NRA-ILA :: National Right-to-Carry Bill Under Attack.

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We have had some very rare weapons in the shop lately and thought we would show everyone what we have been up to.  The first is a 1967 Colt Marine Tribute 1911 that was brought in for show and tell more than anything.  This was a beautiful pistol from the Colt Custom Shop which was ordered through the mail more than 40 years ago.  Yes, I said the mail.  The ATF and all the hassles we put up with like back ground checks did not exist until 1968.  That meant all you had to do was put money in the mail and the firearm you ordered would be delivered by the U.S. Postal Service.  We just gain more liberties each year don’t we!

The Side by Side shotgun really is not a rare weapon.  It looks like a beautiful old shotgun though and that is the main reason I am posting it.  The shotgun is a Kassnar Churchill in 16Ga. made from parts from Spain to Japan and assembled in the U.S..  These shotguns look great on the outside but that is about it.  Internally they are a disaster and that is why it ended up with us here at LMG.  We are more than happy to repair anything but we hate telling the owners the firearm is only worth a half ,or one-third of what they paid for it.  When purchasing a firearm please educate yourself or call us for assistance.  Always remember you get what you pay for.

The pistol with feeding problems is a very rare find.  This is a FI Model D with the serial numbers starting with CPA, which means it was extended to be a Colt product.  This pistol was to be the new Colt Pony in .380 then the project was snuffed but production had already started.  Iver Johnson purchased the design and manufactured parts, and then set up the FIREARMS INTERNATIONAL CORP.  FI produced the Model D but only 100 of them had serial numbers starting with CPA.  The rarity has not yet found a big collector value but one day it will like all other rare stories.  There was a reason this design was scrapped and that’s why we have it here at LMG.  As you can see it has severe feeding problems that by the book fixes aren’t solving.  I have corrected all the problems without altering the pistol but the extractor, so we are going to try a different extractor later this week.  This should fix the design but trying to keep the pistol original for collector value has been a challenge.  Once corrected we will have a follow-up post.

This is the Parker Brothers Trojan again but there are some pics. of the internals, which may be rarer than the shotgun.  There is plenty of info on this shotgun in a previous post but the internal shots were not.  I do not recommend opening up a very rare weapon like this unless you know what you are doing.  If you have no idea what you are doing  the  value of the weapon could go down with every screw you remove.  Most firearms have small slotted flathead screws that like to strip without the proper tools, so please contact your local Gunsmith or us for any questions you may have.

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This is a Parker Brothers Trojan Side by Side it was introduced in 1912-1913 as a utility gun.  There were only 33,000 made and are rarely found in this condition, because they were an inexpensive utility gun for their time.  This particular shotgun came into LMG for a malfunction and overall inspection.  Upon arrival we did not make a big deal about it because there are so many reproductions and copies of this particular manufacture.  When I began work the first thing I did was to remove the barrels from the receiver or pivot.  This allowed me to uncover Hallmarks which were used back in the day to show proof of manufacture, or “a stamp of approval.”   These markings allowed me to verify this was the holly grail of farmer’s shotguns, and I began researching this particular model.  I did verify it is the Trojan by Parker Brothers and in my opinion it is at least in 90%  of its original condition, and worth $4000.   My point to this post is to reinforce what I always say, just because you can’t put a flashlight, can opener, and an Icee machine on it doesn’t mean it is worthless.  As our older family members leave us make sure you know what was passed on to us before you pawn it off, or take it into the woods to expose to the elements.

NRA-ILA :: Ohio and Louisiana Agree to Right-to-Carry Permit Reciprocity.

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Weatherby Vanguard brought into fine tune trigger for the hunting season.  As the big hunting season is almost upon us make sure your rifles and shotguns are ready for the field.  Imagine that you have that big trophy in your sights you steady your breathing and pull the trigger.  Nothing happens because there is debry in the firing pin, or your action.  Make sure your field weapon is ready by doing routine maintenance described in the owner’s manual or bring it in to us for an inspection.  If your weapon is ready to go you can also bring it in to us after the big hunt.  We can strip clean the weapon and prepare it for storage.  Then you will not have to worry about your weapon being ready to go next year.

This classic .22LR  pistol was brought in for service and I thought this was a great conversation piece.  This model was developed during WW II as a training pistol for the Colt model 1911 .45ACP.  This particular model was manufactured for the civilian market like many that you may see were.  As our Grandparents/Great Grandparents leave us and the family is going through their belongings.  If you happen to find a pistol like this and it is marked U.S. on the barrel or HD please do not pawn it off for a few dollars.  There are many examples like this that people think have little value  because you can’t put a flashlight, and an Icee maker on it.  If you need help going through a relatives firearms for liquidation please contact us so that every firearm is properly identified, and valued.  Certain models of these firearms can fetch up to $6000 so please don’t assume it was Grand Dads plinker.

 

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We are now offering Mega Arms receivers for your next AR15/10 build.  These are billet receivers made with 7075-T6 Aluminum.  The lug angle has been altered on the shell deflector for more effectiveness.  Upper receiver has been redesigned to incorporate increased wall thickness for added strength.  On the lower receiver the magwell has an  enlarged bottom flare and inner chamber for easier magazine insertion.  Where the buttstock attaches it was fortified for added strength in high power applications.  The trigger guard was integrated for better function and strength.  These receivers match up better than any receiver we have used yet and they have a built-in adjustment screw if they are off slightly.  This screw is built-in under the grip, and this allows you to take up any slack to provide the best shooting platform.  We would love to help you start your next project or your first project, so please contact us for further information.

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Many of us try to save a few bucks by shooting this cheap steel casing ammo.  This is fine but I advise only shooting European Mil-Spes weapons with this ammo.  If you use this ammo with your nice(expensive) weapon I would advise you to stop.  This post will now join the thousands like it.  This $12 box of ammo cost this client a repair bill, and he is lucky it didn’t cost him a hand.  This was not a firearm malfunction it was the ammo and do you think a company in Siberia is going to pay the bill.  The bulge in the case had so much pressure behind it that it made a perfect impression in the breach face of the chamber.  We were able to repair the barrel so that it will function in a safe manner, which is not always the case.  Sorry I do not have Pics. of the weapon.  This was a duty weapon so by the time the slide went on the frame it was out the door.  Also think about that, how many of you use this ammo in your carry weapon.  This is not the ammunition you want to bet your life on.

NOTE: Some of the damage around the primer area were caused during removal.

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Savage 93 brought in for upgrades.  Most Savage rifles come factory direct with great accuracy, but lack in looks.  Along with the client we chose to fit a Boyd’s SS Evolution stock along with a few other changes.  Those were to fit a metal trigger guard and magazine plate with a blue finish to the rifle and stock.  These changes gave the rifle a great look that also provides a more comfortable shooting platform.