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Gewehr 98 to Mauser 98K: Lasting Mauser Ingenuity(Post)
You may hear the name “Mauser” being thrown around with a very cavalier attitude, as though Mauser can be succinctly categorized or described. It can’t; and what’s more, though many firearms are s ...
The Mauser 98k: History and Influence(Post)The Mauser 98k is an infamous descendant of the Mauser Gewehr 98; the “k” stands for “kurz” or “short” in German, a nod to the fact that this model was designed as a shorter, lighter carbine.The Maus ...
Top 6 Best-Value Military Surplus Rifles(Post)There are so many reasons to shop military surplus. Sure, it can be a mixed bag in terms of quality, and there are definitely some military surplus rifles out there that have not been kept, shall we ...
More Great (Affordable) Military Surplus Rifles(Post)Military surplus rifles can offer incredible value, and when you do your research right and buy smart, you can often get a surplus gun that will offer the same or better functionality than a new one ...
10 Interesting M1903 Facts(Post)The M1903 Springfield is not just one of the most famous rifles that’s been carried by American servicemen. Like the Garand and the Enfield, it is one of the most famous rifle platforms of all time.B ...
Top 5 Military Surplus Guns for Hunters(Post)This post is going to take a look at some great military surplus guns, specifically for hunters.Some of these we have previously covered in other posts on military surplus guns that offer excellent v ...
4 Excellent Military Surplus Rifles(Post)Many firearms intended for civilian use (or which have become immensely popular among civilians) are extremely practical. The Remington 870, 700, and the Colt AR-15 come to mind.However, in some case ...
Magazine, En Bloc, and Stripper Clip: Class Is in Session(Post)Not to condescend, but there are far too many people that confound the words “magazine” and “clip.” When you add in the subtle nuance that there are not just distinctions between magazines and clips ...
5 Great Military Surplus Rifles for Hunters(Post)Military surplus rifles often have a very attractive price tag. Sometimes this is because the rifles themselves have seen service and hard conditions and are in pretty bad shape. Occasionally, milita ...
Why Military Surplus Firearms Can Make a Practical Investment (Plus Some Good Options)(Post)New guns can be downright expensive, especially for a collector. However, when it comes to getting the most bang for your buck, used guns, specifically military surplus firearms (sometimes referred t ...
Shop Our New Military Surplus Guns (and Other Firearm) Additions(Post)We’ve written before (extensively) about the value of shopping for military surplus guns. They are often very affordable, occasionally in excellent shape, and moreover, surplus and used are often the ...
17 Things You Didn’t Know About Carcano Rifles(Post)Carcano rifles were in official service for more than 100 years. The first Carcano, the Model 1891 (AKA M91 Carcano) was developed by Salvatore Carcano at the Torino Army Arsenal. It was in service u ...
8 Pieces of WW2 German Reenactment Gear Every Reenactor Needs(Post)Interested in getting involved in WW2 reenactment, particularly on the German side? It’s popular with a wide range of collectors and reenactors across the world, particularly in Europe, Canada, and t ...
Carcano Rifle FAQs(Post)You ever seen a Carcano rifle in the wild, at a gun shop or at the range? These WWI-era bolt-action rifles are handsome, but won’t necessarily turn your head any faster than an M1903 or a Lee-Enfield ...
Interesting Facts About Lee-Enfield Rifles (Post)Lee-Enfield rifles, produced in a wide range of variants between 1895 and the present day, were widely issued to British Commonwealth forces in both World Wars and in other conflicts around the world ...