William "Bucky" Lawson is a self-described "typical Appalachian-American gun enthusiast". He is a military historian specializing in World War II and has written a few things, as he says, "here and there". A featured contributor for Strategy & Tactics, he likes dogs, range time, and a good cigar - preferably with an Old Fashioned that has an extra orange slice.

Heading West: Armed in 1883

While the show doesn’t dwell on the guns, 1883 flashes some cool blasts from the past, like James Dutton’s 1873 Winchester carbine.

The Misunderstood Nagant M1895 Revolver

The Russian Nagant M1895 revolver is usually an afterthought, at best, when the topic of military surplus weapons comes up. But it’s a cool little gun that is surprisingly pleasant to shoot.

The Ukraine Second Amendment: Hypocrisy and Contradictions in the US

Much to the chagrin of gun control advocates, the so-called Ukraine Second Amendment is proving what gun owners have known all along - and providing ridiculous displays of contradiction and hypocrisy from even the loudest gun control activists.

Heritage Rough Rider vs. Ruger Wrangler — .22 Single Action Rivals

The single action Ruger Wrangler and the Heritage Rough Rider are two of the most ubiquitous and affordable .22 revolvers. How do they compare?

The M3/M3A1 Grease Gun: Built for Global War

Compared to the Thompson, the M3 Grease Gun was an ugly duckling—but it worked. Let's take a closer look at the details with Ian McCollum.

The M3/M3A1 Grease Gun: Unlikely Thompson Killer

How did the Grease Gun, an ugly, crudely-welded, stamped, sheet-metal gun carve its niche in American military history? Here's the story.

Larry Vickers — Two-Yard Torture Drill

When you need a good drill to improve your shooting, Larry Vickers is always a good source. He delivers again with his “Two-Yard Torture” drill.

HS Produkt VHS-2 Rifle: Best-Designed Bullpup in the World?

Ian McCollum is back with what may be the most well-thought-out bullpup design in the world. I know, Tavor and all that, but look at the HS Produkt VHS-2 rifle.

The M1 Carbine: Reputation vs. Reality

Listen in as firearms experts Ian McCollum (aka Gun Jesus) and the redoubtable Ken Hackathorn go in-depth on the iconic M1 Carbine.

Does Barrel Length Affect Bullet Performance?

Short answer — Yes, (to a point). Here's an interesting experiment on some of the effects that barrel length has on bullet performance.

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