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I am searching for a new compact 9mm handgun for CCW and am considering the P250. I've had great success with other SIG products, but have heard that the P250 is somewhat of a mixed bag when it comes to quality and reliability. I like the fact that it is a SIG and love it's sub $400 price tag...

I'm looking to acquire an HK-style rifle to add to the collection and just want some input from those of you who have purchased the Century made/assembled CETME and newer C93. Yes, I am well aware of Century's reputation on this and many other boards, but given that this will not be a...

Has anyone tried MAGPUL's P-MAGs with an Olympic Arms AR rifle? My Oly is an early '90s gun that was a special run (it is marked WOLF, FAY, NC) and has a tighter than spec magwell. Most GI aluminum mags fit, feed and function with no problem, but I have had no joy with synthetic mags. Orlites...

I need some input from the collective brain trust here. I have been looking for a Beretta Mod. 70 for some time with little success. However, I found one today at my local gunshop and am wondering if the price they are asking is reasonable or not. It is marked as a Beretta Mod. 70s, caliber is...

It's been a long time since I last bought a MILSURP rifle and today I picked up a Russian M44. The wood and metal are all packed quite heavily with cosmoline and I need some input here as to the best ways to clean this stuff off. So please feel free to share your tips and experiences on how best...

I have an older model Argentine FM M95 Hi-Power that has the small and difficult to operate safety. Can anyone recommend a good replacement safety catch that is a bit larger and easier to manipulate? Thanks.

Okay, I need some help here. I was going to replace the grips on my Colt 1911 today and while removing the hex head screws (yes, with the correct wrench) the head of one of the screws broke off leaving the screw stuck inside the bushing. I tried getting the bushing off but have never done...

For some time now I have been thinking of acquiring a quality .22LR single action revolver and would like a little insight from those of you who have experience with them. My primary purposes for getting one are: 1. Plinking and some (economical) target shooting 2. Getting my teenage...

Expiration Of Ban Pushes Police To Get Assault Rifles POSTED: 5:47 am EDT April 25, 2005 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- The expiration of the nation's ban on the sale of assault rifles and the appearance of more heavily armed criminals have pushed more than 100 St. Petersburg police officers to...

I am an unlicensed individual selling a rifle to an out of state 01 licensed dealer and have just a few questions on how to proceed. First, which service to use, FedEx or UPS? Any experiences relating to cost, service delivery and customer satisfaction? Which one is best or is there an...

It seems Orange County, FL Sheriff Beary doesn't like being called a fat body - so he used his LE position to access the citizen's DL data and wrote her a nice little letter - at home. Story can be found here. ORLANDO, Fla. -- Orange County's sheriff may have broken the law when he used...

I have a serviceable, albeit not so pretty, Argentine FM Hi-Power clone that I am looking to dress up a bit. I am looking for a larger (extended) ambi safety, replacement hammer, sights, springs, etc. Any input on some sources for these and other BHP parts? On-line sources preferred, but...

From the Army Times New and improved firepower The Army’s on the hunt for its next generation of infantry weapons — and the XM8 is not a done deal By Matthew Cox Times staff writer The Army wants arms makers to come up with replacements for virtually all of its infantry weapons...

From the Army Times The push for more pistol punch Army tests new ammo, technology in search for future handgun By Matthew Cox Times staff writer The Army is testing potent pistol ammo, including .45-caliber rounds, as a possible alternative for 9mm, the M9 pistol round often...

Looking to get a .22LR auto for some cheap practice and to get my step daughters a bit more involved in shooting too, the decision now is which to get? I have some experience with Ruger Mk IIs and my local shop has a like-NIB 50th anniversary 6' bbl blued model that is absolutely pristine...

Quick question for those with experience with either one of these pistol. I like the CZ/TZ design and have narrowed down my next purchase to either a CZ-75B or full-size, blued EAA Witness, both in 9mmP. The difference now lies in the pricing. I see that CDNN currently has the Witness for...

Okay guys and gals, I need some input from any SIG P220 gurus here. I love single-stack 9mm's and was about to order a used P225 from CDNN. Then on a fluke, I made the mistake of stopping in my local pawn/jewelry/gun shop this afternoon. Now I don't buy from this store as the prices are a...

A couple of months ago I posted about finding my old Bingham PPS-50 in my parents' attic, http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=103886&highlight=bingham+pps-50 . Now that the weather is a bit cooler and I have some time on my hands I thought it high time to get to bringing this little...

Want to replace the grips on my Colt 1991A1 Compact (OACP) as well as replace the standard grip screws with hex head stainless steel screws. Who makes or has them on-line? Any leads appreciated. Thanks.

I got to sniffing around my parent's attic this week as I was visiting and found a few old 'toys' from my teenage years and just thought I'd share. The first two pictures are of my faithful Bingham PPS-50, .22lr that I used to tear around in the woods with. Stupidity and overzealousness...