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We used to have a proper enemy and life was simple. Some AK goodness based on my experience.

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Something old and worn, something new and shining.

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Heading into Indian country… wish me luck.
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Finally got my hands on the Mk22 Hush Puppy barrel from @gregs_grips and after a little finagling, it fits and functions perfectly! All I need now is a XM177E1…
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#hushpuppy #mk22 #smithandwesson #vietnamwar #heyheylbj

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While I’m partial to shorter barreled revolvers, this S&W 6.5” barreled Transition 38-44 Heavy Duty is one of my favorites. It’s got the look of a gun the spent at least part of its life doing “gun” things. It’s got some bumps and bruises, along with some holster wear.

What really sets it apart from some of my others is how long it took for me to find it. The exact number of 6.5” barreled Transition 38-44 HD’s is not known, but the authority on everything 38-44 says it’s less than 100. That makes finding one somewhat difficult. To say that I was thrilled to finally add one to my pile is an understatement. I’ve been its caretaker for about 10 or 12 years and I haven’t seen another come up for sale. I’m usually much more picky when it comes to condition but when they are this uncommon, condition doesn’t matter to me.

This gun shipped to Kagen’s Company in Reading PA on March 21, 1947 for less than I paid to have it shipped to my FFL! It’s a great gun and it shoots extremely well, even though Heavy Dutys don’t have an adjustable rear sight. It looks somewhat strange to have a long barrel revolver without and adjustable target style rear sight, but that is what makes these HD’s so tough. They really were built to be a hard working gun.

Happy 38 Thursday!

#38thursday #smithandwesson #3844 #heavyduty #1947

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One more trip around the sun.
Blanton’s courtesy of my friend @65ponti

Guns and Grub feast: 20 ounce NY Strip Steaks topped with caramelized onions, sautéed baby portobello mushrooms, and cheddar cheese, grilled corn on the cob, and baked potatoes. All washed down with some Yuengling Lagers.

Protected with one of my favorite model Smith & Wessons, a blued 3.5” Pre Model 27.
This one shipped in September 1951.

Protection needed because the dogs took the night off.

#bourbon #nystripsteak #fatkidhappy #dogs #smithandwesson

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From the bunker tonight after cutting some grass is the MAC IX from @sds_arms @milarmamentcorp with the new extended SD handguard kit. Tucked in nicely with that is a @yhmachineco R9 suppressor. Thanks again @okayest_shooter for getting this out to me. Y’all have a great night.

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Winchester 1200 RIOT‼️
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#winchester #riot #12gauge #wood #oldbutgold

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The greatest gun ever made by @waltherarms — P99
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#waltherp99 #p99 #waltherarms #walther #germany

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What would Tuesday be without a ‘lil #twotone action. This Hoag Longslide was well loved by the previous owner. It had been shot a ton. There’s plenty of holster wear, the mainspring housing has some surface rust that just won’t quit, and the extractor broke after a few rounds. With all that being said, this beautiful, and well loved .45 is one of my favorites. After I got the extractor fixed (thanks to @kgb_customs). It is a wonderful example of the premier customs of its time. A one of a kind heirloom.

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Blitzing all up in the German back lines 🇬🇧
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#hellletloose #enfield #enfieldlove #british #hll

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Man’s Monday, hell yeah. There was a time when it was socially acceptable to be an actual man and save your shipmate from a shark🤣 War trophies will always be better than participation trophies, you can’t change my mind🫡

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A good caravan guard always carries a book and extra ammo.

#falloutnewvegas #caravan #militarysurplus #fallout #falloutnv

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