Have you ever noticed how a new gun’s action tends to be a little stiff, even gritty, perhaps?Did you notice how that changed after a few hundred rounds?It’s because the action broke in. A broken-in a … read more

You’ve heard of the M1903. It’s the rifle that was “official issue” to the American Expeditionary Force in the First World War (despite the fact that many Americans carried Lee-Enfield rifles because … read more

Modern bayonets, which take their name from the French “bayonette,” and are the result of centuries of distillation and refinement. It’s not clear exactly how long bayonets have been fixed to the muzz … read more

Rock Island Armory may be best known for its 1911 clones, and a Rock Island 1911 pistol is a thing of both beauty and function.But did you know that these 1911 pistols are just the beginning of what R … read more

In the world of 1911 accessories, few offer the same class and elegance as a leather 1911 holster.But in a world where you can get Kydex and nylon holsters that offer perfect fitment and retention pre … read more