One of the most recognizable helmet designs in history, and with a long service history, the US M1 helmet is as recognizable a symbol of American involvement in WW2 as is the Garand rifle. It is also … read more

The M1 Carbine hit the scene a little later than its larger, more powerful cousin, the M1 Garand, which was already in service at the outbreak of the Second World War for the United States. Unlike it … read more

The good thing about surplus firearms is that you can often find really rare or excellent guns in great condition at an unbelievable price. The (potentially) bad thing about surplus firearms is that … read more

While some guns are more mechanically complex than others, all guns are a series of interconnected moving parts. This makes them, categorically, machines. The gun parts contained must be properly inst … read more

Military surplus guns can represent incredible value, and sometimes you can come across a real, one-of-a-kind treasure in surplus collections. With that said, many military surplus guns have been … read more