Patrick Sweeney

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Patrick Sweeney is the author of many of Gun Digest books' best-selling titles, including Gun Digest Book of the 1911, Vols. I & II; Gun Digest Big Fat Book of the .45 ACP, Gun Digest Book of the AR-15, Gun Digest Book of the AK and SKS, Gun Digest Book of the Glock and Gunsmithing: Pistols and Revolvers, among other titles. A master gunsmith, Patrick is also Handguns Editor for Guns & Ammo magazine.

A History of The 1911

We take a deeper look at the history of the 1911, tracking its journey from the mind of John Browning to its place today as the most iconic American handgun ever made.

On The Range With An ICORE S&W M-28

We go over a custom Smith & Wesson Model 28 revolver built for ICORE. She ain’t pretty, but she can still shoot.

IWI Carmel Review: Sweet & Salty

The IWI Carmel is a non-AR rifle that’s worthy of careful consideration.

Hardware Talk: Otis M4 Sight Adjustment Tool

We take a quick look at the M4 Sight Adjustment Tool, or M4SAT, from Otis Technology.

Building A Lightweight Lead-Slinger With Bravo Company

We put together a lightweight AR build that’s designed to be used hard with some help from Bravo Company USA.

Hardware Talk: Real Avid Smart Torq Wrench

A quick look at Real Avid’s Smart Torq wrench, a must-have tool for every DIY gunroom bench.

Hardware Talk: Midwest Industries Receiver Block

For anyone who enjoys working on their AR-15s without marring the finish, the Midwest Industries Lower Receiver Block is a great tool to have.

Battle Of The Big-Bore AR-15s

When too much still isn’t enough, it may be time to consider a big-bore AR-15.