Videos tagged with Armand Swenson

Bill Wilson showcases his rare collection of custom 1911 pistols, highlighting the influential work of master gunsmiths like Armand Swenson, Jim Hoag, and Frank A. Pachmayr. Wilson, who started customizing 1911s in 1977, shares how these pioneers shaped his career and the development of high-performance custom handguns. The video features discussions of classic and unique Swenson builds, along with Hoag's long slide and Pachmayr Combat Specials, offering a glimpse into the history of custom 1911 craftsmanship. The content is presented by Bill Wilson and discussed with Massad Ayoob.

This episode of Gun Guys features a conversation with Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn, discussing the influential figures and early experiences that shaped their paths in the firearms industry. Bill Wilson highlights the impact of legends like Armand Swenson and Jimmy Clark on his journey to building Wilson Combat into a leading custom firearms company. Ken Hackathorn shares his extensive background as a US Army Special Forces Small Arms Instructor and his ongoing role as a firearms instructor for various law enforcement and military units. They delve into the mentors and inspirations that led them to become prominent figures in the firearms community.

This episode of Gun Guys features Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn discussing their personal lists of the most influential figures and innovators in the history of the firearms industry. They highlight pioneers like John Moses Browning, Colonel Jeff Cooper, Armand Swenson, Eugene Stoner, and Elmer Keith, acknowledging their profound impact and groundbreaking developments that have shaped gun culture and firearm technology for shooters worldwide. The video also briefly touches upon the expertise of Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn themselves, with links to Wilson Combat's website and newsletter.