The AR-15 is the most popular rifle in America right now and for many good reasons. It is affordable, compact, accurate, widely available, well supported with all manner of aftermarket parts and accessories, and in general is everywhere, even in states that keep wanting to ban it (sorry, California, we still love you). One of […]
Continue reading →If you are new to reloading or a seasoned hand, it is a solid fact of life that there are some tools you just need to have to make the job easier. Sure you can literally hammer rounds together with crude tools or use primitive presses, you can weigh your powder on something that looks […]
Continue reading →Reloading isn’t like the ancient old days, where the marvels of beating out a primer with a rock and stick, followed by a pressing one in with the same rock and stick, pouring some powder in the case, and squeezing a new bullet in with a fancy pair of pliers that constituted the state of […]
Continue reading →Two of the heavy weights in optics design is Aimpoint and Vortex. Aimpoint is well known for their red dots, an optic they invented in the first place. Aimpoint is used by military and police forces across the world. Vortex has a wider line of optics, including variable scopes, red dots, binoculars, and spotting scopes. […]
Continue reading →SAP Gloves, which are also known as weighted knuckle gloves, are a type of glove that is designed for hand-to-hand combat and defense. While they may look ordinary on the outside, the reality is that they are constructed out of a very tough synthetic material (or sometimes leather) with steel that is sewn inside of […]
Continue reading →As your trusty companion for important tasks throughout the day, your pocket knife needs to be truly multi-purpose and convenient. While there are numerous different models of pocket knives for you to choose from, one of the most useful will be the classic Stockman knife. The Stockman is a pocket knife that is designed for […]
Continue reading →Even those who are not into survival and prepping themselves know that being able to start a fire is among the most crucial of survival skills. Fire is the only thing in a survival situation that can give you warmth from the cold weather, a means to cook food, security against hungry animals, and a […]
Continue reading →While the modern AR 15 has an emphasis on modularity, the classic AR 15 was based more on simplicity and effectiveness. The classic carry handle design is still quite prevalent, especially in the classic Sporter designs by Colt. Attaching a scope to these models can be tricky, but isn’t too difficult to do. First and […]
Continue reading →The Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 is a very popular rifle that is chambered in .22 LR and mimics a standard AR 15. Like any .22, the M&P 15-22 can benefit greatly from a scope. The .22 LR round is a popular choice for plinking so the scopes for the caliber can vary greatly. You […]
Continue reading →The future of handgun sights is an electronic one. The use of electronic red dot reflex sights are on the rise with competition shooters, police shooters, and civilian concealed carriers. Glock has lead the way with their MOS series of handguns that are ready to accommodate red dots sights on their handguns (in this article, […]
Continue reading →The Marlin 795 is an often overlooked .22 rifle, which is a shame as it is really a fantastic gun. Coming out of the box with what some believe is a better trigger and superior accuracy to a Ruger 10/22, the Marlin 795 is relatively inexpensive and highly functional. However, it lacks the sex appeal […]
Continue reading →I admit, when I got handed this assignment I laughed. Living in the Pacific Northwest, I’m aware of coon hunting but only in an abstract sort of way. But hey, since it is a thing, I attacked the research with the ferocity of an angry treed coon and came up with some rather fantastic coon […]
Continue reading →Everyone should agree that having good vision is critical for any hunter. If you aren’t able to see the environment around you, then how can you expect to see your game (and shoot safely)? Wearing sunglasses during hunting doesn’t just serve the purpose of protecting your eyes. If the sun is out and your vision […]
Continue reading →The rise of reflex sights on pistols has been a rapid one. It started with the hunting market, spread into competitive shooting, and is now making a scene in the tactical market. Regardless of your personal use, a reflex sight needs to have a few important characteristics. First and foremost, the red dot sight needs […]
Continue reading →CLP, aka clean, lubricate, protect, is designed as an all inclusive three in one oil. CLP is one of the most popular choices for lubricant on firearms because it works. It works so well, it’s a favorite of the military. What makes a good CLP? Well, first and foremost it needs to be able to […]
Continue reading →Inside the waistband carry is one of the most popular methods of concealed carrying a firearm. To do so comfortably and successfully you’ll need a good holster and a good belt—and the belt is often the most overlooked part of carrying a concealed firearm. To carry IWB comfortably, you’ll need a rock solid support system, […]
Continue reading →The Marlin 336 is one of the quintessential American lever guns. It’s dominated the hunting fields for generations because its simplistic design aids in its ruggedness and effectiveness. As good as it is from the factory, however, it can always be improved. Accessories for the Marlin 336 are aimed at making it more user-friendly in […]
Continue reading →The Mossberg 702 Plinkster is a well-made, easy-shooting rimfire rifle. It comes nearly perfect from the factory, but it can always be accessorized. Accessories should improve the functionality of the weapon, and make it easier to handle, and more fun to shoot. Accessories can always make the weapon last longer and run smoother, and these […]
Continue reading →Chest carry is nothing new, and it is making a major comeback. Concealed carry is extremely popular and luckily we live in a time where you can carry in any way you like. Chest pack carry can go one of two ways, overt, and covert. Overt holsters are for open carry and tactical scenarios. They […]
Continue reading →The Ruger SR 1911 is a reliable and solid 1911 made in the United States. It’s popular, reliable, and capable of being a modern defensive handgun. The 1911 is an old design, obviously more than a century at this point. It can admittedly use a face lift. Accessorizing the Ruger SR 1911 means highlighting and […]
Continue reading →The M&P series of firearms are immensely popular. They are carried across the country with law enforcement and concealed carriers. The M&P 40 is a powerful, easy to shoot, and accurate weapon. Out of the box, it is almost perfect, but, there are some slight improvement you can make. When you start accessorizing the M&P40, […]
Continue reading →The MK 25 is the chosen variant of the Sig Sauer P226 the U.S. Navy SEALS choose. It’s accurate, reliable, and heavy. The weapon’s weight makes proper holster selection extremely important. A poor holster will make carrying the MK 25 difficult, uncomfortable, and possibly painful. Below we provide with our recommendations for the 4 best […]
Continue reading →Bringing deer to the stand is the key to a successful hunt. The old classic is corn, and the use of heavy and often expensive feeders. This is great, but can be illegal to use in some states. Plus, corn is almost always eaten by birds, squirrels, hogs and more. A good deer attractant will […]
Continue reading →If you want to take down a wild boar, using bait or lures is by far the best way to do it. Boars are omnivores and will eat nearly anything edible they can find. The good news for you is that this means finding a suitable bait to lure one in shouldn’t be too hard. […]
Continue reading →There are many different kinds of outdoor boots available on the marketplace that are each designed for different purposes. The boots that you would use for hunting in the snowy mountains are not at all the same kind of boots that you would use for a desert hike, for example. All the same, some boots […]
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