Identifying Your J. Stevens .22 Long Rifle: Model & History

QuestionRick, I have a octagon barrel Stevens 22 long rifle serial #467. Can you tell me the name of the gun and any other info you might have Answerhttp:

Choosing the Right Ammunition for Concealed Carry: Key Factors Explained

QuestionI have my ccw and I am looking at allot of different ammo to carry. I carry both a 380, 9mm and 45. Not all at once of course. What is the most imp

Identifying a Browning Sweet Sixteen Shotgun: History & Serial Number

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Identifying the Manufacture Date of an M1 Garand (H&R Arms)

QuestionI purchasedan M1 Garand in 02 to give to my Dad who passed away 2 weeks ago and the rifle came back to me. I was looking for the date of manufactur

45 ACP vs. .45 Long Colt: Understanding the Key Differences

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Identifying a 1899 Police 32 Pistol: Serial Number & Value

Questiondoug i realized the 5159 scratched inside grips was serial number do you know what the 3 above and left of serial number is also value of pistol A

J. Stevens Model 235 Shotgun: Gauge, Damascus Barrels & Target/Dove Loads

QuestionWhen you give a model number, does that indicate what guage it is? Also, how do I know if it has domascus (sp?) barrels? I would like to be able to

Disassembling a VESTA 6.35mm Handgun: A Beginner's Guide

Question IMG_2728.JPG I came across an old VESTA 6.35mm pocket handgun made in Eiber, Spain by Hijos de A. Echeverria for VESTA and Id like to take it apar

Crime Prevention Statistics: Data & Resources - FBI & More

QuestionAre there any widely trusted (FBI, etc) statistics on crime prevention by armed law-abiding citizens in the U.S.? How would I access such statistic

Winchester Ranger Model 120 20ga Shotgun Review: Reliability & Value

QuestionHello Doug... I am considering buying a Ranger by Winchester model 120 20ga shotgun.  Is this a good gun?  Is it old, can I find ammo fo

Estimating the Value of Remington 1100 & Mossberg Firearms - Expert Advice

Questioni have a remington 1100 and a mossengurg riffle both in very good condition,i cant find a price list for any of them ,would you know about how much

Ted Williams Rifle: Winchester Model 70 vs. Ted Williams Model 73

Questioni was told that my ted williams mod 73 rifle was made by winchester for sears if this is so what differences would there be between the 2 AnswerYo

J.P. Sauer & Sohn Side-by-Side Shotgun/Rifle Information

QuestionI have a side by side shotgun/rifle,J.P. Lower and Sons Denver Col.. Can you tell me about it?? AnswerHi David. It sounds like your gun is actual

NICS Check & Suspended Driver's License: What You Need to Know

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Jiminez 380 Auto Handgun: Reliability & Concealment Concerns

QuestionSorry to bug you i was just concerned about your apparent disapproval of the 380 jiminez model because unfortunately im in the process of purchasin

Traveling to Mexico with a Firearm: Legal Considerations & Safety

QuestionIm planning to travel with my RV to Mexico and want to carry a 12 gauge shotgun in my RV (hidden and locked.) I may possibly do a bit of bird hunti

Remington 1889 Shotgun Parts: Find Stocks, Forearms & More

QuestionWhere can I find the parts I need for this Double shotgun? I need Stock, forearm, forearm iron, and trigger guard?  Thanks AnswerSome parts a

Military Rifle Inheritance: Class 3 License Requirements

QuestionHello, I am inheriting what my grandfather identified as a military weapon from the Korean war/Vietnam war era.  If this is an automatic rifle

Identifying a Vintage BKA98 Revolver: Age & Manufacturer

QuestionThis pistol was mounted in a shadow box along with a picture of John Wayne.  The only marking on it is an elongated triangle with the initials

Identifying Your S&W .357 Magnum Revolver (Model 58-1)

Question 357 mag My friend has a S&W 357 revolver.  Stamped under cylinder is mod 58-1.  Everything we read says this should be a 41 mag but this