The 1860 Henry, a paradigm-shifting lever action that first appeared in the Civil War era and influenced firearm design well into the future. But, originals of this firearm can be rare and expensive. So what about those of us who would like to own one for themselves, one that we can actually shoot?
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Cowboy Time Machine: New U.S.-Made Iron Frame Henry—Full Review.
Published: August 24, 2016 { 31 comments }
Engraved, Gold-Plated Goering Gun at Auction
Published: August 6, 2016 { 7 comments }This golden Walther made for Hermann Georing is expected to bring as much as $400,000 at auction along with a matching ring and set of cuff links.
Do You Know the Difference Between Derringers and ‘Deringers’?
Published: July 28, 2016 { 14 comments }Ashley Hlebinsky, the Robert W. Woodruff Curator at the Cody Firearms Museum, shows us a rare and unique “Deringer” pocket pistol and shares some history around the once popular derringer pistols.
Europe Leaders Propose Semi-Auto Gun Ban
Published: June 28, 2016 { 15 comments }E.U. leaders along with Prime Minister of the U.K. David Cameron are pushing for restrictions or bans of semi-automatic rifles including deactivated guns.
SOCOM Looking to U.S. Gun Makers for AKs, Dragunov SVDs and More
Published: June 20, 2016 { 22 comments }The United States Special Operations Command or USSOCOM or just SOCOM is looking to buy a whole bunch of AKs, Dragunov SVDs and more.
Cowboy Time Machine: Uberti Replaces SAA Transfer Bar w/Glock Style Floating Pin – Cattleman II Review
Published: June 17, 2016 { 43 comments }More than 140 years after the Colt SAA was invented, Uberti decided it was high time to change the rules and engineered a solution to the historic problem of having to “safely” carry a Single Action with the hammer resting on an empty chamber.
Smith & Wesson’s Biggest Fail? The Ultra-Rare Model 320 Revolving Rifle
Published: June 8, 2016 { 6 comments }Obviously, these are success stories the likes of which have changed firearms history. However, for every success story, there are dozens of ideas that didn’t make it. Even the vaunted Smith & Wesson was not immune from the pitfalls of 19th Century firearms design. Case in point: the Model 320 revolving rifle.
The G3 Is Back! PTR Industries’ GI Model 7.62x51m — NRA 2016
Published: May 20, 2016 { 13 comments }The iconic “roller-locked” series of rifles designed by Heckler & Koch (HK) have been a perennial favorite with military and tactical firearms aficionados. And, thanks to the efforts of South Carolina-based PTR Industries and its PTR-91 GI model, shooters have a chance to own a newly made version of this classic 7.62x51mm design.
Heckler & Koch Unveils Semi-Auto SP5K, New VP9 in FDE — NRA 2016
Published: May 20, 2016 { 25 comments }Heckler & Koch unveiled a commercial semi-automatic version of their iconic MP5K machine pistol at this year’s NRA Annual Meeting, the SP5K. They are also adding a new model VP9 pistol with a flat dark earth (FDE) frame and factory night sights.
Buying Guide: 5 Things to Consider When Buying a Historic Gun
Published: May 7, 2016 { 5 comments }Looking to buy a historic firearm? Here are five things to consider in this GunsAmerica Buying Guide that will help you feel confident in your decision.