How was the Civil War .58 Springfield rifle reloaded? I understand that it was a percussion-cap rifle rather than a flintlock, and that it fired a muzzle-loaded minie ball. But what was the reloading process? What did the ammunition look like? There was no metal cartridge involved? How long did it take to reload and fire one of those things? Thanks, from a firearms n00b!
posted on Oct 22, 2007 - 8 answers

Is it legal for my neighbors to shoot in their yard, in a suburb of Philadelphia? [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2007 - 14 answers

What Are The Logistical Challenges of Carrying a Concealed Firearm On A Daily Basis? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2007 - 27 answers

Where can one find good statistics on the use of firearms by police officers in the line of duty for the States? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2007 - 6 answers

Gun ownership/manufacture in a philosophical sense? [more inside]
posted on Nov 2, 2006 - 27 answers

If someone walks into my classroom (filled with students) wielding a gun, what should I do? I have recieved no training or input in this area, and while I cannot imagine it ever happening at my school, if it ever does happen, I'd like to make sure myself and my children see the event through safely.
posted on Oct 9, 2006 - 33 answers

What is the origin of the phrase "to shoot the shit?"
posted on Apr 28, 2006 - 7 answers

IDPAFilter: Are there any Philadelphia mefites who shoot in the IDPA? Are there any IDPA clubs that are reachable via SEPTA? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2005 - 4 answers

What sort of guns (by model) were issued to United States soldiers in the first world war? Smaller guns in particular.
posted on Apr 26, 2005 - 10 answers

The decision is made, and a Ruger Blackhawk .44 mag pistol I will buy. But, is the longer barrel better? [more inside]
posted on Mar 17, 2005 - 16 answers