“Tag: colt”

While the Colt Model 601 was the first AR-15 to be mass-produced, there were several design variations that came before and during the platform's development.

From its classic, competition-oriented construction to its svelte styling and pocketable size, follow Wiley Clapp as he delves into a custom Colt Woodsman project like no other.

Despite the U.S. Army's initial rejection of the Colt M1895, the "Potato Digger" soldiered on with a fruitful service history around the world.

My favorite firearm is a .45-cal. Colt Single Action Army that I purchased new in 1980. The old Colt exudes Western adventure, both real and imagined.

As most anyone who is married knows all too well, failing to remember a significant anniversary is a mistake best avoided. In view of that, we always strive to point out important milestones as they pertain to the world of firearms—and in this issue we mark two.

I was reading an auction catalog, and a reference was made to an American military Thompson submachine gun. It stated it was a “1928 Colt Navy overstamp, not a Savage.” The catalog made that verbiage seem important. What’s the significance of the “overstamp,” and were there other military 1928 Thompsons besides the Navy guns?

Uberti USA is keeping the past alive in a visually stunning way, with its 1866 Yellowboy Deluxe lever-action rifle.

Taurus USA has announced, for 2023, it will be extending its exclusive Executive Grade treatment to the popular and unique Judge revolver line.

There are dozens of new long guns out from many manufacturers this year, but these five highlight which way the wind's blowing for industry rifle development.