The number of accessories available today for your Glock pistol is simply unbelievable.  If you can imagine it for your Glock it probably exists.  One of the things that has become more popular than ever is the idea of replacement frames.  CCF Raceframes from Richmond, VA makes an aluminum frame and a stainless steel that add a new dimension to shooting the Glock. The aluminum frame is IDPA compliant for the Enhanced Service Pistol category. ...

Recently we were asked to build a kit gun for a school project.  Yes,  I know.  Hard to believe.  A local high school is teaching history by having students recreate it.  Options included a Kentucky Long Rifle, a pistol or a period correct knife. Two students that I go to church with asked for my help.  One is building the Kentucky Rifle from a Traditions Performance Kit.  The other is building a Confederate Bowie knife from Dixie Gun Works. ...

Maintenance for your firearms is crucial if you carry them daily.  We have all gotten a little spoiled with Glocks that can withstand thousands of rounds in torture tests without a malfunction, but the reality is if you have to trust a firearm for your profession or CCW, you had better keep them clean. I was reminded of this because a good friend brought over a Kel-Tec that would not extract a live round.  The slide would only move about...

The other day we had the opportunity to speak with Hamilton Bowen of Bowen Classic Arms (BCA), one of the top 100 pistolsmiths according to American Handgunner magazine.  His company specializes in all things revolver and offers some amazing packages for your Smith and Wesson or Ruger revolvers.  One of the things that you will appreciate is his friendly staff.  They simply treat you like you are a real person. Since wheelguns have become a...

As a follow up to yesterday’s post, I wanted to mention what we use in the shop.  For general purposes we use Break Free CLP.  It can be used as a cleaner, lube and protector.  We find it to be mild smelling and does a great job.  If you are thinking about something to have that does it all, try the break free. For storage purposes and the like we always have some Rem Oil around.  It can be sprayed on and the excess wiped off with a soft...

Since we showed you how to put on a grip extension for your Glock, we thought it might be helpful if we gave you a little insight on which extension we prefer.  We mentioned that you can use Glock, Pearce or Scherer extensions. Glock factory extensions are fine if you can find them.  They are well made and look good on the mag.  The one complaint we get is that they don’t have any serrations.  You can buy these mags with the extensions...