Firearms History
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.
Daniel Defense: A Look Behind the Curtain
When Daniel Defense came on the scene in 2000, its main goal was to create custom accessories for the owner’s personal rifles. What the company has become now is far larger than that simple dream. In the past 23 years, Daniel Defense has taken that first goal and built a firearms powerhouse.
Armalite’s AR-10: An Oldie But Goodie
You've heard of the AR-15, but what about it's big brother, the AR-10? Let's dig into it's history, design, and relevance in modern times.
Exploring the National Museum of the United States Marine Corps
The National Museum of the United States Marine Corps has become a top tourist attraction in Virginia, drawing in more than 500,000 people annually. The facility is on track to welcome its seven millionth guest this November.
World War 2 brought massive changes in warfare and innovations in firearms. It also brought about the introduction of some very odd guns. Check these out!
How Modern Firearms Altered the Battlefield: A History of Firearms
Since the advent of practically applied firearms, the battlefield has undergone a global transformation with the introduction and evolution of modern firearms. Initiated from the emergence of matchlocks in the 15th century to the advanced firearms of today, these technological advancements have revolutionized the way wars are fought.
The Phillipine Guerilla Guns and Illiff Davis Richardson
Though it certainly didn't have much appeal to the American shooter, the story of Illiff Richardson and his guerilla gun is absolutely fascinating.
The M60 machine gun is a legendary weapon amongst American military small arms. It was our first real general-purpose machine gun, and it’s been in service since 1957.
The ‘Tiffany Guns’ of the Spanish-American War
During the Spanish-American War, Roosevelt's Rough Riders were armed with a pair of Colt-Browning M1895 machine guns. These were privately purchased and have become known as the "Tiffany Guns."