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Review: Holosun HE509T-RD Closed-Emitter Red Dot

Sun, 11/29/2020 - 13:00
Sometimes thinking outside the box results in something, well, boxy. Such is the case with Holosun's HE509T-RD closed-emitter red dot.

Review: Holosun HE509T-RD Closed-Emitter Red Dot

Sun, 11/29/2020 - 13:00
Sometimes thinking outside the box results in something, well, boxy. Such is the case with Holosun's HE509T-RD closed-emitter red dot.

What Does it Mean to Proof a Firearm?

Sun, 11/29/2020 - 12:57
I am not sure I understand what the term “proofing” a pistol means, how it is done or why it is done.

Be Thankful and Vigilant for Second Amendment Rights

Sat, 11/28/2020 - 02:52
Sheriff Jim Wilson shares some reasons to give thanks—and remain vigilant—in protecting Second Amendment rights.

Head to Head: 5.56 NATO vs. 6.8 SPC

Sat, 11/28/2020 - 02:49
Richard Mann compares the 5.56 NATO to the 6.8 SPC to see which cartridge holds the advantage.

Head to Head: 5.56 NATO vs. 6.8 SPC

Sat, 11/28/2020 - 02:49
Richard Mann compares the 5.56 NATO to the 6.8 SPC to see which cartridge holds the advantage.

Review: Dark Star Hitchhiker Handgun Holster

Sat, 11/28/2020 - 02:48
David Workman reviews the Dark Star Hitchhiker holster, which is made for IWB/AIWB carry positions.

Review: Dark Star Hitchhiker Handgun Holster

Sat, 11/28/2020 - 02:48
David Workman reviews the Dark Star Hitchhiker holster, which is made for IWB/AIWB carry positions.

I Carry: Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38 Revolver in a Blue Force Gear Holster

Fri, 11/27/2020 - 04:04
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 38 revolver in a Blue Force Gear Ultracomp pocket holster, along with several Zeta6 speedloaders.

I Carry: Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38 Revolver in a Blue Force Gear Holster

Fri, 11/27/2020 - 04:04
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 38 revolver in a Blue Force Gear Ultracomp pocket holster, along with several Zeta6 speedloaders.

Axis of Precision: Savage Axis II Precision

Fri, 11/27/2020 - 04:02
Finding an accurate, long-range rifle doesn’t have to leave you impoverished.

Axis of Precision: Savage Axis II Precision

Fri, 11/27/2020 - 04:02
Finding an accurate, long-range rifle doesn’t have to leave you impoverished.

First Look: SIG Sauer Custom Works P320 Fire Control Unit

Fri, 11/27/2020 - 03:59
SIG Sauer is pleased to announce the SIG Sauer Custom Works P320 Fire Control Unit (FCU) is now available for sale.

Classics: The MG42 Belt-fed Machinegun

Thu, 11/26/2020 - 02:02
One of the Third Reich’s most fearsome battlefield implements has descendants that can be found in today’s military arms.

SIG Sauer Achieves Two MHS Milestones

Thu, 11/26/2020 - 01:59
SIG Sauer recently achieved two significant milestones in the Modular Handgun System (MHS) program.

First Look: Savage 110 Ultralite Rifle in Kuiu Verde 2.0

Thu, 11/26/2020 - 01:59
Savage’s 110 Ultralite rifle is now available in Kuiu Verde 2.0 camouflage, an exceptional pattern that is anything but traditional.

Fire Behind Your Roast

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 08:07
Legend has it an Ethiopian goat herder discovered coffee’s hidden power after his herd ate some of the beans. Their energy soared, they stayed up all night on wide-eyed watch and military and law enforcement minds took note.

Fire Behind Your Roast

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 08:07
Legend has it an Ethiopian goat herder discovered coffee’s hidden power after his herd ate some of the beans. Their energy soared, they stayed up all night on wide-eyed watch and military and law enforcement minds took note.

First Look: Galco VHS 4.0 Holster for SIG Sauer P320F/M17

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 08:06
Galco recently introduced the VHS 4.0 Holster for the SIG Sauer P320F/M17.

Safety Recall Notice on the M&P Shield EZ Pistol

Tue, 11/24/2020 - 02:19
Smith & Wesson announced this week that it has identified two M&P Shield EZ pistols on which the hammers manufactured by the supplier were cracked.

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