Norwegian Colt M1912 pistol (top). Note the slide stop lever (arrow) with extended thumb piece, characteristic of the M1914 pistol (bottom).
Donald B. Bady, in his book, Colt Automatic Pistols 1896-1955, states that Norway instituted tests of automatic pistols in 1909, and that those tests were concluded in 1912. At that time, the Norwegian government adopted what was essentially the U. S. M1911 pistol under the designation “Colt Automatisk Pistol Modell 1912.”
The North-South Skirmish Association held its 151st National Skirmish in May 2025, where 129 teams competed using authentic Civil War-era arms and artillery.
For this episode of Gun Of The Week, we’re on the range with a scout-type bolt-action rifle from CVA. This is the SR-80.
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Consider adding these five simple efficiencies to your ammo-loading routine for more time to do the other things you love, such as punching bullseyes.
Without ammunition, what good are new guns? So, here are a few new ammo products to look out for in 2025...
The Shell Shock Technologies 7.62 NATO Nickel-Alloy Shell (NAS3) cartridge cases have successfully completed rigorous testing at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division.
