Scope Mounting Solutions for Vintage Browning Sweet Sixteen Shotgun

Question   Doug   I have an old Browning sweet sixteen,that I got from my grandfather.Its so old that its got a suicide safety in side

Understanding 7mm Mauser Rifles: History & Characteristics

QuestionAs a child my grandfather had a German Mauser that was lost in a house fire.  I always assumed it was a military rifle. a few years ago I was

Identifying a Browning 7mm (Made in Belgium) - Model Number Lookup

QuestionHi Jim: My son just received a gun passed down from a friend of the family who has not used the gun in at least 30 years. So, I am trying to resea

Browning Sweet Sixteen Shotgun Appraisal - Model A 5619

QuestionJim, I was given my Dads Browning Sweet 16 by my Mom for Christmas. The number under the receiver is A 5619 (with the numbers under the letter.) Th

Sears & Roebuck Ted Williams Shotgun (Model 282.51083) - Value & History

Question  I just received a gun from my grandmother and I would like to know the value and some history. It is a Sears and Roebuk Ted Williams edition

Can You Use Steel Shot in a Stevens Model 67 Series E 12 Gauge?

QuestionI recently got a savage arms stevens model 67 series E 12 gauge from my dad. I have also just started duck hunting and want to know if i can shoot

Finding a Replacement Bolt for Browning L70 7mm Mauser Action

QuestionJim,I Have a Browning L70 7mm mag Mauser style action.The bolt was Stolen in a Home buglary.This bolt has a sako style extractor.If you have any su

Marlin Model 99C Production Year: A Guide

QuestionI have a Marlin semi-auto 22 rifle model # 99c and would like to know the production year of the gun. Thanks AnswerSean, Without additional infor

Folsom Shotgun History & Damascus Barrels - Expert Insights

QuestionHello Doug, I have a Folsom 20 double barrel and Im trying to find some history on it, is that possible.  If possible where do I start. The ot

Winchester Model 101 3-Barrel Shotgun: Manufacturing Dates & Details

QuestionMr. Lark, I bot a model 101 3 barrel set (20,28&410) a while back.  The serial number is 228484.  Any idea when and where is was made. &

Installing Swivel Mounts on Synthetic Gun Stocks: A Guide

QuestionCan a gunsmith install swivel mounts on a synthetic stock?  Ive had this done on wood stocks but Ive never seen or heard of an instance of thi

Smith & Wesson Model 622 .22 Caliber Handgun Value & Fair Price

QuestionIm looking at buying my first handgun from a friend of mine, but he is not sure what to charge, so I would like to find out what a fair price would

Browning A-5 Shotgun Serial Number 97391: Manufacturing Date & Markings

QuestionI have an old Browning A-5 which is ser #97391 I believe that puts it made in 1930.  This shotgun has no US markings, no Browning address on i

Riverside Arms Company Shotgun: History & Information

Questionmy step dad has a 12 gauge double barrel shotgun. the only thing it says on it is riverside arms company, Chicopee falls Massachusetts. patented Ap

Valuing Your Vintage H&R 410 Folding Shotgun - Expert Advice

QuestionI have a HR 410 shot gun that folds in half when not in use. It has been in the family sixty years. I have not been able find one anywhere and have

Winchester 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun Repair: Crack Assessment & Options

QuestionI inherited a Winchester 12 ga pump, believe its a model 93.  It has a small hairline crack on top about 1 inch in front of hammer.  Wher

Browning Light Twelve Shotgun: Year, Value & Safety Information

QuestionMy step-son has a Browning Light Twelve, gold trigger, made in Belgium on the barrel.  SN 69G over 96017.  I am trying to find out the ye

Browning Light 12 Gauge Auto - Value & Information

QuestionI just received a Browning light 12 gauge automatic gun from a family member. It has a 26 inch barrel.It has made in Belgium on the barrel and also

Identifying Your Ported S&W .357 Magnum Revolver

QuestionI have a ported S&W 357, 4 barrel. I cant find another like it anywhere! What gun do I have? I can send you a picture if needed. Thanks gun expert.

Identifying a Dual-Barreled Walther Firearm (Rifle & Shotgun)

QuestionI have located a Walther firearm that is an 8x57 rifle on one side and a 16 gauge shotgun on the other.  One side has engravings of quail and