The M9 bayonet is only one of many official models that have served in the hands of American soldiers since the turn of the last century. Among these were the sword-style M1905, the M1 (a shortened version intended for and compatible with the Garand rifle), and the M5, designed for use in the Korean War, and which was easier to fix and remove with heavy gloves on.  The M9 was...

Nothing against thermoplastic, nylon and Kydex holsters, but if you carry a gun as classic as a 1911, it deserves a fitting leather holster. They are comfortable, break-in beautifully, develop an attractive patina, and a 1911 leather holster will also cushion and protect your gun. They just require a little extra special care and maintenance than plastic holsters. Here are some...

Whether you are an avid, active collector, or you’ve simply inherited an old gun from a relative or a loved one, knowing how to care for it properly will constitute the difference between a well-preserved asset that appreciates over time, and a small pile of rust powder in the corner of your safe.  Here’s what you should know about preserving (and protecting) antique and...

It might be an old model, but the venerable 1911 is still one of the most popular handguns in America.  It was revolutionarily reliable for its time, and offered solid stopping power over the revolvers it replaced, as well. This, plus its association with official service, including as a sidearm through World War II, have kept the M1911 popular, and by extension 1911 mags and holsters...

The Remington 870 may well be the best-selling shotgun in history, which should come as no surprise if you’ve ever handled one, let alone shot it.  The venerable 870 is reliable, consistent, and gets the job done. More importantly, the action is tight, solid, and smooth. Thanks to a steel receiver and bolt carrier mated to twin-action bars, the 870’s action is a thing of...

The Walther P1, a variant of the P38, is a 9mm service pistol that was designed fairly soon after WWII to serve the newly-formed Bundeswehr to help combat the spread of the Soviet influence in the east.  Like its predecessor, these service pistols offer a lot to love and in some cases, incredible value, especially if you can find them in good shape, and at good prices, in collections of...