Identifying Soft Solder in Vintage Savage Fox Model B Shotguns

QuestionMr. Lark My 16 guage double barrel Savage Fox model B is about 52 years old and is there a way to tell if it contains soft solder? I want to have

Stainless vs. Steel Remington 700 Barrel Life: What's the Difference?

Questionwill a stainless mil. spec. barrel shoot out faster (burn up) than a regular barrel of the same lenth and size. AnswerNow  there very little

German Werke Model 1 .22 Rifle: History, Value & Resources

QuestionI also have in my possesion a model1 deutsche werke rifle. Do you know where I could get more imfo on this fine little rifle? What it may be worth,

Firearm Valuation & Sale: A Guide for Owners

QuestionMy husband is ill and has an extensive collection of firearms, mainly for hunting.  How can I find out what they are worth and how do I go abo

Browning BAR Mark II 7mm Magnum Value & Sale Price - Gun Traders Guide

QuestionI have a Browning BAR Mark II semi auto safari rifle in 7mm magnum that is in mint condition with a leuoplod gold ring vari x III 3.5 x 10 scope on

CZ 27 Rifle: History, Age, and Value - Identification & Appraisal

QuestionI have an old gun that used to belong to my grandfather. Its an old CZ27.  Along the top of the barrel is engraved BOHMISCHE WAFFENFABRIK A.G.

BB Gun Shot in Hand: Immediate Medical Attention Required

Questionwhat should you do if you were shot in the hand with a bb gun and the bb is in your hand? AnswerKenneth,       &nb

Troubleshooting: Jennings 9mm Pistol Not Firing - Expert Advice

QuestionI have a jennings nine and all of a sudden it just wont fire. what should or can I do to fix the problem AnswerAs I stated in my last message, the

Revolver Hammer Drop: Potential for Discharge & Safety Concerns

Questionwill a 44 mag interarms revolver fire if it is dropped on the hammer. AnswerHi Richard, I certainly would be interested in additional details con

NR Davidson Double Barrel Shotgun: Information & Parts

QuestionI recently bought a NR davidson double barrel shot gun from a auction  its in rough shape but got it for a steal Im looking for any info possi

Identifying a Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum Revolver (S159113)

QuestionMy Father inlaw gave me a S&W 357magnum 6 inch barrel.The gun is like new only numbers are s159113 .  help please   thanks Denis An

Winchester Model 1897 12 Gauge: Manufacturing Date & History

Question Found my dads shotgun in attic..was wondering when it was made.  Found what appears to be a serial number on receiver..596085. model 1897 &nb

Choke and Shell Recommendations for Skeet, 5-Stand & Sporting Clays

QuestionMr. Zukowski, I am very active in shooting sports across the board and am very good in trap.  I recently purchased the Winchester Select Ener

CZ 12 Gauge Auto Loader - Compatibility & Ejection Issues

QuestionI have a nice CZ 12 ga auto loader, made in Czech in 1948, its chambered for 2-9/16 shells. Does anyone make them anymore? I can get it chambered f

BB Gun Barrel Blockage: Removal & Tension Adjustment - Expert Advice

QuestionIs there anyway to take the barrel out? Also whats tension and tightening, and how do I adjust that? ------------------------- Followup To Questi

Ithaca M-49 Value & History: A Detailed Overview

QuestionI have a Ithica modle M-49 and I would like to know how much it is worth and also is a historic gun AnswerHi Shadow, The Ithaca Model 49 was manu

Locating the Serial Number on a Browning Shotgun: A Guide

QuestionI inherited a Browning Light Twelve shotgun and wonder if you might tell me where the serial number is located (in order to determine value.) I ha

Identifying My Italian O/U Shotgun: +SGF+Omega Gardone VT

Questioni recently purchased an italian o/u 20 ga shotgun, used but in good condition. i paid 495.00 plus trigger lock and background check. no at the gun

Ithaca Saddle Gun: History, Value & Details (1961-1979)

QuestionWhen packing up my fathers possessions after his death I found a rifle in a box with a label saying Ithacagun Code 228490, with a 73010397 imprinte

Removing Plastic Debris from a Rifled Shotgun Barrel: Accuracy & Best Practices

Questionthanks sid for the reply,the main concern is the accuracy of a rifled barrel.the edges of the riflings are very short 90 degree angles.im hoping th