DOJ Sues Denver Over Unconstitutional Weapons Bans

Colorado was once a red state (i.e., Republican), but Democrat liberals have moved into this state and now are inflicting their ideology on the people there.

The Second Amendment rights of Colorado's citizens are under attack. Now, the Denver city council is trying to ban so-called assault weapons and now are being sued by the Trump Department of Justice.

From Justice.gov:

Today, the Justice Department filed suit against the City of Denver, Colorado alleging that the City unconstitutionally bans certain constitutionally protected semi-automatic rifles. These laws unconstitutionally infringe on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms in common use for lawful purposes.

As the complaint explains, the City enforces an ordinance that makes it a crime to possess so-called “assault weapons.” But that the City’s ban includes AR-15-style rifles, which are the most popular rifles in America. Law-abiding Americans own tens of millions of rifles like those banned by the City.  

“The Constitution is not a suggestion and the Second Amendment is not a second-class right,” said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. “Denver's ban on commonly owned semi-automatic rifles directly violates the right to bear arms. This Department of Justice will vigorously defend the liberties of law-abiding citizens nationwide.”

To read more, go here. 

The Searchers | Texas Rangers Hold Off a Charge

After a massacre at the Aaron Edwards ranch, a group of fellow settlers deputized as Texas Rangers head out to rescue the nieces of Ethan Edwards (John Wayne) led by Captain Samuel Clayon (Ward Bond). 

In this clip, the group is surrounded by Chief Scar's (Henry Brandon) braves. 

This is my favorite John Ford (director) and John Wayne movie. I met three of the actors in this movie: Henry Brandon, Hank Worden and Patrick Wayne. 

The movie takes place three years after the Civil War. Although a classic movie, there are some anachronistic firearms in the movie. See the Internet Movie Firearms Database.

Happy Sinko De Mayo!

 

15 Little-Known Facts About the Ruger 10/22

Above, my 1983 Ruger 10/22. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

One of the most successful guns ever made is the Ruger 10/22.

I bought one around 1984 after trying out a friend's and liked it. It is still being made, although some changes were made (some say "cheapened") with different versions.

MSN has posted a slideshow article of 15 little-known facts about the Ruger 10/22.

It begins with:

The Ruger 10/22 is one of those rifles that gets treated like it was always just “that handy little .22 everybody has.” That sells it short. The 10/22 was introduced in 1964, and over the decades it turned into one of the most successful rimfire rifles ever built. Ruger said in 2003 that more than 4 million had been produced by the rifle’s 40th anniversary, and later NRA coverage said sales had passed 6 million.

What makes the 10/22 interesting is that its success was not just about being cheap or familiar. The rifle won because several design ideas came together in a way that was unusually smart for a mass-market rimfire: the rotary magazine, the barrel attachment system, and the bolt setup all helped make it compact, reliable, and easy to build. American Rifleman flat-out says the “magic” of the 10/22 comes from three creative innovations: the barrel block, the rotary magazine, and the anti-bounce bolt.

To read more, go here. 

Firearms That Proved They Could Last

Above, my Winchester 94 and Ruger 10/22. Both rifles made the list. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Some firearms come and go. The ones that stay over decades are the ones that were well designed and proven themselves reliable.  

The Avid Outdoorsman posted an article on firearms that proved they could last. I definitely two on the list and one that is a different version.

The article begins with:

Some guns earn attention because they are new, loud, expensive, or covered in features. Others earn it the slower way. They get carried, hunted with, left in trucks, passed through families, rebuilt, refinished, and kept working long after the next big thing has come and gone.

That kind of staying power is hard to fake. A firearm can look good in a catalog and still fall apart under real use. The ones below proved themselves by sticking around, showing up in the field, and giving owners fewer reasons to replace them than the market expected.

To read more, go here. 

Durango Train Summer Season Has Started

Above, with the Animas River below, the Durango train is at High Line. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Although we just entered into the month of May, it is summer train season for the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad of southwestern Colorado.

