Minnesota Firearm News

Today, it is coveted collectors’ piece that showcases the improvements in Japanese arms manufacturing.  This weapon would expand an Empire, and thrust the world into conflict.  The Type 38 rifle is a testament to a different time and the Greatest Generation.  We are fortunate enough to have this rifle and many other historical time capsules come through our shop here at 2 If By Sea Tactical

When it comes to superior gun designs John Moses Browning is considered the best of the best. He invented more calibers, rifles, shotguns, and pistols than anyone else.  His designs have endured the test of time and many are still in major production to this day.

Every town seems to have a small antique store. Inside is a museum of wonders that ties us to our past. In the firearm industry this is also true. Most gun stores have a selection of historical firearms on hand. To borrow from Rick Harrison, from History Channel’s “Pawn Stars”, “You just never know what will walk through that door”. To that point recently at 2 If By Sea Tactical had a FEG Mod P37 Pistol from 1941 come through our shop.

Guns like the Walther P38 are one of those unique time capsules of history that come through our shop.  A firearm that served on side of oppression during Hitler’s reign, and freedom during the Cold War.  It is a story of conflict and redemption.

As a Kid I grew up watching Dr. Robert Ballard the marine geologist that found the Titanic and battleship Bismark.  There was a moment in one of the documentaries he said when he finds a ship at the bottom of the ocean “…the guns are at the ready. Frozen locked in battle to this day…”.  The world of firearms is no different.