Notwithstanding the fact that each firearm action is very different, and that not all firearms have the same parts, most of them share a lot of mechanical common ground.This short post will cover all … read more

Carcano rifles were in official service for more than 100 years. The first Carcano, the Model 1891 (AKA M91 Carcano) was developed by Salvatore Carcano at the Torino Army Arsenal. It was in service un … read more

Guns, like cars and other machines, have a lot of moving parts.Movement creates friction, friction creates wear, and wear results in failure.Consequently, these gun parts will break down, or fatigue, … read more

Since the nomenclature “M1” appears in the names of both the M1 bayonet and M1 Garand, there might be a little bit of confusion around the term.So, if you’re looking for a bayonet for your Garand, her … read more

Considering a home build project? Just want to learn more about firearm parts and terminology?This guide has you covered with some of the top questions and answers about pistol frames.What Is the Diff … read more