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Firearms News May 2020 – #9 Gangster Guns of the Roaring 20s & Lawless 30s Special Issue

Firearms News May 2020 – #9 Gangster Guns of the Roaring 20s & Lawless 30s Special Issue

This Month Firearms News:

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On the cover: James Tarr reviews the Auto-Ordnance 1927-A1 Thompson Carbine!
Other articles include:
  • Shotguns & Carbines of the Roaring Twenties by Paul Scarlata
  • The Milaflores Massacre, The Kansas City Massacre, and the Famous Tommy Gun by Dr. Will Dabbs
  • The Handguns of Gangsters, Gin & Gun Moles, and G-Men by Paul Scarlata
  • Our Product Showcase with the latest gear & guns!
  • Plus, the one and only “Paper Gun Show” in the firearms industry since 1946!

On sale May 12, 2020! Pick up a copy at your local magazine stand, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, or major book retailer! Firearms News prints two exciting issues per month so be sure to get both copies or subscribe!

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