Gunsmithing

A Revitalized Vaquero
Customizing a six-shooter doesn't have to break the bank.
Patrick Sweeney
07-20-09
Handguns, How-To, Gunsmithing
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The term "custom" usually brings to mind 1911s with price tags of three or four grand. Or engraved revolvers in proprietary calibers. But you need not go anywhere near those levels to afford a custom gun. I learned to shoot with single-action revolvers...
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