38 Detective Special Serial Numbers: A 1930s Guide

QuestionI AM WRITING A NOVEL SET IN THE 1930S.  CAN YOU TELL ME IF BACK IN THOSE DAYS, A 38 DETECTIVE SPECIALS HAD SERIAL NUMBERS?  WHERE WOULD I

Matching Pistol & Rifle Cartridges: Options for Hunting & Home Defense

QuestionId like to buy a pistol and a rifle that use the same cartridge.  Is that impossible?  I like the 40 cal pistols and the 30-30 rifle. &nb

Find a Remington Model 1917 Enfield Rifle | Miltech & GunsAmerica

QuestionI would like to have a 1917 to go along with my 03 Springfield. Im havin a heck of a time findin one! Any help would be appreciated. I understand R

Handgun Calibers for Personal Protection: .380 ACP Alternatives

QuestionIn considering the purchase of a new handgun would it be prudent to consider some other calibre than 380 for ammunition cost etc. AnswerIll assume

Firearm Ownership & Safety for Seniors with Health Conditions - Phoenix, AZ

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Determine the Age of Your Sears Roebuck Shotgun (1946-1962)

Questioni have a 410 shotgun can you tell me how old it is the information on the barrel is sears.roebuck and co 410 3 chamber-103.740 JC higgins any help

Hercules Montgomery Ward Shotgun - Identification & Value

QuestionI have a .410 Hercules Shingle shot shotgun with a hammer.  It is not dated, but the numbers A90156 appear on the bottom of the barrel and the

Identifying a Rifle with 'Herrmann' - Expert Assistance

QuestionI have inherited a group of collectable guns from my dad. On one of the guns it is written Herrmann. There is also a Bayonet that attaches. I have

Savage Model 65M .22 Magnum: Identification & Value

QuestionI cant find any parts for this gun, it is a .22 magnum and the barrel says MODEL 65M. is there any way of telling what year it was made in and what

Identifying Your Mauser C-96 Pistol: History & Origin

QuestionWe have a mouser 9 mm that has a red 9 carved in the handle and is stamped Oyster Bay Industry Inc./ Oyster Bay New York.We have found some informa

Understanding Rifle Calibers: A Visual Guide for New Shooters

QuestionIm about to purchase a rifle.  I have previously had .22 air rifles and have used a variety of military weapons.  But I am confused about

Identifying Your Pioneer Arms Shotgun: History & Manufacturer

QuestionI have a 12 gage side by side, double trigger shotgun . This was made by Pioneer Arms, Serial # 5611 . I have never heard of this Mfg nor has anyon

1918 DWM Luger: Military Model with Police Safety - Identification & History

QuestionI have a 1918 DWM Military. However it has police sear safety , has a metal base mag. numbered to the gun with # 1 on it.  I have checked this

Find Replacement Stocks for N.R. Davis & Sons (Diana) Shotguns

QuestionSid, I need to know where i can find a stock, original or one that would fit a 12g shotgun, top lever folding, by N.R.Davis & Sons (Diana) by Davis

Best Beginner Rifles for Long-Range Shooting: AK-47 vs. Mauser & Budget Options

QuestionI am a complete amateur on rifles. I own an ak-47 and am starting to like shooting distance. My friend purchased a mauser and he and I want to star

Stainless Steel Pistol Cleaning & Scope Advice for Improved Accuracy

QuestionJust inherited a stainless and it is a pain to keep clean. Second, I like open sights but would a scope be a prudent investment? I am getting bette

Pistol Barrel Components: Understanding Barrel Hoods & Chambers

QuestionQUESTION: DO BARREL HOODS FORM THE CHAMBER IN A AUTO PISTOL OR ARE THEY SLIPPED ON OVER THE BARREL ? IS THIS WHAT THEY CALL A TWO PIECE BARREL ? IF

Magazine Spring Life & Maintenance: How Often to Charge & Care

QuestionI read with interest about changing magazine springs on an annual basis...need them or not...but what about keeping a magazine fully charged? How l

Smith & Wesson Model 629: Scoping, Ammunition & Considerations

QuestionI recently inherited the above mentioned handgun and am entertaining the possibility of scoping it to help increase distance accuracy. It came with

Firearm Questions: Holsters, Ammunition & Safety

QuestionHello Bob, I hope you can help to find answers to my questions> Q1) I have a Rossi .38 Special(5 Rounds), I beleve its the 88 model, and Im tr