Travis Pike is a former Marine Machine Gunner and a lifelong firearms enthusiast. Now that his days of working a 240B like Charlie Parker on the sax are over he's a regular guy who likes to shoot, write, and find ways to combine the two. He holds an NRA certification as a Basic Pistol Instructor and is probably most likely the world's Okayest firearm instructor. He is a simplicisist when it comes to talking about himself in the 3rd person and a self-professed tactical hipster. Hit him up on Instagram, @travis.l.pike, with story ideas.

The Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical – From Plain to Main

The Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical is a mighty fine shotgun and the addition of a few accessories can make it an absolutely awesome shotgun for home defense and tactical use.

The History of the Chest Rig

We carried our gear on belts, then H-harnesses, until the GWOT. Then we decided that chest mounted was the way to go. So what are the origins of the chest rig?

The Holosun PID HC – A Welcome Surprise

Last year, we finally saw Holosun create a variety of weapon lights. I recently got hands-on with the Holosun PID HC, and was pleasantly surprised. 

The Inforce WILD2: A Worthy Pistol Light?

The Inforce WILD2 represents a rebirth for Inforce handgun lights and does a lot to satisfy the needs of weapon light users. It provides competitive power, output, a nice beam design, good controls, and a more durable construction.

Iconic – The Most Famous Firearms

Today we are looking at guns that break out of the American firearms culture and into the mainstream consciousness. These guns have reached iconic status, often through an odd variety of circumstances that blend pop culture with real-world performance.

Everything You Need To Know About Flamethrowers

If you asked me to name 10 new products that I thought GunMagWarehouse would carry, flamethrowers wouldn't even make the list. Imagine my surprise when they popped up in the catalog.

The Rifle Optics That Defined the GWOT

GWOT completely changed the United States military, and for the United States, these three optics defined the Global War on Terror.

Holosun EPS vs. 507K — Face Off

Both Holosun models are good solid optics, but will the Holosun EPS replace the 507K that typically sits on the top of my P365XL?

The Nexbelt: The Last EDC Belt You’ll Ever Need

Nexbelt is a ratcheting belt system that can be used for a variety of roles: an everyday concealed carry belt, a base belt, or even a belt to use in competitions. Check out Nexbelt if you want to refine your EDC belt.

The Colt SMG and Its Many Clones

The world of submachine guns is an interesting one. The MP5 was king of the SMG, but Colt wanted some of that sweet SMG money. Thus, they gave birth to the Colt SMG. 

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