Credit Card Alert!!
We normally don’t cover this type of issue because the site is not a political forum, but I think all of you should be aware of what you are supporting. Citi Merchant Services and First Data Corporation have decided not to work with gun dealers, manufacturers and distributors with gun sales that are not face to face. As you well know this is not a violation of the law as Citi has claimed, but is legal by sending guns to licensed dealers who then preform background checks on those who wish to purchase. This decision was handed down from...
read moreBest Caliber Handgun
There are several questions that come up often enough to make it to the article’s section of the website. One of those that gets tossed around on the internet forums always concerns the best caliber available for a handgun. It is normally framed around the question of using a handgun for Concealed Carry. For Concealed Carry, we advocate using the cartridge that you are most comfortable shooting. However, if you are looking for your first large caliber (not 22lr) you should look at any of the major entries in 9mm. While it may or may not...
read moreSig 250
By this time you have probably heard about Sig Sauer’s latest entry into the handgun market. If you have not, it is a customizable weapon that can have the grip thickness changed to fit each hand, and it can also be transformed from 9mm, 357 sig, 40 S&W and 45 ACP. Sig’s promotion centers around the 250’s versatility. They speak of using the same gun on different missions, and the various ways that it will impact the concealed weapons crowd, but one has to wonder how practical these features really are. In most shops...
read moreLaw Enforcement Rewards Offer
Mossy Creek Custom has always tried to serve the law enforcement and military communities well. This goes back to my days in a very limited law enforcement role. In return, we are offering a dealt this January for any full-time police officer or deputy. The first 4 that contact us by email can purchase a gun of their choice for $25 over cost of the gun and shipping. Check out our Law Enforcement page for more info.
read moreFinding a Good Shop
Finding a good shop can be hard to do. One of the shops that really influenced our business was Bill’s Guns in Gretna, VA. As it happened his shop was recommended by a friend who had dealt with him for years. When you go into Bill’s you are greeted by some of the nicest people you will ever hope to meet. They understand customer service, have competitive prices, and will work tirelessly to find any gun you need. As a matter of fact, Bill is the only person who ever took me out to dinner after I bought a gun from him. In a...
read moreThe End of Deer Season
In many places deer season has already ended, or will end soon. There are several things that you can do to make sure that you have a great and successful hunting season next year. First, if you hunted with a muzzle loader be sure that you unload it at your range by firing it one last time. Although many people will, don’t leave it loaded over the off season. It is too easy to forget and double charge it. Before you put it up for the season, make sure you clean it well. We gunsmiths love to see you coming in with a stuck plug....
read moreHard to Believe
It is still hard to believe that the gun industry is missing Winchester firearms. I was recently doing an inspection on a Model 94 (post 64), and it made me so sad to know that my children will grow up without the ability to buy one of these guns. I know there are still many around , but they will become collectible in a few years. In the last month I have had two different people bring them to the shop for repair and maintenance. If you have one, make sure you keep it to pass down to the children. If you are looking now is a great time to...
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