic Handgun — Ever!
One would be hard pressed, indeed, to deny that the P08, Parabellum pistol, German Luger is the most recognizable firearm…Read More >
DIY
How to Document Your Gun Collection
There are three reasons I can think of why documenting your firearms collection is important. The first is for insurance…Read More >
Ammunition
Nostalgic About Guns? Not me. Not At All
During lonely hours, we sometimes replay long ago moments. The past only exists in the memories we have edited and…Read More >
Firearm History
The Nonsense of Firearms Rating Methods
Recently, a friend and I were conversing about purchasing surplus, used, or previously owned firearms. While discussing the current options…Read More >
Firearm History
Regrets: The Ones That Got Away!
In a prior article, I expressed regret concerning firearms that I prematurely parted with. So, I thought it appropriate to…Read More >