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The Return of the Pistol-Caliber Carbine

Posted on 2 September 2019

Pistol-caliber carbines are popular now, once more illustrating that what’s old is new again. I have always had an affinity for pistol-caliber carbines, specifically the lever actions. Back in the 1970s, I bought a Marlin Model 1894 in .44 Mag. and set … Continue reading →

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New Sheriff Jim Wilson Documentary Now Live on Amazon Prime

Posted on 19 April 2019

Nighthawk Custom presents a Panteo Productions documentary: Up Close With: Sheriff Jim Wilson. With gunwriter and Sheriff Jim’s friend and colleague Richard Mann jamming with the man himself.

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Frank Hamer’s Sweetwater Fight: Lessons Learned

Posted on 20 November 2017

Frank Hamer was not afraid to wade into trouble, but occasionally learned a hard lesson doing so. Such was the case at Sweetwater, TX. Texas Ranger Frank Hamer is best known for helping to end the careers of Clyde Barrow … Continue reading →

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Mossman Sesquicentennial Guitar

Posted on 16 April 2017

Mossman guitars were first built by Stuart Mossman, in Winfield, Kansas, from 1968 to 1984. Mossman was a stickler for using the best materials and the best construction methods for these custom guitars. He had nothing but disdain for the … Continue reading →

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