According to the official website, the season this year runs May 2 – November 1st, 2026.

I last rode the train to Silverton in 2022. I am thinking of either doing so again or ride aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. I haven't ridden on that one yet. Both are within a day's drive from home.]

Above, Jessica and I at the Bar D Chuckwagon show in 2022.

There are other things to do in Durango, such as taking in a barbecue show at the Bar D Chuckwagon. The food is good and there is much to see and do there.

Above, the Bar D Chuckwagon dinner show. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

For more information on riding the Silverton train, go here.

What Your Winchester Rifle Says About You!

What Your Winchester Rifle Says About You! video by Rifle Ready.

Summary:

The Winchester rifle you choose reveals more about your personality than you'd probably like to admit. From the Model 1866 Yellow Boy collector who owns white gloves and a magnifying glass, to the Model 1894 hunter who shows up to deer camp before dawn and shoots iron sights out of respect for the person who taught them — each Winchester tells a story about its owner. The Model 1892 crowd is living out a cowboy movie thanks to John Wayne and Hollywood, the pre-1964 Model 70 owners genuinely believe they're superior (and Carlos Hathcock's Vietnam service might prove them right), while post-64 Model 70 shooters are tired of the nostalgia and let their filled tags do the talking. The Model 1873 faithful are time travelers who'd trade Wi-Fi for a campfire, and the modern XPR buyer walked past every lever action in the store because they care about results, not romance. This video roasts every Winchester owner on the spectrum — and by the end, you're going to see yourself in one of them whether you want to or not.

Classic Rock Music Monday

The stuff that now passes as "music", particularly rock 'n roll, leaves me cold. So, to start off the week, here's a video of a classic rock artist.

To begin the week (and being the first for May), we have the pop group Mercy with their 1969 hit, "Love (Can Make You Happy)", which peaked at number two on the Billboard chart.

From Wikipedia:

Mercy is an American pop group from Florida. The group's 1969 single "Love (Can Make You Happy)", written by Jack Sigler, Jr., soared to No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, and also peaked at No. 2 on the Adult Contemporary chart."Love (Can Make You Happy)" was released in April and had sold over one million copies by July 15, earning a gold record from the R.I.A.A., although the group did not receive the award until October 2009.

The track was originally released on the small Tampa, Florida-based Sundi record label, at which time it was also included in the movie, Fireball Jungle. The B-side of the Sundi single was entitled "Fire Ball".

During the single's rapid rise in the charts, an album was released by a group calling themselves "The Mercy" (with a cover showing three female models, that included the Sundi recording, as well as several other songs that were not recorded by any of the original Mercy members.

The song was re-recorded on the Warner Brothers label, with the addition of new band members, and included on the Warner Brothers album, Love Can Make You Happy, which peaked at No. 38 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. Mercy had one other Billboard Hot 100 hit, the song "Forever", which reached No. 79 in June 1969.

The band is still touring with Sigler, the original lead vocalist and founder of the group. Mercy released their latest EP on iTunes in 2009.

 

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Gives Spirit Airlines Update

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy gives update after Spirit Airlines ceased operations.

We can thank the Biden Administration, then-Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Sen. Elizabeth "Pocahontas" Warren for this debacle by blocking of the merger of Spirit Airlines with Jet Blue Airlines.

Why Lever Action Rifles Still Win Hearts

Above, yours truly at the Winchester Arms Collectors Show
 in Cody, Wyoming last year. Photo by Mitch Geriminsky.

Lever-action rifles have seen a surge in popularity. 

This has been more pronounced following the COVID pandemic of six years ago. Ever since I bought my Winchester 94 in 2019, I have noticed not only the surge in popularity of lever-actions, but prices for them as well. 

MSN posted an article on why lever-action rifles are still winning hearts.

