Webley Pistols
Webley revolvers may never win a beauty contest, but their rugged construction and long military history make them fascinating collectibles. From the Mk IV and
The_30-40_Krag
The .30-40 Krag marked a turning point in American military arms, becoming the nation’s first .30-caliber smokeless-powder service rifle. This illustrated presentation traces the Krag’s
The Mighty 22 Goes To War
The humble .22 caliber cartridge has played a surprisingly important role in military history. From early gallery rifles to specialized training pistols and conversion kits, armed forces worldwide embraced the inexpensive round for marksmanship training. Its story spans generations of innovative firearms, wartime necessity, and practical military training solutions.
Tale of two Fighting Knives
In Civil War Texas, the fighting knife was more than a weapon—it was an everyday tool carried into war. Through two surviving knives connected to
Colt SAA Rimfire
The Colt Single Action Army is an American icon, but its rimfire variants tell a far less familiar story. Introduced as centerfire ammunition was taking
Bowie and Bolo Bayonets
From the classic Bowie to the distinctive Bolo, American military bayonets were designed to do far more than extend a rifle’s reach. Experiments with the
1911 Gallery Pistols
From early Springfield Armory experiments to Colt’s celebrated Ace and Service Model Ace, the story of the 1911 Gallery Pistol spans decades of innovation. Developed
Dr. Gatling’s Elixir to End Wars
The Gatling gun is often remembered as one of the earliest machine guns, but its original purpose may come as a surprise. Dr. Richard Gatling
Do You Have A Question About Your Gun? Has Your Gun Been Damaged by Water?
Send us your question, and one of our club members will try to help you. Please include your name and email address along with the question and any other information that might helpful. Also, send along a few pictures of your gun.
We will get back to you in a few days.
Things to do and not do:
- Oil, don’t clean unless you know how!
- Soak in oil to mitigate rust, Don’t sand, use steel wool.
- Do not take an historical piece and have it re-blued! (refinishing kills collectible value)
- Do not alter or shorten the stock or barrel, or change the actions in any way.
- Do bring it to our monthly meeting and get instructions from experts.
- Always make sure antiquities are clear of powder, projectiles and shells before transporting.
(if you are unsure, send a picture and your phone # we will have a person call you and walk you through the process.)
Guidance on Firearms That Have Been Exposed To Water
Guidance on Firearms That Have Been Submerged or Exposed To Extensive Amounts of Water How do you treat a firearm that has sat in flood waters or has been exposed to floodwaters for even a limited time? The Sporting Arms And Ammunitions Manufacturing Institute Inc. (SAAMI) has instructions