Firearms History
WWII Japanese Small Arms: Rugged, Reliable, and Ugly
We are approaching 80 years since the end of the Second World War in the Pacific. The reputation of the guns of Imperial Japan have come full circle since then. Although odd to the eye, these more rugged attributes of these shooting irons have since been partially rehabilitated.
Old West Gunslingers: Not Like the Movies
Real-life gunslingers of the Old West rarely fought fair. The line between law and outlaw was often blurry, with men such as Wyatt Earp, Hickok, and Masterson walking both sides in a volatile world of violent men.
The Gallipoli Sniper Duel Between Billy Sing and ‘Abdul the Terrible’
The "sniper exploits" that occurred on the Russian Front during the Second World War have become something of a legend. However, a generation earlier, a very real sniper duel may have taken place during the Gallipoli Campaign in the First World War.
John Moses Browning and His Influence on the World
John Moses Browning is arguably the greatest gun inventor the world has ever seen, and his inventions have influenced the world forever. They've started wars, fought wars, and helped end those wars. A large portion of the guns we use today were built around his designs.
GunMag History: Guns of Normandy Beach
These five weapons used to storm the beaches are well worth remembering for being manned by some amazingly brave men, many of whom were really boys.
Weaponry of the Lewis & Clark Expedition: A Look at History
The Lewis & Clark expedition had a large impact on the course of the country. Let’s take a look at some of the weaponry from the journey.
The Awesome but Unsuccessful Puckle Gun
The Puckle Gun is sometimes inaccurately hailed as the world’s first machine gun. But it operated quite differently from modern machine guns. Here's a look at this fascinating piece of history.
A Brief History of the Beretta 92 Pistol
Rarely is a nearly five-decade-old design not only relevant, but among the best-selling products in the world. It’s probably not a stretch to say that the Beretta 92 may be the company’s flagship product across all platforms.
A Short History of Rifled Firearms
Despite its late 15th-century origins, rifling did not become widespread until the 1850s. Here's a look at the history and continued evolution of rifled barrels.
History and Small Arms of Dien Bien Phu
69 years ago the Battle of Dien Bien Phu came to an end after nearly two months of fighting. Here's a look at the small arms used in the battle.