They begin with:

Lever action rifles blend history, practicality, and pure shooting joy. From the iconic Winchester 1894 to modern Henrys, they remain beloved for their speed, handling, and personal connection. Whether for hunting, collecting, or range fun, their charm endures beyond pure performance specs.

The enduring magic of lever guns

Lever action rifles have been trusted companions for well over a century, offering a fast, intuitive shooting experience that connects shooters to a rich history. Whether it’s the Winchester 1873’s role in taming the West or the Marlin 336’s place in countless deer camps, these rifles carry stories in every scratch and worn grip. Modern versions keep the tradition alive while adding refinements for today’s shooters.

To read more, go here. 

Wacky, Weird UFO Sites To Visit In the U.S.

Above, yours truly at the Roswell International UFO Museum in 2018.

Before he passed away last October, Russell Azbill and I regularly discussed all kinds of topics of the paranormal. Subjects ranged from ghosts, bigfoot and Unidentified Flying Objects. He personally saw the "Phoenix Lights" back in the 1990s.

I have been interested in UFOs since about high school. Eight years ago, my former roommate Jessica and I went down to Roswell, New Mexico for the annual Roswell UFO Festival. We both had a fun time.

Above, the 2018 Roswell UFO Festival. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

RV Travel, in today's newsletter, posted an article on weird, wacky UFO sites to visit. 

They begin it with:

As of November 2024, the Pentagon has analyzed 1,652 reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs). Of those, 757 were recorded between May 2023 and June 2024, with 21 still classified as unexplained. Even if you’re not a UFO enthusiast, this is certainly intriguing. It reminds me of the fascinating places you can visit and learn more about UFOs right here in the USA.

What is a UFO?

Unidentified flying objects (UFOs) are not new. The first alleged UFO sighting in the United States dates back to the 1890s! Since that time, there have been many, many reported sightings from Washington to Maine and New Mexico to Indiana, with places in between, as well.

A Gallup poll taken in 2021 found that four out of ten Americans believe that UFOs are alien spacecraft from other planets. Recent sentiment seems to indicate that the number is rising—especially given the latest news. No matter what your position may be, there are UFO sighting locations throughout the USA. Here are just two places to consider adding to your next RV trip.

To read more, go here. 

Senior RVing: Why I Am Not Giving Up RV life At 74

Above, yours truly at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument in Montana last summer.

Now that I am 72 (hard to believe, eh?), I noticed that the ol' body is not as agile as it used to be. Mentally, I feel just as good as ever, even though some things take a bit of prodding to remember something. That's why I do this blog. I am better at it now than when I started it in 2008. It is still fun for me to do.

Aging, if we're lucky, is one of those things everyone goes through. The main thing for seniors (people over 65, in my view) is to remain active. That includes traveling, especially by RV. I still enjoy mine. Already this year I attended a clampout in Prescott, Arizona with the Lost Dutchman Chapter of E Clampus vitus, and a few days after getting home, I went with a friend to Houston, Texas for the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits. 

Last summer, a friend and I took a long RV vacation and roamed around Utah, Wyoming, Montana, South Dakota and Colorado. Before heading out, I was unsure if I could handle the long drives. As it turned out, everything went just fine. Besides being fun, it was also educational.

RV Travel posted an article in today's newsletter on senior RVing. It starts with:

At 74, John of the Gone with John channel’s biggest fear about RV life isn’t a breakdown, bad weather, or money. It’s the day he might be told he’s done, and has to give up the road for good. That thought sits behind the whole message he shares in the video at the end of this post.

Perhaps you feel the same way. I know these thoughts have crossed my mind from time to time. For John, full-time RV living for seniors isn’t only about travel. It’s about staying part of life for as long as he can.

To read more, go here. 

Route 66 and Hollywood Movies & TV Shows

Above, Route 66 in Williams, Arizona. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

This year is the centennial of Historic Route 66.  

Fox 8 of Cleveland has posted an article on Route 66 and Hollywood focusing on movies and TV shows that captured the mystique of the road. 

