August 2, 1876, Nuttal & Mann’s Saloon No. 10, Deadwood, Dakota Territory. A tall, long-haired, well-dressed man lay dead on the floor next to a blood-splattered gambling table. Only a moment before he and his companions had been playing poker. Continue reading “Wild Bill’s Revolvers”
Master List of State-Issued Pistols
While it’s hard for some of the younger folks to imagine now, there was a time in the early days of the internet when serious “gun guys” didn’t have many places to go in cyberspace for quality information and discussion on firearms and related topics.1 Continue reading “Master List of State-Issued Pistols”
The Day Politics Started a Gunfight Between the Police and Sheriff’s Departments in Hot Springs
Members of the Police Department and the Sheriff’s Department shot and killed each other on the main drag of this resort town, in this crazy episode from the late -19th Century. Continue reading “The Day Politics Started a Gunfight Between the Police and Sheriff’s Departments in Hot Springs”
Colt’s New Blue Python
The Colt Python has a special kind of gravitas that resonates with many people. It’s revered for its capabilities as a competition gun and a defensive weapon, for hunting, and for sheer enjoyment as a recreational shooter. My generation of peace officers almost universally regarded it as the “Cadillac” of duty revolvers. Continue reading “Colt’s New Blue Python”
The Last Voice I Hear
EDITOR’S NOTE:
RevolverGuy is exceptionally proud to present Mr. Mike Hipple, and his firsthand account of the first Leatherslap contest. Continue reading “The Last Voice I Hear”
Routine Cleaning and Lubrication
I know cleaning guns is supposed to be one of those chores that shooters hate to do, but I’ve always enjoyed it. Maybe I’m an exception, but I’ve always found a great amount of satisfaction in getting my guns cleaned, lubricated, and ready for work. Continue reading “Routine Cleaning and Lubrication”
.22 Flat Points
As a card-carrying member of what Michael Bane refers to as “Gun Culture 1.0,” I started my shooting days with the .22 Long Rifle. Continue reading “.22 Flat Points”
Sawmill South Carolina Snub Roundup Reminder
The American Fighting Revolver gang has posted an informational video update about the upcoming Sawmill South Carolina Snub Roundup that you can watch here on their Rumble account.
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Frontier Serial Killers
At the turn of the Eighteenth Century, America, as a nation, was in its infancy and still largely unexplored, though the Lewis and Clark Expedition would soon shed much light on what lay out there across the wide continent. Continue reading “Frontier Serial Killers”
The Lipsey’s – Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry J-Frames, Part III
Part III—Shooting the Lipsey’s – Smith & Wesson “Ultimate Carry” J-Frames.
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