Remington's Model 700 Mountain SS Part 1

This was probably the most difficult project of the year. The rifle and cartridge were easy, it was getting this floating rifle shot that drove me nuts… I know, short ride. Anyway, glad to be attempting to get out from under the 8 million pieces of email that began with […] [Read More]

The Marlin Firearms Company, Ilion, New York

This is the fourth Marlin 1895 Guide Gun we’ve reviewed in the past six years. The first was assembled in the Marlin North Haven, CT plant, the second and third were assembled from Marlin inventory at the Remington Ilion, New York Plant. All were barrel stamped, “The Marlin Firearms Company […] [Read More]

CZ's 75 Shadow T-SA Part 2

I am not a competitive shooter, which means I am not qualified to comment on the CZ 75 Shadow T-SA’s performance within that context. In fact, anyone much below a national champion would be commenting on their own shooting skills rather than the Shadow’s potential… except on Facebook, where firearm […] [Read More]

CZ's 75 Shadow T-SA Part 1

Overview The CZ 75 Shadow T-SA is intended for use in USPSA Limited, USPSA Limited 10, Bullseye (NRA/CMP Conventional Pistol), NRA Action Pistol – Metallic Sight Firearm, and IDPA ESP competition. The basic CZ pistol originates in the Czech Republic, however, fitting competition parts, finesse assembly and tuning of every […] [Read More]

Weatherby's Mark V® Ultra Lightweight Part 2

There are so many great bullets available for the 0.243″ handloader, and so much potential in the 240 Weatherby cartridge, it would be a shame to pass up the opportunity. Handloading the 240 Weatherby Magnum requires considerably less effort and expense than the typical magnum cartridge. Brass is available through […] [Read More]

Weatherby's Mark V® Ultra Lightweight Part 1

Weatherby Mark V® Ultra Lightweight Manufacturer Weatherby Point of Origin Paso Robles, CA Weight 5 Lbs 12 Oz Length 44″ Type Bolt Action Lugs 6 Tri Radial Bolt Lift 54° Caliber* 240 Weatherby Magnum Capacity 5+1 Receiver Blued Chrome Moly Barrel Blackened Stainless Barrel Length 24″ Twist Rate 1:10″ Stock […] [Read More]

The New 25-20 Winchester Magnum! Part 2

Firearms represent history and the Savage 23B is no exception. As the subtitle infers, there were lots of things going on when Savage decided to manufacturer this model. It’s got an interesting look, it is overbuilt for the cartridge and the long 25″ barrel makes for some exceptional 25-20 WCF […] [Read More]

The New 25-20 Winchester Magnum! Part 1

The other day I was reading through a message board thread, where whiffleball220 was advising everyone to turn in any old gun they owned to one of the government buyback programs. They could then use the $50 or so they received to buy a new gun. Sure, then they can […] [Read More]

Winchester's Model 1886 Extra Light Rifle Part 2

Usually I open a box, take out a new firearm and get excited about the possibilities of the associated project. About the 323rd time I pick it up, I am thinking about lunch, the tiny hole in my sock and wondering how the NY Giants will again fail me in […] [Read More]

Winchester's Model 1886 Extra Light Rifle Part 1

Winchester Model 1886 Manufacturer B.C. Miroku Item # 534053142 Type Lever Action Caliber 45-70 Government Mag Capacity 4 Barrel Length 22″ Rifling 1:20″ Weight 7.25 Lbs Overall Length 40.5″ Stocks Satin Finish – Walnut Hardware Blued Steel Length of Pull 13.25″ Drop at comb 1.25″ Drop at heel* 1.62″ Rear […] [Read More]