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I occasionally see WWII Inglis Hi-Powers for sale on GB with wooden shoulder stocks that are attachable. Wouldn’t mind having one but I’m concerned that the use of such an attachment would qualify as a short barreled rifle. If in fact the ATF considers these short barreled rifles, could they be...

I acquired this pistol some time ago for $425. Like most pistols in this class, it’s been carried far more than it’s been shot. The picture doesn’t show the superficial scratches as well as I would like. None of the scratches are deep. Figured I could clean the gun up without too much trouble...

Found this one on-line and couldn’t resist. ‘95 vintage MKIII in mint condition. It came with after market walnut grips that included finger groves on the front strap…not particularly fond of these type grips so I replaced them with some G10 grips. Browning isn’t making any more of these...

I‘ve owned a Walther PP in 32 acp for a number of years. It’s a well made pistol…a German LEO trade-in that was imported to the US years ago. About a year ago I found this one on GB and bought it for $700ish...well below the price of a German Walther. Got to know the importer who resides in...

The resurgence of interest in the Browning Hi-Power has been extraordinary. Seems like all FN had to do was take the Hi-Power out of production and the cost of even badly used Hi-Powers went through the roof. I’ve seen the result of poor maintenance and what it can do to a Hi-Power. It isn’t...

I made my initial post several weeks ago when the barrel bushing of my Browning 380 re-orientated itself and got launched down range 40+ yards. Took me and another club member nearly two hours to find the bushing. Needless to say, I was not pleased at the prospect of turning an expensive handgun...

Truly one of John Browning’s legendary designs that had its origins going all the way back to 1910. The slide spring was located around the barrel and the pistol is striker fired. For its size and intended use as a defensive weapon, I believe this small pocket pistol was ahead of its time...

This subject comes up from time to time and generally results in some pretty heated arguments on whether or not it is legal for an individual to give their reloaded ammo to others. Now for the record, IMO this is a decidedly bad idea from a personal liability standpoint. Secondly I have seen...

Bought an RCBS power trimmer years ago that turned out to be a waste of money. 10/1000 to 15/1000 variation in trim lengths. My little hand turned RCBS trimmer is always +/- 2/1000. I’m getting older and the arthritis in my hands and wrists are making that process more difficult. I’m about 90%...

I’ve been a fan of the 270 Winchester for years. I’ve been considering the purchase of one of these three rifles and would like to hear the pros and cons of each. The Bergara has an excellent reputation and comes with a sub MOA guarantee. The only down side I’ve seen is that some people want a...

I think I know the answer to this one but, I occasionally see posts that make me question the advisability of doing this. For example: I have a G48 and a G43. Both are what Glock calls slimline pistols. Can I place a G43 slide and barrel on a G48 frame? Seems to fit well enough with my pistols...

Seems like the number of polymer frame pistols available to the public keeps growing. In broad general terms, without regard to caliber or physical dimensions, which brand of polymer frame pistol is your favorite?

First let me say that I favor premium defensive ammo for self-defense in the heavier calibers. When it comes to 380 acp and 32 acp, my preference is ball as I have concerns that hollow points may not provide the penetration needed to get the job done, especially if my assailant is wearing heavy...

I’ve got a G43 Glock with an old Ameriglo front sight that is burned out. Having a heck of a time getting the old front sight off. The hex bolt will not turn loose. Heated it with a soldering iron and a match and it still won’t turn loose. I’ve held the soldering iron on it until that end of the...

As others have pointed out, these are much tougher than swaged lead HBWC. My pet load for swaged lead bullets is 2.8 grains of Bullseye and a standard primers. That load gives abysmal accuracy with plated HBWC Berry’s bullets. Went up with the powder charge of Bullseye in small increments. The...

Kimber’s first attempt at smaller pistols popular with those looking for a CCW was the Solo. There was a time when these were all the rage and were selling at well over MSRP. These guns fell from favor as they developed a reputation for being ammunition sensitive…I’m not sure this was deserved...

Loaded up 50 rounds using my favorite load for HBWC bullets…2.8 grains of Bullseye. Loaded up another 50 rounds using 3.1 grains of Bullseye. I can say, without any reservation, the results were absolutely, positively mediocre!!! The 2.8 grain load shot the best with groups in the 2” range. The...

I’ve been reloading for better than 50 years. Getting low on 38 Special fodder and decided to try some Berry’s HBWC. Berry’s recommends using the standard load data for the caliber and weight of bullet published in reloading manuals. Only problem is that the data for the 148 grain HBWC is for...

Every once in a while you just get lucky. Model 14s and K38s in decent shape are going for $900 to $1000+ on GB these days. Followed this one for ten days and no one was bidding on it. My guess for the lack of interest was the grips that are not correct for the gun and, appear mismatched, along...

This is one you don’t see very often. Smith & Wesson Model 14-7… a transitional revolver for Smith & Wesson. Underlug barrel & round butt. Revised lock work and a MIM hammer. Likely the start of Smith & Wesson making everything with a round butt. The 14-7 began production in 1997 and went out of...