Firearms History
The Mare’s Leg: Pop Culture Cool
The Mare's Leg is born of Hollywood imagination, not the Old West. While undeniably cool, what's it good for and where did it come from? Let's delve into this increasingly popular piece of movie lore.
SMGs & the Operational Briefcase: A Concept of the Cold War
The operational briefcase was an innovation that came about during the Cold War. Let's examine some intriguing designs.
10 Facts About the American Thompson Submachine Gun
The Thompson Submachine Gun has a fascinating history. Here are 10 facts you probably didn't know about the American Thompson, otherwise known as the "Tommy Gun".
Berdan vs Boxer Primer: A History of the Modern Primer
The history of the modern primer is a testament to the constant evolution of firearms technology. The primer, a small but indispensable component of ammunition, underwent significant transformations over the centuries. These transformations led to the reliable ignition systems in modern firearms today. Boxer vs Berdan primers are the two most common types of ignition […]
The 1911 pistol has been pronounced dead many times, but it shows no sign of slowing down. More models come to market every year, and the basic design still dominates in action pistol competition. The future will see more high-capacity 9mm 1911s with red dots, but the original, the 5-inch barreled Government Model .45ACP, will never disappear completely.
Company Profile: Heckler & Koch
From its origins as the Royal Württemberg Rifle Factory in the early 1800s to its pioneering firearms like the MP5 and HK 416, Heckler & Koch has a reputation for excellence and innovation.
The Marine Corps Iwo Jima Stinger
The M2 Stinger and the men who created it and wielded it were a credit to the Marine Corps and to their country. Here's a look back at the how the US Marines improvised a rather radical version of the M1919 machine gun.
Bill Doolin: Last of the Old West Outlaws
The Old West wasn’t what we see in the movies, but the outlaw gangs were real. Hardly romantic, these desperate men lived hard and mostly died young. Bill Doolin never saw 40.
What guns did the Roof Koreans wield during the 1992 LA riots? It turns out to be an interesting mix of civilian-owned firearms.
The Colt Peacemaker: 150 Years of the Great American Firearm
Many folks consider the 1873 Colt Single Action Army to be the definitive American firearm. That’s hard to argue with, though a few contenders admittedly exist. That it’s the single action sidearm by which all others are judged cannot be denied.