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    Question about a older K-frame

    I was wondering what I should know about before buying an older K-frame specifically a Military & Police pre-model 10 with 5 screws with a large half circle front sight, and pinned barrel? I am assuming since this revolver was so popular that it is easy to get parts and find a gunsmith to work...
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    Ruger Mk II spring replacement

    How do you replace the hammer and recoil springs on a Ruger Mark II? I wasnt to install Wolff replacemant springs. Any links or detail directions will be great. Thanks.
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    Customizing Mk II bolt

    I want to “dress-up” the bolt finish on my matted SS Ruger Mark II Target and I am looking for ideas specially any that I can do myself. I know there is jewelling but what are the other possibilities? Thanks for the help guys.
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    Customizing Mk II bolt

    I want to “dress-up” the bolt finish on my matted SS Ruger Mark II Target and I am looking for ideas specially any that I can do myself. I know there is jewelling but what are the other possibilities? Thanks for the help guys.
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    Is Taurus 850 +p rated?

    I just bought a used Taurus 850. On barrel it says 38 Special. I thought these were +P rated but the dealer was unsure since it did not say that on barrel. I think it was made in 2007 and has the newer style of cylinder release and integrated safety. Also I know their web page says +P. Just want...
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    Is 1954 colt cobra a C&R gun

    I have a 1954 Colt Cobra I just sold to a guy in IL. He want use his C&R to do the transfer. Is that ok? How do I find out that it qualifies or not? Is that ok IL? Thanks I don’t want to get into any trouble
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    Is 1954 colt cobra a C&R gun

    I have a 1954 Colt Cobra I just sold to a guy in IL. He want use his C&R to do the transfer. Is that ok? How do I find out that it qualifies or not? Is that ok IL? Thanks I don’t want to get into any trouble
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    Buy a 85UL or 650

    Right now I am between 2 new snub nose revolvers. One is a Taurus 85UL DAO new for $318 or a Taurus 650 for $340. I want it mostly for pocket carry and that is why I want DAO. Also my past experience with Colt Cobra I did not enjoy the recoil which makes me worried about 85UL. What are your...
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    Confused about colt DA timing

    About a year ago I bought a colt cobra which was made around 1954. After reading up on it I am wondering if it has a timing issue (note I will never buy a used gun without reading up on it again). I am not sure despite reading multiply threads here and elsewhere and buying the colt gunsmith’s...
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    Which .22lr revolver would you get

    Which used .22lr revolver would you get and please give any reasons for or against it? Choices are S&W model 17, S&W model 18, or Dan Wesson 22. I am hoping for input since I have not had the chance to shoot any of these. I am looking for a revolver that is accurate, reliable/durable and fun...
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    .22 revolver question

    Hi Guys, I will be going to a gun show this weekend looking for a used DA .22lr revolver, which seems very hard to find. I was wondering if you guys could give me a idea what the going rate for one is since none of the local gun shops have any and the auction web pages always seem on the high...
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    college gun owners are dangerous

    According to the Brady Bunch and some rather obscure studies if you are a college student and own a gun you are a bad person: Nearly half of America's full-time college students abuse drugs or binge drink at least once a month. For college gun owners, the rate of binge-drinking is even higher —...
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    Why are you hopeless? (Obama)

    The above quote is what I often hear about Obama supporters. Why is this? I mean things are not perfect in this country and I am sure things could be better. I would not say I feel "hopeless". If I were living in communist China or if we had dictator I would feel hopeless. But we are still...
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    Misleading the next generation

    Some college students or least the student papers don’t get it. Blame the guns for violence and suicide not the break down of society in the inner city. This is second or third editorial against guns this school year. It just to bad that for many students this is only source of “news” they read...
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    Brady background check system???

    I always thought the background check was called N.I.C.S., but according to the Brady bunch it is called “Brady background check system”. :confused:(see their email below) This at least funny and sad that they lie to their own people. Nice way to get a few more suckers to send money. Notice they...
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    candidates on the issues. You rank

    A good review of where the top tier candidates stand on the most popular issues. http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/254/story/202392.html "GUN CONTROL: DEMOCRATS: -Clinton: Voted for ban on assault-type weapons and to require background checks at gun shows. Favored leaving gun-makers and dealers...
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    C&R in MI?

    Does any one have C&R FLL in Michigan? I was wondering is there any state laws I need to know about special outside of the firearms laws? Also what is process for buy C&R handgun and doing the “safety inspection” and paper work? (I do have a cpl.)
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    C&R in MI

    Does any one have C&R FLL in Michigan? I was wondering is there any state laws I need to know about special outside of the firearms laws? Also what is process for buy C&R handgun and doing the “safety inspection” and paper work? (I do have a cpl.)
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    RKB only means we need a federal army?

    Student paper not only thinks that CPL should not be allowed on campus and that we need more gun control but the RKBA only means we need a federal army. “As long as we have an army that works at the pleasure of a democratically elected government, the second amendment is being satisfied. For...
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