Firearms History
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."
Guns We Miss: The High Standard Sentinel .22 Revolver
1955 saw the introduction of High Standard’s first revolver, one which offered multiple innovations. From its introduction to now, 68 years later, the High Standard Sentinel series has always been a handgun “best buy.”
Getting a Grip on the History of Glock
Gaston Glock took a leap into the unknown and did what others could not — a feat that has aged remarkably well. Four decades later, Glock is the benchmark for handguns. How did we get here?