There is an old story about a Texas Ranger. He was attending a social event with his family, wearing his issue sidearm. A woman approached the Ranger and said “I see you are wearing a pistol, are you expecting trouble?” The Ranger replied politely, “Why no ma’am, if I was expecting trouble, I would have brought a rifle.”
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Most Important Aspects of Selecting a Handgun for Self-Defense: Fit and Function
Published: June 16, 2018 { 10 comments }
High Tower Armory MBS 95 Hi-Point Bullpup Kit Now Shipping!
Published: June 14, 2018 { 27 comments }After two years in development, High Tower Armory is excited to say that their MBS 95 bullpup conversion kit for Hi-Point carbines is now shipping.
The Guns of D-Day – June 6th, 1944
Published: June 5, 2018 { 19 comments }The primary weapon of the infantryman is the rifle. Yes, at this time there were also submachine guns, pistols, anti-armor weapons, and machine guns. But these weapons were all intended to support the rifleman as he took or held ground. Interestingly enough, most of the armies in the Second World War were using either the same rifle their fathers carried in the First World War or a variant thereof.
Springfield Armory XD-E Unboxed at the Gun Counter
Published: May 30, 2018 { 21 comments }We unbox the Springfield Armory XD-E. The hammer-fired SA/DA polymer pistol purpose-built for concealed carry and home defense.
Top Five Materials for 1911 Grips
Published: May 29, 2018 { 12 comments }Over time, we have seen numerous materials used for 1911 grip panels, each with pros and cons and each able to tell a story or improve a shooter’s ability to use the gun. Here are my top five materials used in 1911 grips.
Hi-Point Touts Toughness, Affordability of Pistol & Carbine Combo
Published: May 24, 2018 { 12 comments }“The result is a great robust, accurate, hard hitting, cost effective magazine compatible combination gun set at a FULL RETAIL of only $538 that is warranted for life to the gun (not just the original buyer),” said Hi-Point.
Touring the CMP: A Look into the First Batch of M1911s
Published: May 23, 2018 { 84 comments }The National Rifle Association’s American Rifleman got the first crack at the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s military surplus 1911s.
Faulty, Fabulous, or Fad? An M.D. Argues the 40 S&W
Published: May 18, 2018 { 111 comments }The .40S&W arose as the indirect result of the FBI’s 1986 Miami shootout. If you aren’t familiar with the details surf on over when you’re done here. Any student of small arms is well served to read up on it. Google is your buddy. During the Miami shootout, two FBI special agents were killed and five wounded by a pair of bank robbers wielding a variety of weapons.
Springfield Armory XD-S Unboxed at the Gun Counter
Published: April 30, 2018 { 16 comments }The Springfield XD-S is the original concealed carry 45 micro pistol. It is lighter, thinner and more compact than any other conceal carry 45 on the market. Watch us unbox the XD-S at the Gun Counter.
U.S. Handgun Used in Two World Wars; It Isn’t a 1911
Published: April 27, 2018 { 27 comments }Overall the Colt 1917 is a very interesting revolver. It was a stop-gap sidearm that ended up with American troops in two world wars. 1917 revolvers, both Colt and Smith & Wesson, can usually be found for reasonable amounts of money (especially in comparison to other US military revolvers, or WWI 1911s). They are not difficult to find suitable ammunition for, and they’re strong enough to enjoy some range time with. So if you’re looking for a WWI handgun to add to your collection, consider one of these old Colts.