Recent content by FLRon

As an owner of a Fulton Armory M1 Carbine, I can attest to the quality workmanship and professional service offered by Fulton Armory. I would also consider using the Criterion barrel, as it is considerably less expensive than the Kreiger. while still offering excellent quality.

You can count me as a fan of the .38. Of all the firearms I have at my disposal, my S&W 442 is the most carried firearm I own. Just when I thought I had obtained every firearm I desired, this Smith & Wesson Model 10 fell into my lap and I quickly purchased it last week. While I will...

How about a little Colt love... :) The Detective Special II w/3" barrel

I have carried a S&W 442 in a Nemesis for several years with no mishaps. If I know I am working/doing something physical, I prefer a OWB holster with a thumb-break or even a SERPA. I know the consensus is negative about a Blackhawk SERPA, but I personally find the safety of having the weapon...

Being a city boy, i have no experience personally. However, I had someone tell me just recently to feel free to take a shot at the body and when the head turns around and comes back to see what has happened, take a head shot. Can any of those familiar with snake hunting comment on this...

To add my 2 cents... 2.5" Diamondbacks are nice finds and somewhat less common than the other Diamondbacks. Their value will remain quite high and no doubt increase, as they aren't making any more of them. They are pricing well North of $1,000 right now, with LNIB and NIB models in the $2,000. -...

Ron, your M1a stock is stunning. Great job!

Thank you for all that you have taught and helped us. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Winchester 94 Short, manufactured by Miroku.

I must agree that sadly there are fewer and fewer qualified gunsmiths that are capable of repairing these older Colts. That is why I personally prefer "like new" used Colt revolvers when I make a purchase. Of course you can choose to limit the amount of magnum loads you fire, if you prefer to...

Just my 2 cents... I would definitely at least look at a Colt Python. There are many available in "like new" condition and you will have a truly fine collectible to enjoy for generations to come. Whatever you pay, they will be worth more as time passes.

This morning I had a real honor of inviting one of my neighbors, Mr. Nat Gozansky, a 97 year old veteran of WWII who served with Merrill's Marauders to my office to take a look at my M1 Carbine. Nat had not held an M1 Carbine since the war and he was so excited to get his hands on one. He gave...

I have to agree PTM. When you combine a love of American history with an appreciation and enjoyment of firearms, be it collecting, plinking, or competitive shooting, it just is so enjoyable to own these American firearm masterpieces. I'm awaiting delivery of some .30 cal carbine ammo and look...

M1 Carbines are not overly complex. You can buy new, original USGI parts for very cheap. For instance, at Ozark Surplus, a new USGI extractor is $10. and a new extractor spring and plunger will set you back $4. http://www.ozarksurplus.com/M1-Carbine_c3.htm?page=all While you are...

Thank you all for the kind remarks. I agree that there is something special about steel and wood firearms. As to your question, Fulton Armory offers four options of the M1 Carbine. Service, CMP Match, M3 Scout and M1A1 Paratrooper. The difference between the Service model, which is the one...