Monthly Archives: September 2019

ALTAMONT GRIPS FOR 1911 – PART II

This article is a follow-up to a previous article in which I detailed some excellent 1911 grip panels that were installed on a Ruger SR1911 “Lightweight Commander” pistol chambered in .45 ACP. Since that article, I have acquired a few … Continue reading

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UBERTI 1890 REMINGTON REVOLVER REPRODUCTION

The Colt Single Action Army was the king of revolvers in the year of 1890. Remington; however, was not ready to concede to the popularity of the Colt SAA just yet. Thus, was born the Remington Model 1890 New Model … Continue reading

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GLOCK G48 – HOLSTERS FOR IWB CARRY

The Glock G48 is an excellent pistol for hot weather concealed carry when I do not want to carry heavy. The Glock G48 has a low profile, is light weight (1 pound 10.2 ounces with 10+1 rounds) and has an … Continue reading

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Ruger SR1911 Model Number: 6739, 10mm Auto – Product Review

While the 10 mm cartridge’s  place in life still escapes me, I still wish to pursue it. I had reviewed the Springfield XDM-10 5.25 in this caliber. While the XDM is a fine pistol, a contention of mine is to … Continue reading

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ALIEN GEAR CLOAK TUCK IWB HOLSTER (INSIDE THE WAISTBAND) FOR GLOCK G48

Having purchased an Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.5 IWB Holster (Inside the Waistband) holster for my Glock G34/41 and Springfield Armory XDM 5.25, I decided on another Alien Gear product, the Alien Gear Cloak Tuck IWB Holster (Inside the Waistband) … Continue reading

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WHEELER ENGINEERING 89 PIECE DELUXE SCREWDRIVER SET (PRODUCT #562194)

For several years, I have been using the Weaver Multi-Bit Tool Kit, Product number 849718 (shown below) for my general needs when working on firearms. This tool kit has served me well, if the hardware that I am working with … Continue reading

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HECKLER AND KOCH VP9 – RANGE PISTOL REVIEW

Specifications Caliber: 9 mm x 19 Length: 7.34 in. Height: 5.41 in. Width: 1.32 in. Barrel Length: 4.09 in. Sight Radius: 6.38 in. Weight (with empty magazine):  25.56 oz. Magazine Capacity: 10 / 15 Trigger Pull: 5.4 lbs. Trigger Travel: … Continue reading

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ALIEN GEAR CLOAK TUCK 3.5 IWB HOLSTER (INSIDE THE WAISTBAND) FOR SPRINGFIELD XDM 5.25 (9MM, .45 ACP, 10MM)

Attempting to carry a Springfield XDM 5.25 concealed, regardless of caliber, is not without its challenges. A pistol with a barrel of 5.25 inches and capable of holding 19 (9mm), 13 (.45 ACP), or 15 (10mm) rounds of ammunition is … Continue reading

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XD-M® 5.25″ COMPETITION SERIES 9MM (XDM95259BHCE)

In the war of selecting a good double-stack, long-slide 9mm for carry use, my finalists came down to the Glock G34 and the Springfield XDm 5.25 in 9mm. I am not going to disparage either and both are winners in … Continue reading

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