Trying to compete with smaller, more compact pistols from Europe and America, the “Baby Nambu” was a scaled-down version of its two predecessors, the Grandpa and Papa Nambu pistols. We specialise in fine Antique Arms Including Flintlock and Percussion Pistols, Antique and Obsolete Calibre Revolvers, Blunderbusses, Military Muskets, Rifles, Swords, Edged Weapons and Militaria for the Collector or Investor. It's no surprise that the precision and engineering of these fantastic bolt action rifles are still widely admired by military collectors today. B. Wesson, the company initially released a series of firearms with self-contained projectile capabilities, which made percussive weapons obsolete.

With the current licensing system all Registered Firearms Dealers and shooters with a firearms certificate – criminals are of course excused – will have their weapons and ammunition logged both on their own paperwork and the police computers. Many early 20th-century rifles like the Springfield 1903 are still carried by hunters and shooters today, including thousands of sporterized examples, a testament to the character and craftsmanship of these timeless designs. In Oakland, California, analysts found that networks of just 1,000 to 1,200 high-risk people, about 0. For example, a Winchester 1873 lever-action rifle is regarded as one of the most valuable antique guns of the 19th century and can easily be sold for thousands of dollars. The Winchester company is best known for its series of repeating rifles, the most popular of which is the Winchester 1873 lever-action rifle, AKA the 'rifle that won the west.In 1956 Ian Fleming received a politely critical letter from a firearms hobbyist and expert named Geoffrey Boothroyd. Well there you have it, 10 things to keep in mind to help you build a collection that will be an investment rather than just a collection. Round size differences have an impact on how far the bullet goes, its trajectory, and how much force the bullet retains downrange.

The 1911 genre is wildly popular, and every great gun collection should contain at least one original 1911. A small collection then begins, and grows with the addition of one example of each model that was ever made by that manufacturer. Experts say violence is a kind of regressive tax, falling most heavily on the country’s poorest neighborhoods and most vulnerable people. Likewise, if an obsolete calibre firearm is altered to accept non-obsolete ammunition, then it is no longer an obsolete calibre firearm and will require a Firearms Certificate – in the case of handguns its altered status may lead it to be classed as a prohibited weapon.But the value of a given type of gun also depends on personal preference, and there is a lot of interest in and competition around rare versions of firearms within both emerging and established specializations. The biggest legal obstacle to investing in vintage guns are varying laws and regulations regarding firearms ownership, possession, and transfer.

For books sent within the UK, there will be no extra charge for books up to 2kg which are sent by Royal Mail. If you’re looking to customize your rifle, you can start with this affordable but reliable upper from PSA. But all those ultra-rare airgunsthat cost them a king’s ransom will have just plummeted in value as they find out their new best friend has exactly the same guns already. When collecting your gun please provide a valid form of identification and your Shotgun Certificate.In Chicago, analysts working with police department data found that, over a six-year period, 70% of non-fatal shootings and 46% of gun homicides happened within a sprawling social network that included just 6% of Chicago’s total population. From James Stewart's Winchester '73 movie to Paramount's recent 1883 series, the rugged rifle remains one of the most well-known guns of Hollywood, and its real-life history is even more enduring. From the Mosin Nagant, the Walther G41, the Kar98k, the Mauser 98, the British Lee-Enfield, and more. Articles and tips on gun collecting, from antique firearms to the latest guns for long-term investment.