In a world of high-tech lubricants and supposed high tech gun oils, the classic 3 in 1 gun oil keeps coming out on top. The 3 in 3 in 1 oil stands for clean, lubricate, and protect, and of course, as one, the oil is expected to do everything. Three in 1 oils are designed […]
Continue reading →Airsoft is a very fun sport, but the number one rule when engaging in it is safety. And the most important part of the safety aspect of airsoft is eye protection. Heading into airsoft combat without wearing goggles over your eyes is downright stupid, because all it takes is one hit from an airsoft BB […]
Continue reading →When did the neck knife originate? No one really knows, but it is known that it has been around for thousands of years all the way back to the first tribal people of Africa. Back then, neck knives were little more than a sharpened bone attached to a vine that was then set around the […]
Continue reading →Also known as dummy cartridges, snap caps are devices that are in the shape of a normal cartridge but that lack a primer, powder, or an actual bullet. They are perfect training tools for conducting reloading and malfunction drills, and for also testing whether you have a flinch when you pull the trigger. Snap caps […]
Continue reading →An entrenching tool can be one of the most valuable tools that you have in a survival situation. Not only are they lightweight and compact enough to be easily carried around in your pack when out in the wilderness, but they also make things a whole lot easier when it comes to building shelters and […]
Continue reading →Even though meat grinders were initially used primarily by butchers, they have recently started to find great popularity among hunters who like to grind their own venison. It’s always cheaper to grind your own meat versus hiring a butcher to do it for you. However, a meat grinder is only a viable option for you […]
Continue reading →The Rock Island Armory line of entry to mid-level 1911’s hardly needs introduction. Made by the famed gun manufacturer ARMSCOR of the Philippines, the RIA series of 1911’s are famous for quality construction, affordable cost and incredible out of the box performance. When I bought my first RIA 1911 (a basic GI style model), I […]
Continue reading →US Optics and NightForce are two highly respected brands of premium quality, long range optics. Given this, sooner or later, people will start comparing the two, which is far more logical than some of the other things people compare to each other, like different flavors of soy ice cream or which type of hybrid car […]
Continue reading →Long known for their revolvers, as well as various semi-auto pistols, it was only after Bill Ruger’s death that Sturm, Ruger & Company started building guns other than their own designs. One such gun is their incarnation of the venerable Model 1911 .45 automatic. As is common with Ruger, their SR 1911 makes much use […]
Continue reading →Coyote are very elusive predators, which means that any hunter who wants to bring one into range of their rifle is likely going to have to use some form of bait. But you can’t just put any kind of bait out there that you think a coyote will like and then sit down and wait […]
Continue reading →The Smith and Wesson M&P is a modern polymer frame, striker-fired pistol designed to compete with the Glock and similar handguns. Its most noteworthy features include the Smith and Wesson name, the availability of a traditional safety, a decocking feature that does not require dry-firing the gun as part of the takedown, and an affordable […]
Continue reading →It’s time for another scope comparison article! This time we pit the ever popular and well-known Leupold against Vortex. Both companies are known for quality optics, both are US based, although Vortex imports a great many of their optics from state of the art factories overseas, and both build scopes for the demanding hunter and […]
Continue reading →Many shooting sports require the use of a good shooting mat. A seemingly simple concept of heavy cloth, maybe with a couple of pouches for pens or ammo, and the like, shooting mats come in a seemingly bewildering array of styles and variations. This isn’t too surprising, however, since the concept and execution are simple […]
Continue reading →Grunt calls are either one of the most deadly tools in the deer hunter’s arsenal or one of the most useless. We are going to presume that you live in Texas or the Midwest where such tools are most commonly used, and not like our long suffering author who is presently reduced to scouring the […]
Continue reading →From that first moment that an early handgunner picked up a backpack, people have been asking the same question. “What is the best backpack holster?” Well, that means different things for different people. For most, they obviously just want a way to comfortably carry a handgun inside their backpack–covert operations, simple transport, or a way […]
Continue reading →The 6.8 Remington Special Cartridge, or 6.8 SPC, was born out of a perceived need for a better cartridge than the currently used 5.56mm round in the M-16. The result was a round with a larger and heavier bullet, and what some claimed were superior ballistics. Based off the old .30 Remington case, an AR-15 […]
Continue reading →Police work is a demanding job since officers are required to respond very quickly to a wide range of different tasks, including ones that are life-threatening. In order to meet the demands of this grueling job, a police officer must have the absolutely highest quality gear possible, and one of those most important pieces of […]
Continue reading →The purpose of the arrow rest couldn’t be any more straightforward: it is to provide support for your arrow and hold it in the correct position until you are ready to fire the bow. Some arrow rests are intended to be used as practice for hunting against moving targets, while others are intended to be […]
Continue reading →With carbines like the AR 15, the SCAR, Tavor, and SIG MCX ruling the market, the need for a quality optic has formed an entire market. The carbine saw a lot of accessories come about due to two events: the expiration of the Federal Assault weapons ban and the War on Terror. As non-neutered AR […]
Continue reading →Spotting scopes can be quite pricey just like rifle scopes. They range from a hundred or less and all the way to several thousand dollars. When looking for an affordable spotting scope, you want to avoid buying a cheap, crappy optic. Still, you can get a high quality spotting scope for a great price if […]
Continue reading →The ability to see far distances has been a valued tool throughout time, from commanders on the battlefield to ship captains. These days outdoorsmen throughout the world appreciate the ability to see a little further. Hunters like the ability to scout their prey, judge who’s the largest or who is perfect for the hunt. Hikers […]
Continue reading →The bow press is one of the most important tools used by bow hunters to keep bows in tip-top shape. Whether an individual is working to ensure ultimate precision on a range or to warrant optimal impact on a big game target, such as a Trophy Whitetail, the use of a bow press is key. […]
Continue reading →The CZ 455 is a rimfire, bolt action rifle that is famously made by the legendary CZ arms company. The rifle is accurate and precise and is the perfect platform for a scope, but a scope is truly only as good as its rings. A good set of scope rings for the CZ 455 will […]
Continue reading →The Sig Sauer M11-A1 is a legendary handgun that has been used by various military units for decades and only recently has been recently released to civilians. When choosing holsters for the M11-A1 it’s important to realize what the M11-A1 needs. The M11-A1 is considered a compact pistol, but is far from what makes people […]
Continue reading →Baiting deer is a common practice that is legal in a great many states. Some allow it during hunting season, others require ending any baiting prior to the opening of hunting season. Some even encourage it as a way to help thin deer overpopulation. Whatever the reason, baiting is a great way to bring deer […]
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