If that title made you laugh, it wasn’t supposed to. The M14 is one of the most maligned service rifles in American history, and for good reason. Don’t let its superficial similarity to the venerable M1 Garand throw you for a loop. The M14 was plagued by a long, long list of problems. Common issues […]
Everyone loves the M16 – it’s basically America’s Rifle (the AR-15) but adapted for military use – which, we suppose legitimately, actually makes it “America’s Rifle.” It’s also been in official service since 1964, making it officially the longest-standing service rifle in the history of our nation’s armed forces. But this is not a course
The Springfield M1903 is the rifle that largely defined American military service throughout the first half of the 20th Century. Powerful and reliable, the Springfield M1903 was a platform that was built to stand the test of time, and it has. It is still widely held in the hands of collectors, sport shooters, and civilians,
For countless individuals around the world, historical reenactment and living history events are a great way to get in touch with history. There are guilds and reenacting groups all around the United States and the world dedicated to preserving the memory of those that came, served, and sacrificed before us. There are all sorts of
Whether you own an AK47 (or some similar semi-automatic “variant” that is legal in your jurisdiction) or you’re simply looking for parts for a history enthusiast, you might have some interesting questions that can be tough to answer. Start here and get in touch with the firearms experts at SARCO, Inc. if you have any
The Luger Pistol, properly the Pistole Parabellum, named after Georg Luger who patented it, was produced from 1898 to 1949. Though it has seen official service in several countries, the Luger is most closely associated with the Germans, who carried these pistols through both World Wars. Though it has a reputation for gritty reliability, the
