Gun Collecting

Laws and regulations for individual gun ownership vary from state to state, but any business which desires to buy, sell or repair guns are required by federal law to obtain a Federal Firearms...

The Trijicon Reflex Sight is a sight that is used when shooting a rifle. This particular sight is mounted on either the top or bottom of your hunting rifle, and it helps you to see your target in...

A gun case is used to both store and display a sportsman or collector's guns. The gun case can be made with glass windowpanes, for display purposes, or solid wood, for safekeeping. You can also...

Gun silencers are a unique modification for a firearm that muffle the noise that accompanies the discharge of the firearm. These are desired by collectors or by individuals looking to do target...

Vintage Christian books are a true delight. They show how the world has changed religiously and they can even show the devotions and thoughts of their previous owners through notes in the...

Muzzleloading firearms help us understand the history of ballistic weapons and appreciate the difficulty of using these ponderous weapons. Firing the weapon, by far the most challenging aspect,...

The M4 carbine is a lightweight, efficient assault rifle. An adaptation of the M16 family of rifles, the M4 is designed for quick disassembly and reassembly in demanding combat situations. Here is...

Even though the AK-47 is known for its resilience and its resistance to dirt and jams, the gun still needs to be disassembled regularly. When dealing with a weapon as dangerous as the AK-47 it's...

A single action gun is one that will not fire after it has been cocked and the trigger pulled. In order to shoot the gun, you must cock the hammer again before firing it a second time. A double...

The Derringer pistol quickly gained popularity since its introduction in late 1840's, for it was a smaller version of the dueling pistol, which, thanks to its small size, was easily concealed in a...

Buying a rifle can be a relatively long and complicated task depending on which state you live in. Depending on the use of the rifle, there are many different choices available. Use these steps to...

The blunderbuss takes its name from the Dutch words for "thunder" (donner) and "gun" (bus). Its name likely corrupted to the form "blunderbuss" because the flared musket was as likely to shoot...

Have you just purchased a handgun and used it for the first time? You will need to reload it. Follow these steps for safe, efficient reloading.