Stevens M311 1956: History, Value & Identification

Questioni have a 1956 stevens m311 that i am trying to look up the history on, and i have only just recently found out that it was made in 1956 because of

Winchester Model 1400 Ejection Problem: Troubleshooting & Repair

QuestionThe weapon after many use of use but proper cleaning has developed an ejection problem where it does not fully eject the shell whether it be low or

Compatibility of Barnes .224 Ammunition with .22 Rifles

QuestionDoug can you tell me if the new Barnes 22cal. ammo can be fired through  my older model 1022 rifle. Thank you for any info you can supply. D

Browning BAR 270 - Production Year & Rarity Inquiry

QuestionJim, I have owned a Browning 270 caliber semi auto rifle, SN # 95331M69 since approx 1994. From what I was able to research at the Browning websi

Shortening a 12 Gauge Shotgun Barrel for Home Defense & Target Shooting

QuestionHi Bob, Just picked up my first shotgun.  Its an old 12 gauge Ted Williams Sears shotgun (the Winchester 1200 clone).  I really like it a

Identifying Your Browning 22250 Rifle: A Detailed Guide

Questioni recently inherited a browning rifle, its 22 250, says made in finland , has lovely woodstock, blued barrel,silver colored bolt,ser 435625, there

Identifying Your US Revolver: Detailed Information Request

QuestionBob, you answered my question requesting additional information (I need to know the exact words, letters, numbers, and markings that are stamped on

Best Bullets for Hunting Chilean Boars: Magnum 44 S&W

QuestionI hunt boars in Chile, i have a magnum 44 s&w, i use bullets 240g semi jacket soft point and 240g jacketed hollow point, in your expert opinion the

Using +P Ammunition in Your Springfield XD .45: Safety & Performance

QuestionI am wondering if I should use +P ammo in my Springfield XD 45. AnswerJason, Your Springfield can handle the +P ammo just fine.  The questio

Best 10mm Ammo for Bear Defense: Expert Recommendations

QuestionWe recently moved to Idaho, where we are in a wooded area with bear.  We asked our local gun shop what kind of gun would work best for a bear

Semi-Automatic Handguns: How They Load & Trigger Mechanisms

QuestionIs there a hand gun that can load a round from the clip with only a pull of the trigger? (ex: no round in the chamber, clip is inserted, rail is fo

Choosing the Right Shooting Targets: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionDear Sir, I wonder, what are the factors that govern choosing targets for a specific weapon type?. For example what is the shooting target for G3 R

Winchester 190 Semi-Auto Rifle: A Beginner's Guide to Maintenance & Safety

Questionhi this is my first gun my parents just got it for me and none of them know mush about a semi-auto rifle all they ever messed with were winchester

Springfield XD vs. SIG Sauer .40: Which Pistol is Right for You?

QuestionOk my brother has a Springfield XD .40 and I find that a blast to shoot. I have never shot a pistol before that shot so smoothly and accurate, but

32 Caliber Revolver Safety, Legality & Ammunition Recommendations - California

Questionhave a u.s. revolver 32 cal hammerless 5 shot and of the different bullets available what is recommended? i got shot right in front of my home last

Finding .303 British Ammo: Availability and Where to Buy

QuestionHi Doug, I felt good to have acquired a classic Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.I in firing condition for US$4310, but I later found that I could not ammo for

Weatherby Mark X with Alpen Scope Valuation - Expert Advice

QuestionA friend OF MINE IS TRYING TO SELL ME A WEATHERBY MARK X WITH A ALPEN SCOPE 6x24x50 the cal is 270 im not sure how old the gun is but it looks to b

Identifying & Information on a Vintage 2 Gauge Shotgun

QuestionHello Doug. I have what I believe to be a 2 gage shotgun I inherited from my Father. If I remember correctly, this gun took 2 LBS of shot and used

Quality Firearms .38 Revolver Value: History & Potential Worth

Questionwhat would one of the there guns be worth if had never been  fired and still had the  box the paperwork an all. what  was the reason

Belgium Browning Safari Style Rifle Parts & Restoration

QuestionI have a Belgium Browning Safari Style bolt action rifle in .270.  The stock was broken in an auto accident and the front sight is damaged. &n