We Hunted the Best Guns in Pittsburgh

Published on July 5, 2024
Duration: 40:53

The 1911 Syndicate team explores Pittsburgh's surprising firearm scene, visiting Allegheny Arms, National Armory, and Keystone Shooting Center. They uncover rare collectibles like a restored Franchi SPAS-12, a WWI Springfield Armory 1911, and a unique AWC Centurion suppressed rifle. The episode culminates with Jake purchasing a MAC-11 from National Armory, highlighting the diverse and high-end firearm inventory available in the city.

Quick Summary

The 1911 Syndicate explored Pittsburgh's firearm scene, visiting Allegheny Arms, National Armory, and Keystone Shooting Center. They discovered rare guns like a Franchi SPAS-12, WWI 1911, and AWC Centurion suppressed rifle, with Jake purchasing a MAC-11.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Pittsburgh Gun Hunt
  2. 01:19Store 1: Allegheny Arms & Gun Works
  3. 06:37Store 2: National Armory
  4. 08:17Store 3: Keystone Shooting Center

Frequently Asked Questions

What rare firearms were found during the Pittsburgh gun hunt?

The hunt uncovered a restored Franchi SPAS-12, an original 1897 Winchester Trench Gun, a rare Beretta 92S, an integrally suppressed .30 Carbine, an AWC Centurion suppressed rifle, a WWI Springfield Armory 1911, and a gold-engraved Colt 1911.

Which gun shops did the 1911 Syndicate visit in Pittsburgh?

The team visited three notable locations: Allegheny Arms & Gun Works for custom and unique pieces, National Armory for a mix of modern and historical firearms, and Keystone Shooting Center for its extensive Sig Sauer and Staccato inventory and private WWII collection.

What was the most significant purchase made during the Pittsburgh trip?

During their visit to National Armory, host Jake decided to purchase a MAC-11 submachine gun, marking the first firearm acquisition by a host within the 'Hunt for Gucci Guns' series.

What makes the AWC Centurion rifle notable?

The AWC Centurion is a rare, integrally suppressed bolt-action .45 ACP rifle. It's noted for being extremely lightweight, feeding from standard 1911 magazines, and having only 10 units ever produced.

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