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Fightin' Iron: Origins of the .41-Caliber Revolver

Fightin' Iron: Origins of the .41-Caliber Revolver

The origins of today’s .41-caliber pistol are older than you think. Here's a look past...
The M1917 Enfield: America's WWI Workhorse

The M1917 Enfield: America's WWI Workhorse

Where the rubber meets the road, function matters a lot more than form. The M1917...
Fightin' Iron: General Robert Barrow's Type 14 Nambu

Fightin' Iron: General Robert Barrow's Type 14 Nambu

Some firearms stick in your memory, regardless of how useful they may (or may not)...
The Fightin' .45: Origins & History

The Fightin' .45: Origins & History

Our nation’s military and law enforcement relied on .45 caliber sidearms throughout history for its...
Fightin' Iron: Style & Function in Early Semi-Auto Pistols

Fightin' Iron: Style & Function in Early Semi-Auto Pistols

When it comes to combat, guns need only go bang and hit their mark; aesthetics...
Fightin' Dogs: Col. Rex Applegate and Deke

Fightin' Dogs: Col. Rex Applegate and Deke

As with the sword and the shield, the bond between a soldier and a dog...
The Elusive 3-Inch: Recreating Colt's Combat Python

The Elusive 3-Inch: Recreating Colt's Combat Python

Occasionally, custom-made firearms are even more prized than their original variants. Here's how Wiley Clapp's...
Fightin' Iron: The Origin of Semi-Auto Tactical Rifles

Fightin' Iron: The Origin of Semi-Auto Tactical Rifles

The versatility commonly seen in today’s semi-automatic firearms used by SWAT teams and civilians alike...
Coefficient of Cool: Appearance & Aesthetics in Gun Design

Coefficient of Cool: Appearance & Aesthetics in Gun Design

When it comes to firearms, looks may not be everything, but they add something.
Fightin' Iron: The Marine Corps Ka-Bar Knife

Fightin' Iron: The Marine Corps Ka-Bar Knife

Among U.S. Marines’ combat gear, the Ka-Bar is especially prized.
Glock Remains Top Choice for Law Enforcement Sidearm in 2018

Glock Remains Top Choice for Law Enforcement Sidearm in 2018

After the launch of the company's Gen 5 series of handguns, Glock continues to supply...
Shoot Twice: The Benefits of the 'Double-Tap'

Shoot Twice: The Benefits of the 'Double-Tap'

In a life-threatening encounter, firing two rounds can be more effective than one. Here are...
Fightin' Iron: A History of the Recoilless Rifle

Fightin' Iron: A History of the Recoilless Rifle

All U.S. military shoulder-fired, anti-materiel weapons need not kick like a mule, and the recoilless...
I Carry: Colt Wiley Clapp Commander 1911 in a Mitch Rosen ARG Holster

I Carry: Colt Wiley Clapp Commander 1911 in a Mitch Rosen ARG Holster

In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Colt Wiley Clapp...
The Machine Gun Man: Lt. Col. George Chinn

The Machine Gun Man: Lt. Col. George Chinn

If there were a Marine Corps small arms equivalent to “According to Hoyle,” it would...
Fightin' Iron: The Krag-Jørgensen Rifle

Fightin' Iron: The Krag-Jørgensen Rifle

Though its military-service life spanned slightly more than a decade, the Krag-Jørgensen rifle served as...
Fightin' Iron: CIA Operative Tony Poe

Fightin' Iron: CIA Operative Tony Poe

If anyone ever deserved the wallet from the film “Pulp Fiction,” it would be Tony...
4 Frontier Revolvers That Won the West

4 Frontier Revolvers That Won the West

While Sam Colt has been credited for making men equal, his popular Peacemaker was but...
'Jelly' Bryce: FBI Gunfighter

'Jelly' Bryce: FBI Gunfighter

From his reputation as a dapper dresser, to his impressive marksmanship and fast-draw skills, Jacob...
Fightin' Iron: Adrian Carton de Wiart

Fightin' Iron: Adrian Carton de Wiart

Sometimes you come across a warrior so tough, even superlatives don’t do justice. Adrian Carton...
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