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Okay, so I understand that carrying a firearm on to any state campus is pretty much prohibited. What about carrying on private, for-profit school campuses such as ITT, University of Phoenix, Morrison, etc? I realize that each campus might have different policies, but are there any federal or...

I read today of a woman being robbed at one of my local gas stations about a quarter mile from my house (and I live in a good neighborhood). The thief showed her a firearm in his waistband, but never took it out. He then took the money from her purse and ran off without harming the woman. My...

I'm selling a 1911 in .45 on Gunbroker. When I get ready to ship the firearm to an FFL how can I determine if it will be legal to ship to a particular state?

Recently a woman in my town was ordered at gunpoint to give a carjacker the keys to her car when she was walking back to her vehicle in the parking lot. It had me thinking, would using deadly force with a CCW be legal in this situation? By the way, the idiot carjacker didn't get very far...

Sorry for the really basic question, but why are Hex Head screws considered an "upgrade" from the regular slotted screw? A lot of custom 1911 smiths offer these as part of their respective "custom" packages and I just can't figure out why. Thanks

I'm looking to pick up my first AR, preferably in .308. This will be my only rifle for SD, SHTF, etc. What manufacturers have the best reputation currently? Are there any to avoid? Thanks

Caught a preview for this last night, and thought it looked very promising: http://dsc.discovery.com/tv/colony/colony.html And also here: http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/discovery-debut-the-colony-post-apocalyptic-reality-show-on-july-21-9220.php It looks like a serious, realistic attempt.

I'm a newbie when it comes to revolvers of any type, and just recently purchased a Colt SAA. I know "back in the day" it was common practice to load five rounds and keep one cylinder empty under the hammer for safety. Is this still a good idea even with the hammer cocked back one notch in...

I was in Scheel's on Sunday buying a Colt, and the manager said they had sold 20K worth of ammo on Saturday because in Obama's speech to Congress last week he said he would tax ammo 500%. They also sold every one of their AR's. I hadn't heard of word of the ammo tax before. Did Obama say this...

So I've been a 1911 man for a quite a few years now, but recently took the plunge and went "all in" buying my first Colt SAA 5.5 in .45LC. Now the question is, can anyone recommend a good DVD covering the basics of maintenance, etc? Maybe a good DVD on the history would be nice. I'd like to...

I saw a sweet, original Colt Government with the Carbonia finish yesterday. VG to excellent condition. Serial #33600 if I remember correctly. What would be a good price? The manager offered me a "discount" but I'm not sure if it's already too high or maybe (yeah, I know, dream on) he doesn't...

I'm curious as to why JMB designed the original Colt 1911 to have a loose slide to frame fit. Being a genius he obviously wanted the fit to be loose for a reason, but can anyone the rationale behind this? Does it make them more reliable somehow, or what? In contrast the higher-end 1911's...

Here's the link: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/20/opinion/20fri2.html?_r=1&ref=opinion Hadn't heard about the Tiahrt Amendment that it mentions half-way through the piece.

Reposted from another forum I use, but I didn't get much response so I'm posting here as well. I have a reissue Colt 1918. When I was at the range yesterday the slide would lock back when the magazine was empty as usual, but as soon as I inserted a fresh magazine the slide would go forward on...

I have a cheap blue barrel that comes from the Colt factory. I'm thinking of buying a Kart NM Barrel, but would like to keep the stock look of the pistol. Is it advisable to have the barrel blued, or am I just getting WAY too picky about aesthetics? Pros? Cons? Insanity?

I see gun owners post pictures of their firearms all the time, and usually the serial number is deliberately blurred, or otherwise covered. What's the rationale behind this? Just curious. Thanks.

What is the current thinking about dry firing modern SAA revolvers? I know modern 1911's can be dry fired, but I was curious about the modern revolver, especially a high-end pistol like the Colt. Any input would be appreciated.

I seem to vaguely remember a website where you can type in your Colt's serial number and it'll come up with the year it was made. Anyone have the link? There's also a book that does this as well, but they're hard to find and I don't have one at the moment. Thanks

As a newbie to Colts, can someone explain the Colt Series 70 Firing System to me? Where does the term come from, how is it different, is it better or worse than earlier or later systems, etc. Thanks

Just curious if you've actually fired one and how you think it compares to the modern styles with better triggers, lowered and flared ejection ports, etc. I'm considering buying one but will actually use it so I need some feedback. Thanks!