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I'm looking for a 70 series 1911 at or under the $1k mark, either new or gently used. Knowing what you know about these and the market in general, what would you recommend for a new or gently used example that goes for this price point, and why? Thanks for any help! Doug

when using 2400 as a powder for loading 125 gr. JSPs for the .357 magnum, what is your "recipe"? thanks!

After taking the advice of a sage co-worker, I found a nearly new Ruger GP100 for $299 a few months back, and have loved every minute of it. Frankly, I go to the range and find myself only shooting the GP and the wonderful Sig Sauer SP2022 (that I was lucky to only pay $399 new). I can't think...

I'm considering a custom barrel, and was wondering if you can weigh in the pros and cons on the 16" versus 18" length barrels, both with 1:8 twist. thanks for any input! Doug

I'm considering a classic S&W model 60 357, and was wondering what the recoil is like with this short of a barrel and reduced grip length. Are these guns better suited for 38 special instead? Also, if i do use factory 357 defense rounds, do i lose a lot of FPS going with a barrel this...

I'm looking to do some dry firing of my GP100, and wondering if it is advisable to use snap caps for it to avoid any prolonged damage? thanks! Doug

I'll admit, I've been an auto fan for much of my life and never paid much mind to revolvers. A co-worker always sang the praises of his prized GP100 and said that if he could have just one handgun in his collection to choose from, it would be the trusty Ruger. I often listened as he waxed on...

I love the history and feel of a Browning Hi-Power, and am thinking about getting one soon. However, my first look into it, has me perplexed. On Gunbroker alone, there seems to be ones made in Belgium (as i would expect), made in Portugal(?) and some in the US. I'm not looking for a...

I'm looking at polishing my own GP100 cylinder flutes. If someone has done this, can you share your preferred method? (i.e. hand vs. dremel, and how to tape off, etc.) thanks for any feedback! Doug

I'm looking at getting a carbine size semi-auto rifle, and have my eye on the Mini-14. As it pertains to my particular situation, I'm leaning heavily towards buying gentley used instead of new, and with the stainless finish. Any info to help me make an informed decision is helpful...

I'm looking to pick up a 700 SPS Tactical soon, and have a question. personally, I like the feel and comfort of the Hogue stock on these. However, I have read a few times that when you add a Harris bipod this this gun, this set-up allows the barrel to now touch the stock. Furthermore, I...

I'm looking to get a Tikka Varmint or Super Varmint, for some range fun. I'm looking into whether to get the .22-250 or the .223 models. I'd like to have accuracy as my primary goal, for up to and over 500 yards. I'm not looking to actually shoot varmints, only paper. The .223 looks to be a...

For officer sized 1911s, S&W 3rd generation steel with 3 1/2" barrels, and similar guns, what advantages do minor porting of the barrel accomplish? thanks!

Which of these poloymer framed 9mm handguns would you choose, and why?

I've recently become interested in the 3rd generation Smith & Wesson autos. My father carried one on duty while as a detective in the 1980s, and he loved everything about it. I am looking at picking up a couple, and most can be had for a song in relation to their quality. In looking at...

I understand that A-zoom snap caps are good for dry fire practice, but how do they operate? It appears that they load into a mag like a normal round, but after dry firing, do they eject like a spent casing would? Anyone care to weigh in on whether or not these are worth it for dry fire...

I've read reports by people praising the customer support and turnaround times by some manufacturers, while I've also heard the laments from others that seem to be often heard about other gun makers. The first thing that comes to mind with the latter is the seemingly horrid service that HK...

I've read where the Cree LED replacement is brighter and puts off a whiter light. Anyone have a clue whether you can replace the diode in the Surefire X200A with a Cree and what model number it would be? thanks for any input! Doug

Seems like a dedicated following by many, but i'm wondering what the pros and cons were that made it more of a boutique round rather than a widely accepted one. thanks!

I'm somewhat new to 1911s, having been a Beretta guy most of my life. I'm looking for a fairly high quality model with the following specs: - under $850 purchase price (not MSRP, but what i'd pay from a reputable gun shop or online dealer). Gently used is great too, as long as i stay close...