Archive for Philip Schreier

Winchester's 'New' Model 1873

The lever-action Winchester Model 1873, the company’s first center-fire, is a classic piece of Americana, and its iconic lines are instantly recognizable. Now it is back in the Winchester catalog, and the barrels are roll-marked “Winchester” for the first time since 1919.

October 24, 2013

The Rough Riders’ Potato Digger

“Roosevelt’s Rough Riders” took two Colt-Browning machine guns to Cuba in 1898. One is now on display at the National Firearms Museum.

February 27, 2013

Roosevelt Guns at the NFM

More than 100 artifacts from Teddy Roosevelt are on display at the NFM.

July 27, 2012

Personally, I Prefer the Winchester

Theodore Roosevelt preferred Winchester rifles, and used them with confidence throughout his life.

April 30, 2012

The Airgun of Meriwether Lewis

We can see from this first entry that an airgun was the center of excitement and controversy from the outset of the expedition.

April 21, 2011

NRA & BSA: 100 Years of Partnership

NRA and BSA have enjoyed a tremendous relationship since 1910, with millions of boys and leaders having been members of both venerable institutions.

November 19, 2010

Reports from Afghanistan

Firearms on the Front Lines.

November 06, 2009

Rifleman At War: Iraq

When NRA's Phil Schreier went to Iraq for “American Rifleman Television” he wasn't sure how he’d be received. He needn’t have worried; all were glad to see him.

November 06, 2009

Guns West

Firearms used by John Wayne, Jesse James and Annie Oakley sit on display at the National Firearms Museum.

June 08, 2009

Webley Mk4 Revolver

Webley provided revolvers for the British military for close to 30 years. Today, the Webley Mk 4 that hasn’t been rechambered for .45 ACP is the most collectible.

May 09, 2009