It begins with:

(NEXSTAR) — It’s one of the U.S.’ most well-known roads — if not the most known — and one of few highways to capture America’s imagination across the little and big screens.

In honor of its 100th anniversary, here are some of the films and TV shows that have taken inspiration from Route 66, or even been filmed on parts of it.

To read more, go here. 

PSA Airlines Still Exists

Above, a PSA Airlines 727-200 jet. Wikipedia Photo.

Back in the 1970s, whenever I flew around California (usually for GOP state conventions) or to Las Vegas, Nevada, I often flew with PSA Airlines or Western Airlines. My first flight was with PSA Airlines from San Jose, California to LAX in 1974. 

I was using Google to read about PSA (short for Pacific Southwest Airlines) after reading about the current troubles with Spirit Airlines and found that the airline still exists.

Above, yours truly about to board a PSA Airlines plane in 1974. Photo by Max Bettman.

According to the AI-generated overviews: 

Does PSA Airlines still exist?

Yes, PSA Airlines still exists and is a major, growing regional airline operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group. It operates under the American Eagle brand, focusing on short-haul flights with a fleet of Bombardier CRJ jets, operating over 700 daily flights to nearly 100 destinations.  

PSA Airlines originally stands for Pacific Southwest Airlines, a prominent West Coast carrier founded in 1949 and known as "The World's Friendliest Airline". Today, PSA Airlines operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group, using the historic name to protect the trademark. 

 

Top 10 Most Accurate Rifles Ever Made

Top 10 Most Accurate Rifles Ever Made– #2 Definitely Will Shock You! video by Gun Junkies. 

Summary:

Accuracy separates a good rifle from a truly legendary one. In this video, we break down 10 of the most accurate rifles ever made, highlighting firearms that earned their reputation through precision, consistency, and real-world performance.

We explore the features that make these rifles stand out, including barrel quality, trigger design, action smoothness, stock stability, and long-range capability. These rifles are known for delivering tight groupings and repeatable results, whether on the range, in competition, or out in the field.

If you think you already know which rifle deserves the top spot, wait until you see the unexpected #2 choice.

 

The Best 22 LR Rifles of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Above, my Winchester 94 (top) in .30-30 and my Winchester 62A in .22 LR. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Like everything else these days, the cost of ammunition has gone up over the past few years. Some calibers cost around $1.00 per round and sometimes more. 

With that being the case, target shooting with a .22 LR rifle is looking more and more economical. I happen to have two .22 LR rifles: a Winchester 62A that I inherited from my maternal grandfather and a Ruger 10/22 that I bought around 1984.  

If one doesn't have a .22 LR rifle in their arsenal, an article by Field & Stream may be a big help in selecting one. It is on the best .22 LR rifles of 2026.

They begin with:

If you are an adult who likes to shoot or hunt, it’s hard to find completeness without a 22 LR rifle or two. Considered by many to be the most useful rifle in the world, a 22 rifle is perfect for target practice, hunting, competition shooting, and teaching others to shoot. And you can do all of that with ammunition that doesn’t cost you a dollar every time you pull the trigger.

There are many 22 rifles to choose from, and with modern manufacturing techniques, they’re getting more affordable each year. Affordability can be important when it comes to buying a 22 rifle, but other things—depending on what you want to use your 22 rifle for—matter as well. Here’s a look at seven of the best 22 LR rifles for just about any application.

To read more, go here. 

Why Some Shooters Swear By These “Outdated” Guns and Calibers

Above, yours truly with a Remington 870 Express. Photo by Mitch Geriminsky.

There are many varieties of firearms. Like anything else manmade, there are some great ones and there are some pretty lousy ones.

The firearms industry has been bringing out new designs. Some work well while others leave much to be desired. 

However, there are some shooters who swear by some alleged "outdated" guns and calibers. This is the crux of a slideshow article posted by MSN.  

