Either a 338 Ultra Mag... or a Nifty Paperweight Part 3
Before moving on with this installment, I thought it might be a good time to comment on the use of hand tools of this type, versus use of a more elaborate set of tools that require the use of a lathe; both types intended for the same purposes. Both approaches […] [Read More]
Remington's Model 783 Compact
No, I don’t know why, but I often wonder what one rifle would I want to have in my possession in a post apocalyptic world. Zombies, hyper viruses, asteroid strike, Hillary Clinton elected president… Any number of cataclysmic events that would make the survival of the human race questionable. Sure, […] [Read More]
Either a 338 Ultra Mag... or a Nifty Paperweight Part 2
This may be the first time that I was off of a project for so long that I had to read my own “Part 1” to figure out where I left off. The project is a Remington Model 700 build in .338 Remington Ultra Mag. There was not an initial […] [Read More]
Remington's 28 Gauge Model 870
My wife’s birthday is near, which means I have a good deal more time to write as I settle into each new hiding place. Being two years older should give me insight into her time of consternation, but it doesn’t and it won’t, so I just settle for making myself […] [Read More]
Either a 338 Ultra Mag... or a Nifty Paperweight Part 1
I like building firearms with hand tools and fixtures. I can be careful and precise in setting dimensions and fit and the end result isn’t a rifle sitting on top of a big time invoices from an outsourced gunsmith’s machining efforts. And when that rifle is together and can’t […] [Read More]
Weatherby's Mark V Sporter Part II
I wasn’t sure if a Part II would be required for the Weatherby Mark V Sporter .340 Weatherby Magnum review. The rifle performed well and looked good in ways that made its $1,600 price tag seem a bargain. Still, there was an opportunity to try something other than factory ammo […] [Read More]
Weatherby's Mark V Sporter Part I
The Weatherby Mark V Deluxe is a beautiful rifle. From the varmint/ deer hunting .240 Weatherby to the elephant thumping .460 Weatherby Magnum, the Deluxe is flat shooting, hard hitting and accurate. My one reservation, when it comes to hunting with one more routinely, is the thought of dragging $2,400 […] [Read More]
Briley Drop-in fit 1911 Auto Spherical Bushing
This particular Elite Commander has made appearances on Real Guns before and will continue to do so as we sort out exactly what is to be accomplished. If you ever find yourself wondering why a company would put a black IonBond finish over an all stainless gun, this might be […] [Read More]
Savage's Model 116 FCSS 6.5-284 Norma Part II
Rifles have their attributes and features but, in the land of synthetic stocks and stainless steel barreled actions, there is no fancy wood grain or fineness of bluing to give a rifle a unique personality. Subsequently, personality often resides within the combination of rifle and cartridge. In this case, the […] [Read More]
Savage's Model 116 FCSS 6.5-284 Norma Part I
Recently, Real Guns reviewed the Savage’s Model 114 American Classic; took it apart, turned it inside out, shot it and reported on all there was to see. The Classic was defined as a well executed traditional sporter, chambered for a very traditional 270 Winchester cartridge. The combination left me feeling […] [Read More]