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I traded my Nickle S&W Model 29-2 even for a Kimber Classic Stainless Target. My new Kimber looks very similar to the one in this photo. Why did I trade my M29-2? The answer is simple; if I shoot a lot of 44 Mag full loads I want it to be in my Ruger Super BlackHawk as it soaks up the recoil...

I took the Springer MilSpec and the Custom Colt 9mm 1911 to the range today. I put 50 rounds through the MilSpec and bobbing the hammer worked. I wonder why more do not bob the hammer rather than putting money into extended grip safeties and new hammers? My only observation is that my RIA is a...

Of the currently available handguns, what is the least expensive pistol/revolver you would trust to get you through the night? In my case four handguns come to mind. They are the RIA 1911, a used Star BM, CZ82, and a used K-frame S&W Model 10, 15,13, or 66. What's your flavor? Regards, Richard:D

I would like to see an honest comparison between the FNP-45, DA/SA, Glock 21, Para-Ordnance PXT LDA Light Rail, Springfield Armory XD 45acp, and Smith & Wesson M&P45. What do you think, who would be the winner in a defense contract? Regards, Richard :D FNP-45, DA/SA: Glock 21: Para-...

Show us your no nonsense 1911A1s. i will start with one of my Springers, then Bear01's Spreinger, and AndyC's RIA. Regards, Richard:D My Springer that I cobbled together: Bear01's Springer: AndyC's RIA:

I shot three of my 1911 pistols at an indoor range, the distance was 10 yards. The three handguns were my 9mm custom Colt 1911, my, new to me, Springfield Mil Spec (Springer), and my RIA. Springfield Mil Spec: RIA: I am not sure if my custom Colt 1911 9mm is camera shy or Amish but I...

A poster on another board wrote: "It's a Glock 22... the finest combat handgun currently on the face of the earth.... I wouldn't expect anything less..." What is the best combat handgun in use today? By this, I mean what is the most accurate, reliable, and economical handgun to arm a large...

I was at the range yesterday and I rented a Springfield (Springer) EMP 9mm. The fit and finish on this pistol are great but it feels heavy in my hand. I put 50 rounds of 115gr FMJ through it and it was flawless; recoil is snappy for a 9mm and that surprised me. The thing that was unusual was...

I went shooting with 1911 MagMonger (Larry) today and I truly enjoyed myself. Larry is a member of the 1911 Board and he brought his brand new 9mm Springfield XD and I showed up with my Glock 17, stainless Kahr K9, and FN/FM high Power. For those that do not know this FN/FM high Power is known...

I want to make it clear that I do not own a XD. Why? I hold a grudge towards Springfield Armory. How, so? I remember when the Croat pistols sold for $249 and I was busy buying other handguns. I am now very sorry that there is this gap in my collection. I have fired a whole bunch of XDs and...

This is the CZ82 I purchased from AIM for $200. It came with a neat holster, two magazines, and a cleaning rod. My CZ82 has chipping but the interior is like new. This is a great house/camping/car gun; I prefer a bunch of 9x18 rounds to five 38 Specials in a snub. Regards, Richard :D

My friend, Hakan, made these grips from Cocobolo Wood that I sent to him last November. I failed to post pictures due my health problems; my health issues are now history. I hope you enjoy looking at them as much as I do. Regards, Richard :D My Colt Gold Cup:

This topic results from the string Rinco 1911 prob on the CanadianGunNutz.com and the following response: "Does your Norinco allready have the lowered and flared ejection port?" My response is my Ballester-Molina, a pistol that is very similar to a 1911, works great without a lowered and flared...

I looked at CanadianGunNutz and saw one of these mentioned. They look like a great pistol for the money $525-600 on GunsAmerica. Why bother upgrading an RIA or Springer GI? Regards, Richard :D Here is a writeup by Duane Thomas: "STI’s aptly named Spartan I 911 is intended to give...

Good news from Hakan! Hakan is back in Norway after a three-month vacation and he is totally reinvigorated. He is now catching up on inquires and taking new orders for his custom grips. As Hakan’s friend, I have confidence in his work and I wish him well. Regards, Richard:D Hakan's site...

I finally got to the range on Sunday. I went with 44SpecialDave and his 25-year-old son, Nathan. Nathan is new to handguns and he is in the learning stage. I did get to teach Nathan to use a Modified Weaver Stance and to push out with his dominant hand and to pull back with his supporting hand...

These are a set of grips Hakan made me from the wood I sent him. Yes, they are cocobolo and the question is which 1911 will they end up on? Regards, Richard :D

This is my RIA; I like these Kings sights as well as any I have seen. The next step is to try them at the range. Regards, Richard:D

I went to Top Gun Indoor Range to shoot yesterday with my friend, Billy Kirkland, and his brother-in-law and nephew. All shooting was done at 10 yards. I was given the chance to shoot a pistol that was new to me and it was a 9mm Astra 600. This pistol style was used by Germany as a substitute...

These are the sights I bought for the RIA: I purchased the King-Tappin Combat Sights. I have never used King sights before but I hear good things about them. Regards, Richard:D