They begin it with:

Calling a gun or caliber “outdated” usually means it’s been around long enough to get ignored. It doesn’t mean it stopped working. A lot of shooters stick with older setups for the same reason they keep an old pair of boots: they know exactly how it fits, exactly how it behaves, and exactly what it will do when the moment matters.

The modern market chases lighter, faster, smaller, higher-capacity, flatter-shooting. That’s fine. But there’s a different kind of confidence that comes from cartridges with real-world track records and guns that have been carried, hunted, and shot hard for decades. When you’ve seen a load perform on game, or you’ve watched a particular action run clean through bad weather, it’s hard to unlearn that trust.

To read more, go here. 

Gun Basics: What Is A Lever Action Rifle?

Above, my 1962 Winchester 94. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Over the past few months, I have posted about lever-action rifles, particularly the Winchester 94 .30-30 rifle.

There are other other manufacturers of lever-action rifles and some, even today, have joined the pack with new rifles along with new innovations. 

But, what is a lever-action rifle? 

The answer may seem obvious, but fortunately, an article in Bear Creek Arsenal explains it all.

They begin with:

What is a Lever Action Rifle? History, Mechanics, and Why Shooters Still Use Them

Lever-action rifles occupy a unique position in firearms history and modern shooting sports. They're neither the newest technology nor relics of the past. Instead, they represent a mechanical philosophy that's remained relevant for nearly 200 years, evolving continuously to solve real-world challenges that shooters face. If you're curious about what makes these rifles tick, why hunters and sport shooters still choose them, or how they've managed to stay competitive despite newer designs, here's the complete picture.

To read more, go here. 

Yen Rises To ¥155 In Tokyo Trading

We're now in a new month, commonly known as May Day.

 As such, it is time to take a peek at how the U.S. dollar is faring against the Japanese yen in Tokyo foreign exchange trading. This is especially of interest to those Americans planning to travel to Japan.

According to Japan Today:

The yen rose sharply on Friday, briefly reaching the mid-155 level from the lower 157 range, amid a cautious mood a day after an around 5 yen surge overnight on possible intervention.

At 4 p.m., the dollar fetched 155.91-92 yen, compared with 156.58-68 yen in New York and 160.13-15 yen in Tokyo at 5 p.m. Thursday.

Japan's top currency diplomat, Atsushi Mimura, on Friday declined to comment on the foreign exchange market intervention, saying, "I have no intention to comment on such matters." On Thursday, the Japanese currency surged nearly 5 yen to the 155 zone against the dollar within hours.

To read more, go here. 

Ruger 10/22 Review 2021: The Cheapening…

Above, the Ruger 10/22 I bought in the early 1980s. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Back in the day (1980s to be exact), friends and I used to go shooting out in Texas Canyon in the Newhall/Saugus area of Southern California.

During one of our shoots, a friend brought his Ruger 10/22 .22 LR rifle. I was shooting with my maternal grandfather's Winchester 62A that I inherited at the time. 

I tried out the 10/22 and liked it. I ended up buying one around 1983-84. I still have it and shoot with it on occasion at our shooting range in New Mexico.

There is a 2021 review of the modern Ruger 10/22 rifles at The New Rifleman website and it was deemed inferior to the ones made in the 1980s by the reviewer. Ruger made a number of cost-cutting measures to the gun since the 1980s, cheapening it. I am glad that I bought mine when I did.

It starts with:

What are the central tenants of a good firearm? I think there are two *basic* tenants. 1) The rifle hits what it’s aimed at. 2) The rifle shoots when you tell it to. So basically it’s accurate and reliable. From this standpoint, a rifle accurate enough to hit your target and to do so reliably every time the trigger is pulled is all you really need. Then there are the details. The numerous details… The gravy. Gravy adds to the flavor. Turkey meat will keep you fed, but the dressing, the gravy, and the cranberries make you happy.

