Bob Marvel, a respected 1911 gunsmith, offers classes for those who want to build a pistol from the ground up. This is mine. In the first part, I detailed the build itself, but now it is time to test out the finished gun. So how does my custom 1911 run?
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Citadel 1911s In Flat Dark Earth Cerakote – In Hand Review – SHOT Show 2016
Published: January 30, 2016 { 4 comments }The entry-level 1911 market is always rich with choices, but not usually with all the extras that Legacy Sports provides with these Citadel pistols.
New 2-in-1 Handi-Rackers — SHOT Show 2016
Published: January 24, 2016 { 6 comments }Handi-Racker is adding two new pistol charging aids with an updated, more universal design. These tools help people with hand problems rack slides. Could it get any easier?
SIG SAUER’S Classic P225 Re-Born
Published: December 16, 2015 { 5 comments }Looking for a compact single-stack that runs like a much bigger gun? Check out the SIG P225-A1. In a year full of compact 9mms, this one offers something different.
Give the Best Gift You Can Give this Year: Freedom
Published: December 8, 2015 { 1 comment }I recently offered a few suggestions for stocking stuffer gifts this Christmas. I’d like to add one more, at the top of that list – Freedom.
5 Stocking-Stuffer Ideas for the Shooter on Your List
Published: November 25, 2015 { 1 comment }Looking for stocking-stuffer ideas for the shooter on your list? Look no further. Here are 5 ideas that are sure to please.
Hand Building a Custom 1911 (The Bob Marvel Way)
Published: October 19, 2015 { 20 comments }Bob Marvel builds exceptional custom 1911’s. For decades he has built pistols for world champion competitors. His guns are accurate and they don’t malfunction. And now you can learn from the master. I recently had the opportunity to build a 1911 from scratch, with the help of Bob Marvel, and here’s the result–step-by-step.
A Visit to Talon Grips
Published: October 6, 2015 { 7 comments }Talon Grips are a simple addition to most guns, but the extra texture they provide is a great advantage. We recently had the chance to visit the factory and get the inside scoop from the team at Talon.
Heckler & Koch P30SK: A Carry Gun You’ll Want to Carry to the Range!
Published: October 1, 2015 { 26 comments }The H&K P30SK is a dynamic little gun. As the hype builds over the perfect 9mm for concealed carry, H&K’s latest entry snuck in this summer with very little fanfare. Yet this is a gun that’s easy to shoot, which makes training easy–yet it is still ideal for carry. Check out our review.
10 Essentials for Your Range Bag
Published: August 12, 2015 { 3 comments }Shooting is a gear intensive sport. We tend to focus on the sexy gear, but the reality is much more pedestrian. So what do you put in your range bag that will keep you and your gun running? Here are 10 essentials.









