April 16, 2013
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Chinese Kalashnikov: The Poly Tech AKS-762
So why did an AK-47 finally make it to Gun of the Week status over at Blue Book Publications after…»
From the History Books
A look back in time at the history of the guns we love with Senior Editor Garry James and S.P. Fjestad, author and publisher of the Blue Book of Gun Values.
December 21, 2012
5
Daisy Red Ryder Still Introducing Youngsters to Shooting
Shooters, hunters and gun owners in general are always searching for ways to attract youngsters to the shooting sports. It’s…»
December 20, 2012
2
Rifled Rarity: Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle
Smith & Wesson first entered into this detachable stock configuration in 1879, with the release of its Model 320 revolving…»
November 28, 2012
19
King of Bling: The Million-Euro Rifle
I’m going to keep the text very short on this Gun of the Week, as the images will speak much…»
September 27, 2012
14
Garry James’ Rules for Buying Collectible Guns
Perhaps a better title for this piece would be “Thoughts on Buying Collectible Guns.” Personally, I hate most rules and…»
September 4, 2012
25
Best Movie Guns of the Golden Age
As any firearms enthusiast/cineaste knows, as moves evolve thematically and technologically, fashions in cars, costumes, hairstyle and guns often follow…»
August 23, 2012
11
Peculiar Pistol: The Winchester Bolt-Action Pistol
I know what you’re thinking and it’s wrong – Winchester never made any pistols. Not true. You’ve probably also heard…»
July 31, 2012
1
A Colt Collector’s Dream: The Colt No. 1 Baby Paterson Revolver
There are two percussion revolvers that separate the men from the teenagers when it comes to Colt collecting. They are…»
July 12, 2012
32
G&A Mystery Gun: Identify and Win!
OK senior licensed gunocologists, assorted gun nuts, tenured behind-the-gun-counter employees, Googlemeisters, firearms expert wannabes and aging camoed rocket scientists –…»
June 28, 2012
2
Liegoise Percussion Pistols Showcase ‘Old World Quality’
It seems that every person has a different definition and/or assessment of the term “old world quality.” For many Americans,…»
June 7, 2012
20
Rare Nazi Belt Buckle Pistol Chambered in .22 LR
While this esoteric belt buckle technically qualifies as a firearm, most collectors would view it as more of a novelty…»
June 1, 2012
23
Rival Rifles: Guns of the Hatfield/McCoy Feud
“Oh the Hatfields and McCoys, they were reckless mountain boys.” So went the refrain from an old song commemorating the…»
May 23, 2012
6
King of Spain’s Deluxe Winchester: The Story of a $300,000 Rifle
Every one of us in the firearms industry who gets involved daily in identifying and evaluating used guns from the…»
May 20, 2012
7
Why Did Hollywood Shun the Colt .45 Government Model in Cinema?
Despite what many directors, producers and actors in Hollywood have to say about guns, even they grudgingly have to recognize,…»
April 6, 2012
7
The Ray Gun: An Introductory Gun of Yesteryear
I know in these PC days, it’s hard to imagine a time when most of the toys at the five…»
March 19, 2012
152
What are Your Favorite Firearm Nicknames?
Like so many things in the world that are admired, cherished or feared, firearms of various types have acquired nicknames…»
March 7, 2012
105
What’s in a Name: Common Mistakes in Gun Terminology
I’m constantly getting questions about what various gun terms mean. Even those individuals who have been in the sport for…»
February 27, 2012
9
A Gasser of a Revolver: The Austro-Hungarian Model 1870 Gasser
There’s no question about it. The Austro-Hungarian Model 1870 Gasser revolver is one serious hunk of metal. Tipping the scales…»
February 23, 2012
31
The World’s Best Service Sixguns: The Webley Revolvers
Most of us admit to having a guilty pleasure or two, and I will own up that I have more…»
January 20, 2012
5
Troopers’ Twofer: The U.S. Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine
A number of people have asked me what kind of gun I’m holding at the top of my blog. The…»
December 7, 2011
44
The Best .45 Auto: The Obregon Auto Pistol
When one thinks of countries known for innovative firearms design, Mexico is not one that immediately comes to mind. But…»
November 21, 2011
22
8 Most Important Developments in Shooting History
Once again, the blogmeisters have given me the thankless task of coming up with a number (this time, eight) of…»
November 10, 2011
142
What’s the Best Military Longarm Ever?
No matter how sophisticated things get, it’s always going to be the infantry in a war — the ground-pounders who…»
November 3, 2011
43
The Deadliest Handgun in History?
With a total of 35 million casualties, there is little doubt that the First World War was one of the…»
November 2, 2011
14
Sherlock Holmes: A Historically Good Shot?
While everyone is familiar with the many skills of the world’s first consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes, what is not generally…»
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