I recently acquired a 2020-2021 production 10/22… functionally it’s what a firearm should be, but is the turkey is missing the gravy?

To read more, go here. 

 

Made In the USA Has Sadly Become A Warning

Made in the USA has sadly become a warning video by InRangeTV.

Summary:

Taylors & Co has released the TC73, a 9mm 1873 Winchester lever action rifle which they came is entirely manufactured in the USA.   This has been one of the most requested reviews in a long time, and while I am not personally that interested in 9mm in a lever action rifle, that's not the problem with this gun...

 

The Best Lever Action Rifles, Tested and Reviewed

Above, the venerable Winchester 94. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Lever-action rifles are as popular than ever, perhaps even more so given that new designs are being introduced. 

Field & Stream has posted an article on the best lever-action rifles 2026, tested and reviewed. 

They start it with:

Most of the talk in the rifle world these days about bullets with high ballistic coefficients, high-magnification trajectory-compensating rifle scopes, and rifles guaranteed to deliver one-hole groups. But while today’s long-range practitioners argue about the best high-dollar tripod to shoot from, there are folks out there filling freezers and putting antlers on the wall with lever guns just like their grandad used to use.

The lever-action rifle has evolved a fair bit over the last century, and with refined designs and modern ammunition, it’s now more capable than ever. Maybe somewhat surprisingly, in the midst of today’s long-rage craze, manufacturers are still introducing new lever-action rifles, and hunters are buying them up as fast as they hit gun-shop racks. There’s a wider variety of lever guns to choose from now than at any other time in recent memory. So, which one should you get? To help you with that, I’ve narrowed the field to a manageable number. Below are my picks for the nine best lever guns currently on the market.

To read more, go here. 

The 7 Best Rifles Chambered for the 30-30

Above, two types of .30-30 cartridges available today. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The Winchester .30-30 cartridge may be old (introduced in 1895) as the first smokeless cartridge), but it is still useful and popular.

There's a lot of reasons why this is so and an article posted by Field & Stream yesterday lists the best seven .30-30 rifles.

They begin it with:

As America’s first smokeless cartridge, introduced in 1895, the 30-30 is not just old—it’s the oldest, as modern American cartridges go. And yet it remains as effective as ever. In fact, with today’s loads, the 30-30 is a better coast-to-coast big-game cartridge than at any other time in its history. I’ve even used it on African plains game. So why not get a rifle in 30-30? Its only real limitation would be reach, as the cartridge is best used inside 200 yards. But if you know how to hunt—and shoot—getting inside 200 yards is rarely a problem. The 30-30’s combination of lethality, low recoil, and the fact that it is usually chambered in fast-handling guns is what has made it one of the most popular and trusted big-game cartridges of all time.

When most people think of the 30-30 Winchester, lever-action rifles pop to mind. The cartridge did, after all, get its start with the Winchester 1894. But the 30-30 has also occasionally been offered in bolt-action and single-shot rifles. With Marlin back in business under Ruger management and with Henry and Winchester cranking them out, you’ll have no problems finding a brand-new 30-30. However, there are also thousands and thousands of great used 30-30 rifles out there. It’s almost impossible to look on the Internet or visit a gun shop and not see several for sale. But before you buy, take a close look at our list of the best of the best 30-30 rifles.

To see what they are, go here. 

Top 3 Deadliest Weapons That Terrified The Wild West

Top 3 Deadliest Weapons That Terrified The Wild West video by Brass Lore. 

Summary:

Forget what you know about how the Wild West ended. It wasn't polite civilization or expanding telegraph lines that killed the outlaw—it was a terrifying chemical and mechanical revolution. In this video, we reveal how smokeless powder and automated machine guns completely eliminated the "fog of war" and permanently altered the mathematics of survival.

