Firearms History
The CETME L Rifle: The Spanish HK?
H&K owes much of its success to CETME’s early sponsorship and development of Ludwig Vorgrimler’s designs. So, the next time you’re checking out certain H&K products, maybe give a nod to Spain’s CETME. They did some good work.
Origins of Gunpowder: An Historical Perspective
The historical significance of gunpowder as a catalyst for change and a symbol of human ingenuity remains undeniable. The origins and evolution of gunpowder serve as a testament to the transformative power of scientific discovery and its enduring impact on civilization.
Guns We Miss: The Iconic 3.5″ Barrel Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum
There are certain guns whose shape and configuration just imprint on us and become iconic. The Luger pistol and the Mauser C96, the 1911, and the Colt Single Action Army. Sometimes it’s the shape of the barrel that makes the difference, a classic example being the much-copied vent-ribbed and under-lugged Colt Python. But the only […]
Guns We Miss: The Third Generation S&W Autos
From the late 1980s to the end of the 20th Century, we had the Third Generation S&W semiautomatic pistols. To appreciate them, we have to understand what preceded them.
Ruger’s Purchase of Marlin: Saving An American Company
Some companies decline in quality, value, and craftsmanship when they are bought out by larger companies. But Ruger has given new life to the legendary company.
150 Years of the Classic Winchester Model 1873
Gun people love the classics, and they don’t come any more classic than this. Happy Anniversary, Winchester ’73. Here’s to many more.
Wild West Lawmen & Their Guns of Choice
What weapons did Wild West lawmen use? Let’s take a quick look at the guns that the Earp brothers, Bat Masterson, Bill Tilghman, Bass Reeves, and "Heck" Thomas used on duty.
The Best Bolt Action Ever Invented: The Mauser 98
There are some very fine bolt action rifles out there, but none are better than the Mauser 98. That’s my opinion. Change my mind.
The Second Amendment: An Origin Story for Today
As history has taught us, the Second Amendment was created as a safeguard against real abuses of power, the root causes of which still exist.
Ruger: An All-American Company
Bill Ruger was a natural tinkerer with no professional training as a gunsmith or engineer, but his love of firearms led him to become a pioneer in the firearms industry. He was not the first great firearms designer, nor the first to use cast parts, or invent the transfer bar safety. But he had a knack for sensing the room for what the public wanted and found as simple a path as possible to give it to them.