Archive for historical

The M14: Uncle Sam's New Automatic Rifle

In honor of the 125th anniversary of American Rifleman, the following is an excerpt from the February, 1952 issue: Uncle Sam's New Automatic Rifle.

June 09, 2011

The Trials of the M1911

The adoption of the M1911 came to be through a lengthy trials process and a partnership between Colt’s Mfg. and John Moses Browning.

May 24, 2011

Jeff Cooper: Father of Modern Pistol Shooting

Every shooter has been influenced in some way by Col. Cooper.

May 18, 2011

The Other Great Guns of John Browning

Browning gave us the world’s greatest pistol and so much more.

May 18, 2011

Refinishing: Giving Ugly Guns a Second Chance

Professional refinishing can bring new life to a worn pistol.

March 18, 2011

Colt Woodsman Target Model

The Woodsman started many a young person on a lifetime of shooting.

March 04, 2011

The "Tommy's" Thompson

Thompson submachine guns served with British troops during World War II.

February 23, 2011

P. Webley & Son British Bull Dog

Though considered obsolete, the Bull Dog is sought after by collectors.

November 29, 2010

The Amazing Life of Walter R. Walsh

As a record-setting shooter, Marine officer, FBI agent and Olympic competitor, Walsh has led an interesting and amazing life.

October 21, 2010

Book Review: Guns of the American West

Adler combines information with illustration to tell about the guns of the American West.

August 30, 2010

Book Review: FN Browning Pistols

These sidearms shaped world history.

July 21, 2010

Smith & Wesson Hand Ejector: A Look Back

A look back at the Smith & Wesson Hand Ejector, better known as the M&P or the Model 10.

July 12, 2010

The Arms of April 19, 1775

At the battles of Lexington and Concord, American Patriots stood up to the might of the British Empire with the guns they had.

June 29, 2010

Sharps 1874 Sporting Rifle

Sharps rifles bring a premium, even altered.

April 21, 2010

American-Made Muskets in the Revolutionary War

As galloping express riders and ringing church bells spread across New England during the early hours of April 19, 1775, thousands of farmers and tradesmen carrying a variety of firearms poured out of their homes and headed toward Lexington and Concord to intercept the British Army column approaching from Boston. America’s War for Independence had begun. Yet, despite their deeply held convictions, these provincials had no realistic chance to win.

March 29, 2010