40 Caliber Sigma Pistol: Ammo, Range Shooting & Home Defense Advice

QuestionI just bought a 40 caliber Sigma series. I took it to the shooting range a couple of times, they require you to buy their ammo from them. The first

.40 S&W vs. .40 ACP for Glock 23: Understanding the Difference

QuestionDoug: can use 40 sw ammo in my glock 23 or do I have to use 40 acp. Is there a difference? Mike Rubosky AnswerMike, There is only one type of .40

Colt Official Police .38 Special (Serial # 738418): Year, Grips & Value

QuestionHi Charles.  I have a Colt Official Police 38 Special CTG.  It is blued steel and in really good condition.  It has a whitish/yellow

Identifying a Vintage Springfield Armory 16 Gauge Shotgun (Serial T58430)

QuestionQUESTION: I just recently received my grandfathers shotgun.It has 28 in. barrels,and hasnt been fired in over 5o years.I dont plan on selling it,ju

Interarms Mark X 7mm Rem MAG: History, Origin & Value

QuestionI inherited a Interarms Mark X 7mm Rem MAG. What I do know about the gun is, it has Alexandria Virginia and Manchester England engraved on the acti

Determine the Value of Your U.S. Springfield 1903 Rifle

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Identifying a WWII German Revolver: Seeking Expert Information

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Ithaca Model 49 Identification & Value - Gunsmithing Help

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Savage Arms Sterlingworth Shotgun S# 126007 - Manufacturing Date & Model Identification

QuestionSavage Arms Corp. Sterlingworth   Serial#126007 Im interested in the year it was manufactured.  Also, were these shotguns stamped o

Henry Mini Bolt .22LR vs .22 Short Compatibility - Official Information

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Browning Model 81 BLR .308 Win: History & Production

QuestionA friend just called with a gun that was supposed to be made in cleveland ohio in 1966. i guess the plug was pulled and only 250 were made and it i

WWII Era Pistol Restoration & Identification - Seeking Expert Advice

Question My father acquired a pistol during WWII that almost killed him. My father has passed away and this pistol went through a house fire while loaded.

380 ACP Ammunition Backorder Updates: Wait Times & Availability

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Floating Firing Pins: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Applications

Questionwhat are the benefits of floating firing pin? AnswerThere are no real benefits, except that it is easier and cheaper (by pennies, which may be an

JC Higgins 12ga Pump Shotgun: Stock Compatibility & History

QuestionModel 20- 12Ga  583.200. Is there a pistol grip stock available for the shotgun above?  Also, can I buy a standard stock for it? Who were

Mini-14 Twist Rate & Bullet Weight Compatibility: Expert Advice

QuestionQUESTION: The twist on my mini-14 (.223 rem) is 1 in 9.  Is this sufficient for 75 grain bullets, or should I stay with the lower weights? &nb

Determine the Age of Your J. Stevens .22 Rifle (Model 75)

QuestionI would like to know the manufacturing date (age) of a pump-action rifle that I inherited from my father many years ago.  The information on t

1881 US Navy 45-70 Carbine: Authenticity & Value

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Ithaca M1911A1 .45 Caliber Modification Advice

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Selling Your Hahn 45BB Revolver? Find Potential Buyers Here

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