The Lathemaster Gets a Quick Change Tool Post
If you remain a firearm enthusiast for an extended period of time, you will eventually get to a point where you will want to fabricate parts. This conclusion will typically manifest itself in the form of a bench top lathe and/or milling machine. As a proud owner of new […] [Read More]
Remington's 1911 R1 45 ACP Part I
OK, so I initially thought this was a really nifty take down rifle. How else could Remington fit a Model 700 into a 10″x13½” corporate green hard case? I didn’t know they were making a 1911 type gun because… no one tells me anything… ever. Which is actually much safer […] [Read More]
The CZ 527 M1 American Part I
Model CZ 527 M1 American Manufacturer Ceska Zbrojovka Point of Origin Czech Republic Hardware Blued Carbon Steel Stock Walnut Type Action Micro Bolt Action Caliber .223 Remington Magazine Capacity 3 Rounds Barrel Length 21.9″ Twist 1:12″ Sights Clean – 16mm Dovetail Trigger Single Set Pull & Set Pull 3½ Lbs […] [Read More]
Remington's Model 700™ Sendero® SF II 300 Ultra Mag Part II
I bought a Remington Sendero because… I like the way it looks. Then I liked the way the big magnum shot, so much so that I could see the practical application for an 8 lb 12 oz rifle. When I am not shooting it on the 100 yard home course, […] [Read More]
The Ruger® 22/45™ with Replaceable Panels
Some people would look at this picture and just see a gun with a pile of ammo. Some would look at it and see a photograph of questionable technical composition. I look at it and think, “Now there’s a fun day”. And, as it turned out, I had the inside […] [Read More]
A Sixty Minute Lazy Guy Project
My current long term project rifle, slated for major overhaul, is a Remington 799 Mini Mauser. The Models 798 and 799 were imported from the manufacturer in Serbia as barreled actions and fitted with a laminated stock by Remington in Mayfield, Kentucky. Remington offered this product from 2006-2008. Prior to […] [Read More]
Want to see a Volquartsen 10/22 TG2000 Trigger Installation?
OK, Yes, I am as Ruger 10/22 whacky as the next guy. Right, when I am suppose to be working on serious centerfire rifles, I often have to be retrieved from the woods behind the shop where I am… keeping the crow population in check with the little .22 LR […] [Read More]
Bushnell's North Star 52-325x100 Prairie Dog Duster
I wanted to write about the Bushnell Telescope because it is an illustration of how an interest in firearms can evolve into interests in other areas. Firearms and related equipment reflect the substance of so many sciences that, with the addition of a little curiosity, they can be quite […] [Read More]
Most Writers are... Bullshooters
I think there should be a writer’s license… or maybe a learner’s permit to ease people into the occupation as this work has the potential of having such a profound effect on others. When I finally had the opportunity to reshape my life and to write about firearms, it probably took […] [Read More]
Ruger's Single Six Convertible
The very first new handgun I purchased was an Old Model Ruger Super Single Six Convertible. Ordered through the Ellsworth AFB BX circa 1968, it cost approximately $65. Nice gun; blued, adjustable sights, 6.5″ barrel, 22 LR and .22 Magnum cylinders. I believe the barrel length was 6.5″. The gun […] [Read More]