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Hi folks. I recently inherited a Remington model 141 pump rifle chambered in .30 Rem. It seems like a well-built, interesting rifle. I thought I'd try to field strip it and clean it so I took out the crosspin, seperated the stock portion from the reciver and bbl. and the bolt slid out. Now...

Hi folks. Much as I love the 1911 the grip always feels too small for my hands. Are there any specialty grips that add some significant width to the grip? Thanks.

Hi folks. I recently picked up a new Ruger P345 and have not even shot it yet, but I thought I would post some of my initial observations and also solicit some feedback on this particular gun. I have owned several P-series guns at various times (P89, P90, P94, P95, P97) and always appreciated...

Hi folks. I want to buy a cheap semi-auto .22 plinker just for shooting tin cans and maybe some short-range varmint control. I will likely just shoot this rifle out of the box with few or no modifications except for a low power scope. I like the higher capacity of the model 60 and it would be...

Hi folks. I've never mounted a scope before but I need to learn. I have heard a lot of the terminology but don't know the process. What are the different styles of mounts and how do they differ? What is a weaver mount as opposed to some other kind? Use of locktite? You see, I just don't...

Hi folks. I just picked up a nice Spanish Mauser chambered in .308 Win. Thing is, I have heard conflicting reports about the advisability of using commercial 308 ammo in this gun. Is there much of a power difference between NATO spec. ammo and commercial ammo? Any reason not to use...

Hi folks. I have a chance to pick up a bolt action Marlin 780 in very nice condition for $100. I know that this is an older model that is discontinued. It seems to be very well made. Does anyone have experience with this rifle? How is it? Thanks for any help.

Hi folks. I've read rave reviews of the Norinco 1911 but have never actually seen one at a gunshop or gunshow. Are these things still manufactured and imported new into the USA? If so, where can a body find one? Thanks.

Hi folks. I'm looking for opinions on the safety of carrying a 1911 in condition 2, chamber loaded with hammer down. I do understand why many favor condition 1, but I have never been comfortable with it. Besides the risk involved in lowering the hammer on a live round, is it otherwise unsafe...

Hi folks, a quick (and very simple) question. I'm new to 1911's, not yet in the stage of constant tinkering to make improvements (but I'm sure I will be, as many 1911 owners are). Anyway, I'm just in the shoot-the-heck-out-of-it stage. I'm wondering, how durable is the stock set up? How many...

Hi folks. Tried the search function to answer this question but did not come across any old discussions of the FEG's strength or durability. I'm wondering if these hold up to long-term shooting as well as the FN Hi-Powers, or the Argentine FM's for that matter. I really like the FEG PJK...

Hi folks. Is the CZ 75B just the standard full-size blued 9mm? If so, what might I expect to pay? I'm also interested if anyone cares to compare the CZ to the FN/FM Hi-Power in terms of features, handling, durability, etc. Thank you.

Hi folks. Been reading threads on the variant FEG offerings, now I am thoroughly confused. I know the PJK-9BP is the "true" HP clone, while the other commonly seen newer model (P9M?) is close to the BHP but not a true clone. My question is: Do they still manufacture and import the older model...

Hi folks. Give me some advice on this one. The gun in question is a new Mark III FN Hi-Power. I ordered a 18.5 lb. recoil spring from Wolff and it came with a firing pin spring, presumably extra power to match the extra power recoil spring. I also ordered a "trigger pull" reduction spring kit...

Hi folks, I'm thinking about getting a Browning Hi-Power, one of the new MarkIII specimens. I know this is a classic gun, and many of the older HPs are still in use and quite functional. But, given that this is an older design I'm wondering how durable it is with a lot of consistent use with...

Hello everyone - just a quick question about the Ruger P90 .45 ACP. I have owned one for a while and have grown to admire its strong design and surprising accuracy. Got some snap caps to practice dry-firing and while doing so I noticed for the first time that at the very end of the single...

I saw a few guys posting on another board about problems with their Glock 29s having failures to extract. I'm just wondering if this is a snafu with just a few specimens or if it's a more prevalent problem. Haven't seen this reported with the G20 model which, if I'm not mistaken, is the basis...

Hello everyone. I need some advice.... Got a Federal 40 S&W barrel for my Glock 29. Noticed that it fit pretty tight and had sharp edges, at least it seemed so in comparison to my stock Glock barrel. Took it to the range with high hopes and 150 rounds of ammo. First 15 rounds: every shot...

Hi Folks, The local shop has a Bersa Thunder .380 for about 190 bucks. Seems dang cheap. How does this gun hold up? Aside from the shortcomings of the .380 as a defensive cartidge, is it woth getting? Reliable? Any comments appreciated. Thanks.

Hello everyone, Can someone suggest a fair price? I'm looking to trade a S&W 629 Classic 44 mag with a five inch barrel, about 5 years old, in good shape, only about 300 rounds through it. What should I expect to get from this gun making a trade? Thanks!