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I recall someone once made & sold a plug to fill the hole in the frame of ILS-equipped S&Ws, should the owner decide to remove the lock. Does anyone know of a current source for such a plug? I was given a newer M629, and would like to "fix" the "manufacturing defect." Thanks for any and all help!

I picked up one of these .44 mag snubs at Academy during the Black Friday sale, last year. The $260 price tag was irresistable .... It's actually turned into a decent shootin' iron with .44 Specials (the magnums, not so much fun; I'll leave them to my Ruger Alaskan). My question: This...

I just received a letter from the ACLU, seeking a contribution to support legal action against the federal government's detaining of suspected terrorists. Now, I actually think the government should adhere to due process when detaining or arresting anyone. However, in light of the ACLU's...

Sorry if this has been covered; I can't seem to get the search feature to work, right now. At a couple of recent shows, I've seen NIB High Standard .38 Special snubbies; reminiscent of the old Colt Agent (except in all-steel); 6-round cylinders, very short grip frames, shrouded barrels, etc...

I see Ghost Town in the Sky has reopened; I have some fond childhood memories of that place, and plan to vacation in Maggie Valley later this month.:D Does Ghost Town post against (or otherwise prohibit) CWP holders carrying concealed in the amusement park?:confused: Ya know, considering...

I picked up a used, but apparently well cared-for, 870 Wingmaster (serial # T48xxxxV). It has a plain (no rib) barrel, 28", marked "2-3/4" chamber" and "Full Choke." I actually have two questions: 1) While I'll happily limit myself to 2-3/4" shells (wuss that I am :o), would a replacement...

Going through my late father's old footlocker, I made a neat find; an old cigar box containing some photos of Dad in Europe, during WWII. And . . . a "Certificate" on some very yellowed paper. It reads as follows: "19 Sept 1945 1. I certify that I have personally examined the items of...

Okay, to start, i am not an "AK-aholic." My preference is for forged steel and straight-grained hardwood (preferably walnut). I am of the opinion that most weapons designed after the WW II era are soulless, stamped-out excuses for proper marksmanship. Just my opinion, as a card-carryin'...

The answer to this is probably written in a statute somewhere, but I'm "research-challenged" . . . :confused: OK, here's my question: WHEREAS a weapon of handgun (probably should say "tradtional" handgun) size must have rifling in the bore to avoid any unnecessary legal "whole loops" (I...

I started to post this on the Handguns: Revolver forum, but figured this would be more appropriate. I am in possession of a First Model Colt Cobra revolver. The serial number is 113xxx. Unfortunately, the original stocks are "missing in action" (it's fitted with a charming old set of Jay...

I have an old-style Colt Cobra (skinny barrel, no ejector rod shroud), with 2 problems; 1) The timing is off; the hand doesn't rotate the cylinder completely to lock-up, unless I either thumb-cock it for single-action fire, or use a "2-stage" DA pull, allowing inertia to index the cylinder...

Okay, I decided I have all the firearms I'll ever need for hunting, CCW, and target shooting. So, naturally, I was looking for something I just plain wanted! I found it . . . er . . . them. A pair of old top-break S&Ws in a wooden case (definitely NOT any type of factory or special cased set...

I searched THR and archived TFL threads, and a couple of other sites, but came up dry. I'm hoping one of the more knowledgeable members can either provide some info or point me toward a good site. A friend showed me a rifle and wanted to know some basic info. Year of mfg (OK, later in this...

A friend recently showed me some handguns; I know a little about them, but I'm sure some of y'all (hey, I am from SC, ya know) can provide additional details. OK, here are the revolvers in question: H&R Trapper .22 LR double-action; 7-shot cylinder, 6" octagonal barrel, checkered wood...

A friend showed me some old handguns and a shotgun he inherited some time ago. I'll be posting elsewhere re: the handguns, but could also use any background available re: the shotgun. It's a Remington 12 gauge semi-auto, with a squared "Browning-style" receiver. It's marked "Rem-UMC...

If this has come up before (quite likely . . .) I apologize. I tried a quick search, but may have overlooked something. I have an SKS "Cowboy's Companion" carbine, purchased several years ago, that has a small rail mounted on the left side of the receiver. Someone once told me it was for use...

I am about ready to replace the recoil spring (okay, springs) of my Ultra Carry CDP (I've ordered & received a set from Wolff). I just need to know if there are any special techniques or "tricks" that will facilitate disassembly/reassembly of the recoil spring assembly?:confused: Thanks...

Or any member with the reference sources readily available. :) I recently succumbed to temptation :uhoh: and purchased that most useless of implements (my opinion), a .32 S&W Long revolver. :scrutiny: NOT for serious use; I found an orphaned S&W model 1903 (blued steel, good condition)...

I have a Kimber Ultra CDP, that would be my regular concealed carry choice, but for one annoying glitch; once or twice per box of ammo, the slide locks open prematurely. This may occur after fiting the first round, or near the bottom of the mag. It's occurred with different brands of ammo (PMC...

I have a different sort of "legal" question; hope it's not too silly . . . SITUATION: I may be traveling (driving) to Alexandria, VA sometime soon. I know it's "across the line," but an atlas identifies Alexandria as part of the District of Columbia metro area. MY QUESTION: Do the...