Firearms History
10 Facts About the M1 Garand: America’s Favorite Battle Rifle
The M1 Garand was once described as "the greatest battle implement ever devised". It's legendary performance remains well-known to this day. Here's 10 facts you didn't know about the M1.
The Marlin Model 62: A Unique Piece of Levergun History
The Marlin Model 62 has largely been relegated to collections. However, it's history and operation are an interesting piece of lever gun lore.
Sharpshooting Queens: Famous Female Shooters Through History
If you aren't familiar with some of these extraordinary sharpshooters, you should be. These are some of the best women shooters in history.
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".
After shooting and handling these 1911 pistols, Jeremy saw more pros than cons to the platform. Principally, the 1911 has had time on its side and has an advantage few pistols available today have.
Aim Small Miss Small: Beyond the Shooting Range
The colloquialism "Aim Small, Miss Small" is a timeless adage that has transcended generations and found application in various domains, ranging from sports and military tactics to personal development and decision-making processes.
A Look at American Defense Manufacturing: Small but Mighty
American Defense Manufacturing is no stranger to innovation. But who are they and what makes them different? Read on to learn more.
Interesting Experimental Guns of the First World War
Trench warfare made its debut in WWI, and both sides scrambled to break the stalemate that the trenches presented. Most of their innovations ended in their experimental phase, but a few of these guns went on to see success.
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 […]