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I'm just wondering. I understand (sort of) the operation of the 1911 and the parts relationship, etc. that makes the 5" and 4.25" barrel versions reliable, but why are the 3" considered unreliable? It seems to me that they've been around long enough that development should have caught up to...

I recently picked up a Remington 870 12-gauge with a 20" barrel w/bead sight. It's all blued, no matte finish and I'd like to get a barrel with rifle sights on it, but not a rifled barrel. I was at Gander Mountain today and they have that, except it has some sort of choke attachment or...

I have a couple of Sigs that I need to sell, (posted in classifieds) but I'm looking to get a carry gun in preparation for November 1 (CCW comes to Wisconsin!) I did some window shopping today and narrowed my choice down to three (in no particular order): Smith & Wesson M&P 9 compact Ruger...

I've been looking for an original Bianchi "Askins Avenger" holster for a 5" 1911 (my Ed Brown Special Forces) with no luck. Today I happened upon The Cowboy and Shooters Supply (http://www.cowboyneeds.com/660.html) who advertise a Triple K "Barrio" belt slide holster. From the pictures they...

Anyone have any idea where I can get some wood, fully-checkered (no diamonds), no ambi-safety cutout flat bottom grips for my Ed Brown Special Forces? I just put a mag well on it and the beveled grips don't look good. I'm looking for something like the ones Springfield Armory puts on their...

So, I recently picked up one of these due to Remington's reputation and the price. I'd like to make just a couple of changes, and I'm wondering if anyone can recommend a good gunsmith that can do the work without emptying my wallet. I like the sights, I like the shorter trigger. I'd like the...

I picked up a Remington R1 .45 yesterday. Today was the first chance I got to clean it, so I field stripped it (per the instruction manual) and cleaned, lubed, etc. When I put it all back together (again, per the manual) the grip safety seems to just flop around and when I tested it, the hammer...

Hello all, I shot a couple of IDPA matches a few years ago and want to get back into it. I have a question regarding the differences between the "tactical reload" and the "reload with retention." As I understand it, a tactical reload involves taking a spare mag from a pouch, ejecting the one...

I'm looking for a basic carry 1911. What I want is the standard 5" model, with Novak-style sights, commander hammer, beavertail grip safety, no ambi-safety, no forward cocking serrations, durable finish (not parkerized) and under $1000...does such a thing exist? Thanks!

I'm looking for a HD shotgun; I've been here reading the posts and found a lot of good information. My local Gander Mountain has a special going on, I can get the Mossberg for the same price as the 870 Express. I prefer the finish on the Mossberg, as well as the placement of the safety; on the...

I'm looking for a good 1911 in the $1000 range with most of the "desirable" features: good sights, checkered front strap, flat main spring housing,beaver tail grip safety, commander-style hammer, original GI guide rod, and WITHOUT the front slide serrations. Does anybody make such an animal...

I've discussed things with the little lady, and have decided to add an AR of some flavor to the family battery before the DemocRATS get into office and try to prevent me from having one. I don't know much about them, so I'm starting my research here...what I'm looking for are recommendations...

Hello, I'm new to this forum (1st post) and I'm looking for a couple of holsters for a Ruger P97 .45. I work in the dispatch center for an armored car service, so I'm looking for a good belt holster/paddle holster, preferably nylon, and also a duty-belt holster for when I have to go out into...