Discover how the Winchester 1894 and its .30-30 smokeless cartridge allowed legendary outlaws like Harry Tracy to wage invisible sniper warfare. We break down the mechanical genius of the Savage Model 1899's rotary spool magazine, and the apocalyptic, mechanized devastation of the Colt-Browning M1895 "Potato Digger"—the gas-operated machine gun that brought industrial slaughter to the untamed frontier. 

If you want the raw, unvarnished truth of history and firearms evolution, you are in the right place.

 

Top 7 Tactical Lever-Action Rifles That Will Survive ANY Gun Ban!

Top 7 Tactical Lever-Action Rifles That Will Survive ANY Gun Ban! video by Gun Tactician.

Summary:

When the political climate shifts and semi-automatics face extreme legislative pressure, your home defense strategy needs a legally unassailable backup. In this video, we break down the Top 7 Tactical Lever-Action Rifles that are purpose-built to survive any gun ban while delivering devastating stopping power.

Unlike gas-operated platforms, these Tactical Lever-Action Rifles offer relentless mechanical reliability in the harshest survival conditions. From the suppressor-ready Henry X Model to the precision-engineered Browning BLR, we explore why Tactical Lever-Action Rifles are no longer just historical relics, but the ultimate modern loophole. If you want to keep your family safe without landing on a government registry, discover why these Tactical Lever-Action Rifles are the smartest investment you can make in 2026.

 

Drive To McGaffey

Above, McGaffey Lake today. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

After this morning's coffee/breakfast with the gang and watering the front yard trees, I decided to take a drive to McGaffey Recreation Area in the Cibola National Forest.

To get to McGaffey, I took Six Mile Canyon Road through Six Mile Canyon. The weather was pleasant (although a little windy) and the road was in good shape.

Once I got to McGaffey, I noticed that McGaffey Lake was pretty low. We hadn't received much precipitation this year. Hopefully the monsoon season (that starts in June) will add much more water to it.

Outside of trucks hauling dirt or gravel, I was the only one in McGaffey. I did drive around some ranch areas to the east. But turned around as the trucks were kicking up too much dirt. 

Still, I had a great time during this drive and did take a few pictures.

 

Remembering Neal Adams On The 4th Anniversary of His Passing

Above, Neal Adams and yours truly at the 2012 Comikaze Expo in Los Angeles.

Every once in a while, I will pull out an issue of Batman or one featuring Deadman to savor the artistry of Neal Adams. 

I will admit that I didn't care much for his artwork back around 1968, but reading his Batman and Deadman stories, along with his run on Green Lantern/Green Arrow, his art grew on me. I thought his compositions were quite interesting. 

I had the privilege of meeting Neal Adams at Comikaze Expo in 2012 after being on a Godzilla panel there. I found him easy to talk to and had a couple of photographs taken with him. 

Today, marks four years since the passing of Neal Adams at age 80. (I thought he was younger.) 

It would be fitting to raise a glass in a toast to his memory today.

10 Lever-Action Rifles You'll Want In Your Collection

Above, the 2026 Henry Catalog I got at the NRA convention I gave to a friend.

When I went to the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits last week in Houston, Texas, I picked up a number of catalogs. One of which was from Henry Repeating Arms. 

It was a thick catalog of lever-action rifles they have available. I gave it to a friend who loves his Henry rifle. Ever since I bought my Winchester 94, it seems that lever-action rifles have been in high demand. Sometimes I wonder if I started this trend. 

Lever-action rifles is the topic of an article that The Avid Outdoorsman posted yesterday. It spotlights 10 rifles that should be in one's collection. 

It begins with:

Lever-action rifles have been a cornerstone of firearms history, combining functionality, reliability, and timeless appeal. Once a staple of hunting and frontier life, these rifles have evolved to meet modern needs, from traditional hunting to tactical home defense. Known for their smooth cycling and versatility, lever-action rifles continue to impress both seasoned shooters and newcomers alike. Here’s an in-depth look at 12 of the top lever-action rifles, showcasing their unique features and innovations that make them as relevant and effective today as they were in the past.

To read more, go here.