Archive for NRA Staff

The Luger Pistol

Familiar to most devotees of war films, the Luger pistol, with its curved grip and toggle action, remains a favored military collectors' item.

August 11, 2009

Buffalo Bill's Colt Revolver

The most illustrious owner of this scroll-engraved Colt with serial number 1 was the larger-than-life frontiersman called "Buffalo Bill."

August 11, 2009

The Power of the Punt Gun

The best example of getting the most return for one's single shot had to be the punt gun.

August 11, 2009

Magnum, p.i.'s Colt Pistol

The 9 mm chambering for this prop gun was selected due to better functioning with easily obtainable 9 mm blank cartridges.

August 11, 2009

Winchester Model 1876

Featuring left-handed loading capability, this 26-inch rifle also has an intriguing one-piece cleaning rod affixed to the side.

August 11, 2009

Model 1921 Thompson

This Model 1921 Thompson, serial number 6040, had been sold by a small police department in the Milwaukee area and was still brand new.

August 11, 2009

John Wesley Hardin's Colt Revolver

Hardin usually carried more than one Colt revolver, as reloading a cap-and-ball handgun under fire was not a quick or easily completed task.

August 11, 2009

Xtreme Machining .338 Xtreme Tactical (Page Two)

A 2,000-yard plus rifle for competitors and long-range shooters.

August 07, 2009

Xtreme Machining .338 Xtreme Tactical Rifle

A 2,000-yard plus rifle for competitors and long-range shooters.

August 07, 2009

Tech Force Contender Model 89 Air Rifle (Page Two)

Modern-day air rifles are a far cry from what many envision.

August 06, 2009

Tech Force Contender Model 89 Air Rifle

Modern-day air rifles are a far cry from what many envision.

August 06, 2009

The Real "Dirt" on Midsouth Shooters Supply

The Real "Dirt" on Midsouth Shooters Supply

August 05, 2009

Harper Creigh's Colt Single-Action Revolver

These .44-caliber revolvers are usually carried in holsters emblazoned with gold and silver conchos depicting the SASS logo.

August 05, 2009

The Smith & Wesson Schofield

This Schofield .45 bears serial No. 1 and was a revolver that witnessed both military and civilian service.

August 05, 2009

The Colt .45

The most recognized item in any Texas Ranger's wardrobe, outside his circular Silver Star badge, has to be his sidearm.

August 05, 2009