Gunsmithing

MGI has the most innovative modular rifle on the market today. You want one serialized lower on which you can run just about anything else you want? MGI has it. We’ve put the Hydra system to the test–and couldn’t be more pleased with the way this thing runs. So what’s new for 2015?

The news from Cabot is welcome, for sure. They’re putting out a value line of 1911s now that cuts some of their previous prices in half. They may not have as many cosmetic extras, but these guns are smooth and rack like their more expensive brethren. Check out what’s new at the top of the 1911 food chain.

Funker Tactical looks at the devastating impact of the bolo round in slow motion.

Iraqveteran8888 shows us what bullets do in real life.

From CMP, “There is an $1,800 fee for the class and includes the CMP Special Rifle that participants will build in the class and three lunches that are provided. The class fee of $800.00 will be charged to the credit card provided approximately 4-5 weeks prior to the class.”

As much as I might judge a company by its product and initial quality, I give equal (if not more) consideration to how they handle problems. You can fix a gun–you can’t fix a bad customer experience. In the video I’ll show you and tell you everything that was wrong with the SR45 I purchased, and then I’ll show you how Ruger’s customer service team handled it. Get a fresh cup of Joe and watch the saga!

From Iraqveteran8888, “In this video, Ray goes over the process of assembling a stripped AR-15 lower receiver. Please follow the respective links for more information on the components used in this build. Stay tuned for a range review featuring the completed rifle in 25-45 Sharps.”

Our esteemed editor recently went on a rant about what he considers to be the Jan Brady of handgun ammunition. I think he’s delusional. There’s a lot to say about the .40 S&W, and very little of it is negative. Someone has to stand up for the .40–and I’m stepping up to the challenge. Here are 5 reasons why you should respect the round.

There’s a reason why so many people have gravitated toward polymer pocket pistols for concealed carry. 1911s, though beautiful, tend to be a bit bulky and temperamental. I can’t begin to tell you how many times I’ve seen them fail. But what if you could have a single action custom built for your specific concealed carry wish-list, and one that would never fail? How much would that be worth? Today we’re looking at just such a gun, a 9mm CCO from Guncrafter Industries–and we’ve spent some time in their shop to see how this level of perfection is possible.