Anti-Riot Equipment for Law Enforcement: Weapons & Protective Gear

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Identifying Vintage Winchester Firearms: Model 94, 61 & 12 Gauge

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1911A1 Ithaca Appraisal: Value & Expert Evaluation

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Marlin Model 336: JC Penney 3040 Identification & Value

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Batavia Leader Firearm Appraisal & Information - Serial Number 8633X

QuestionMy father (75y) is looking to sell an old gun that has been sitting in his closet for years. My husband convinced him to let us look on the Interne

Glock 20SF: Understanding Included Shell Casings & New Gun Procedures

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Beretta Stampede Beisley Safety Concerns: Expert Analysis

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Valuing Your Winchester Model 24 12 Gauge Shotgun: Resources & Guidance

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Browning Hi-Power Half-Cock: Purpose and Safety Explained

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Remington .22 Rifle Value: Model 24 & 34 Price Guide

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Identify Browning .22 LR Firearm (Pistol or Rifle) - Stock # K-1458

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Lefever Double Barrel Shotgun Date of Manufacture - Identification & Dating

QuestionI have a Lefever 12 ga. double barrel with the serial number I6563 and would like to know what year it was made. AnswerHello Les. You ask about th

Colt .38 Special Revolver Identification: Serial # 15114

QuestionThese pistol looks similar to the police positive model and is double action but the hammer does not lock back, it has a swing out loading gate on

Sigma SW9VE Firing Issues: Troubleshooting & Solutions

QuestionHello, I had just recently purchased a sigma sw9ve from a local outdoor shop. I took the pistol to the firing range to try it for the first time.

Concealing Black Powder Pistols in Florida: Legality & Regulations

Questionok i am going to buy a 1851 Navy Confederate .44 Caliber Revolver and its blackpowder i live in Florida and i was wonderin it i could conceal that

Oklahoma Law: Concealed Carry & Loaded Shotguns in Vehicles

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Mauser Model 1895 Chilean Rifle - Identification & Condition

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Illinois Laws on Carrying Batons for Self-Defense: What You Need to Know

QuestionI was just wondering if there are any laws in illinos aganist using or carrying a baton around for personl safety??? AnswerHi Samantha. Some stat

Finding a Marlin Lever Action with a 1776-1976 Centennial Stamp - Assistance Needed

QuestionBob, during High School and after, somewhere after 1976, my Father purchased a Marlin Lever action with Bicentenial stamp on the gun 1776-1976. I t

Lefever Nitro Special Shotgun - Manufacturing Date & Value

QuestionI inherited a 16 guage Lefever Nitro Special double barrel shotgun from my father several years ago.  It is in very good condition and has the