Browning 7mm Belgian Rifle Age & Value - Identification Guide

QuestionI have a browning 7mm belgian that I inherited from my grandfather.  He passed away in 1969 so its at least that old. serial number is 45935

Western Field SB-100B Shotgun: History, Production & Value

QuestionI recently got my dads old shotgun. I am currently in the process of trying to restore it to what it use to look like. I was wondering if you could

1923 Winchester Model 12 Original Stock - Excellent Condition

QuestionDoug, I have a 1923 Winchester Model 12 thats been in our family since new.  It has the original bluing and finish on the woodwork.  Thi

Ives & Johnson Revolver Valuation & Safe Handling

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Powder Horn Appraisal: Is Your Antique Worth Something?

Question Powder Horn Hello. I have this powder horn my father recently gave to me. Its fairly old and is in good condition. My question is, could it be of

Identifying the Manufacture Date of a Vintage Iver Johnson 16Ga Shotgun

QuestionI recently inherited a 16Ga Iver Johnson Champion Series shotgun when my step father passed. I dont believe that the gun has any real monetary valu

Removing a Stuck Butt Plate and Rosettes from a Vintage .30-06 Rifle Stock

Question   Im pretty sure I have an original salt wood stock .30-06 handed down to me by my recently deceased father-in law. It hasnt been shot in ye

Best Self-Defense Ammunition for Ruger LCR Model 5401 - Expert Recommendations

QuestionWhat self-defense ammo would you recommend for a Ruger LCR model 5401? Thank you AnswerHi, My personal favorite for my revolver is Remington Gold

Realistic Bullet Resistance in Fiction: A Writer's Guide

QuestionHi, Im writing a short story which has a gunfight. My two characters are taking cover behind two cars which are facing each other at a distance of

Finding the Serial Number on Your Revelation 12 Gauge Shotgun

QuestionI have a model 310 revelation I traded for. I have looked all over it and cant find a serial #. Someone told me that pre 1968 shotguns werent requi

Westernfield SB-300E 20 Gauge Shotgun Value & Private Sale Laws

QuestionI have my fathers Westernfield SB-300E 20 gauge.  It has A549389 Selected Forge Steel 7X proof tested 20 gauge - 3 on it.  can you tell m

Open Bolt Guns: Advantages & Disadvantages for Law Enforcement and Military

QuestionSay a gun were created that could chamber a round with just a pull of the trigger instead of manually pulling the slide, what would the advantages

Oregon Firearm Registration: Understanding Requirements for Pre-1968 Firearms

QuestionDear Mr. Little: In an answer to a question about a Handyrifle, you made the statement: If it was not registered prior to 1968, the gun is consid

Pistol Lights for Home Defense: Tactical Use & Considerations

QuestionDear Mr. Little: I dont know much about using lights mounted on pistols and dont intend to put myself in a situation where I would need one.  

Best Firearms for Deer Hunting in New York & Connecticut

QuestionQUESTION: Hello,       So i am currently looking for a gun that has a caliber capable for new York and Connecticut.

Identifying Your Colt Woodsman .22 Rifle (Serial # 97870)

QuestionHi, I am trying to determine just what it is I have. Woodsman Colt .22 cal, serial number 97870. There are no alfas in the serial#, there is nothi

Identifying a Vintage Springfield J. Stevens Shotgun

QuestionI have an old single barrel, hammer action (with the firing pin missing)shotgun with the name Springfield, J.Stevens Arms Company, Chicopee Falls,

Identify Your H&R Top Break Revolver: Model & Year of Manufacture

Question Pistol 48   Charles, I have a 6 shot double action H&R top break auto-ejecting revolver.  Not sure of caliber (.32 or .38).  Round

Value & Information: Stevens Ranger Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun

QuestionThis Ranger shotgun is in great condtion,is there any real value? AnswerJim, What you have is a Stevens Model 311.  Stevens made shotguns fo

Choosing the Right Scope & Accessories for 30-06 Long Range Shooting

Questioni have a 30-06 rifle that can drive nails but i need advice on what type of rifle scope meaning how much zoom,the type of reticle, and a good bipod