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  1. The Ruger old model Blackhawk revolvers (1955-1973) have a great reputation for their quality, ruggedness and smooth actions. This one in .357 magnum

    The Ruger old model Blackhawk revolvers (1955-1973) have a great reputation for their quality, ruggedness and smooth actions. This one in .357 magnum

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    Colt 1909

    This is my 1909 Colt, a standard Army model. While it will accept and fire regular .45 Colt cartridges, a special military load was called for as an aid in extraction. This one was made by Colt in 1910. The military cartridges have rims that are slightly wider in circumference to avoid the...
  3. The Smith & Wesson 3rd model ("Perfected") .22 single shot target pistol, first made in 1909, can still shoot better than most target guns today. It's

    The Smith & Wesson 3rd model ("Perfected") .22 single shot target pistol, first made in 1909, can still shoot better than most target guns today. It's

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    A prayer request.

    May God in his magnificent mercy look down on both of you and give you relief and lasting care. John
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    Actors/ Actresses you can't stand?

    I know this is old school, but I could never bear to watch Bette Davis. It was obvious she thought highly of herself, but not only was she not attractive, she lacked any acting talent whatsoever. Yuck. John
  6. The Walther PP series of pistols are well covered in the book. This is an original WWII PPK, a war trophy willed to me by a friend who flew P-47s duri

    The Walther PP series of pistols are well covered in the book. This is an original WWII PPK, a war trophy willed to me by a friend who flew P-47s duri

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  7. The Thompson submachine gun is probably the most instantly recognized classic gun of all time. Its stuttering roar has been heard since 1921. The book

    The Thompson submachine gun is probably the most instantly recognized classic gun of all time. Its stuttering roar has been heard since 1921. The book

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    "Military" HIgh Standard

    This is the original U.S.A. Model H-S High Standard as issued during WW II. These served as training pistols and some were issued equipped with sound suppressors for clandestine purposes and as "hush puppies" to take down guard dogs. John (Click for larger images)
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    post your favorite movie scene, vote for the best with a like

    Dirty Harry (1971) (Click each for larger image) https://youtu.be/KALhynXxKp0 < scene clip
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    19-3 trio

    I have the one on your wish list - but I don't have a nickel trio. You'd have to get one of each barrel length. Good hunting! :D John
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    The ugliest gun on the face of the earth...

    I was musing today on what gun I would pick as the world's ugliest. My vote would have to go to the Japanese type 94 Nambu pistol, made during WWII. Not only ugly but dangerous in that it could be fired just by pressing the visible sear on its left side. I have one in my collection as a...
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    Time to air out the rare Etherium revolver again...

    It's time to take out the ultra-rare Etherium revolver from its vault and give it a thorough inspection. I take it out once a year to play with it for a while. It was a top-secret project at S&W to produce the world's lightest handgun - they succeeded beyond their estimates. Turned out that...
  13. The High Standard slant-grip "space guns" were .22 target shooting standouts in the 1950s and 1960s. This a Model 102 with an 8" barrel that shipped i

    The High Standard slant-grip "space guns" were .22 target shooting standouts in the 1950s and 1960s. This a Model 102 with an 8" barrel that shipped i

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    22 Target Pistol Recommendations

    It's a standard trigger shoe - positioned higher so it contacts the frame just after let-off. I don't know if it would work on the 22/45 because the dimensions of the frame may not be compatible. John
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    22 Target Pistol Recommendations

    If you don't like the old Hi-standard "space guns" then the most accurate competition .22 I've found is the Ruger Mark II Government Target model. Everything you need and nothing you don't. They are out there, but they are hard to find because they have a stellar reputation. This is a pic of...
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