GunsAmerica is proud to giveaway a matched pair of commemorative Auto-Ordnance .45 ACPs. This is the first part of the matched pair, a 1911A1. It is a compelling historical single action, but Auto-Ordnance is giving it away with a matching Thompson 1927A1. Read our review of the pistol here.
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GunsAmerica Giveaway Gun: 1911A1 from Auto-Ordnance
BY Sam Trisler Published: April 16, 2016 { 19 comments }Henry’s Updates .30-30 and .45-70: Review Redux
BY Sam Trisler Published: April 15, 2016 { 44 comments }The Henry Repeating Arms Company has listened to customer suggestions and issues and has now addressed a few problem areas on their .45-70 and .30-30 rifles. We’re back on the range with the new guns to update our original review. So what’s new?
Prepping 101: Time to Cash in Those Wooden Nickels
BY Paul Helinski Published: April 10, 2016 { 1 comment }It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.
-Mark Twain
Reloading: Trimming Cartridge Cases
BY Tom McHale Published: April 10, 2016 { 6 comments }We’re continuing our coverage of reloading with an in-depth look at the options available for trimming up cases. This is how you ensure your recycled brass will fit in your gun.
Win an A-O Thompson and a 1911: GunsAmerica Giveaway
BY Dave Higginbotham Published: April 10, 2016 { 239 comments }GunsAmerica is honored to bring you our latest giveaway: a matched set of classic .45 ACPs. One winner will get this 1927A1 Thompson, and a 1911A1. These commemorative beauties are being made in limited numbers to mark the 100th anniversary of Auto-Ordnance, and you could win. Check out the details…
Why My Concealed Carry Gun is a .357
BY Dick Jones Published: April 9, 2016 { 77 comments }The debate about the best concealed carry gun will never be solved. But I’m going to throw in my vote for EDC: the .357. I’ve been studying defensive shooting scenarios and statistics, and here’s why I think this S&W revolver is the best option.
6 DA/SA Subcompact Service Pistols for Concealed-Carry
BY Max Slowik Published: April 8, 2016 { 46 comments }If you keep a DA/SA pistol at home for self-defense or range use it makes a lot of sense to get a DA/SA subcompact pistol for concealed-carry, too.
On a Tight Budget? The SCCY 9mm
BY Dave Higginbotham Published: April 6, 2016 { 127 comments }Looking for a low-cost 9mm that actually works? Check out the SCCY. This is one of those rare gems that almost everyone can afford, and they have lifetime. So what does a $225 9mm look like, and is it worth the money?
Prepping 101: Stovetop Baking With Diesel
BY Paul Helinski Published: April 3, 2016 { 2 comments }This is my second installment in two weeks on stovetop baking. As promised, this week we take a look at a variety of kerosene stoves that I run with diesel fuel, using ovens made for the stovetop. It is not by accident that propane has become ubiquitous in camp stoves, because propane is never smokey and regulating the burn is easy with modern equipment. The problem is, propane requires a pressurized tank to store it, and by the gallon, propane is two to three times the cost per BTU of gasoline and diesel. Of gasoline and diesel, diesel is safer and easier to store, and of stoves that will burn diesel, the wick varieties are easier to control, and they don’t need pumping.
Ammo Test: Barnes Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm +P
BY Tom McHale Published: April 2, 2016 { 8 comments }This Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm +P load is capped by an 115-grain, all copper projectile with a hollow point cavity big enough to hold your morning Cheerios. And they expand perfectly. If you are looking for an ideal carry round, consider these.









