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.

Citadel: Good Bones But Lots of Rust

Citadel was not the entertaining action flick I wanted it to be or the fun spy romp. In fact, it seems confused about what it wants to be. 

The .44 Special and Hornady Critical Defense

Defensive cartridges come and go, and many are underappreciated. The 10mm, the .30 Carbine, 16 gauge, .41 Magnum, and many more are adequate, capable, and honestly offer something somewhat unique that’s often ignored. One caliber that was briefly very successful but quickly faded away was the .44 Special. The cartridge hasn’t completely disappeared, though. It […]

The LVAW: JSOC’s Micro Sized Blaster

The LVAW isn’t your everyday, average service rifle but a precision instrument designed for specific missions. It’s often unclear where, why, or how the gun is used, but like many tools, it’s versatile.

The Heat Vest From The Kommando Store

The "Heat" Vest from the Kommando Store is a quality product and one that works brilliantly. If you want to reenact some "Heat" action on the range, you know where to shop.

The MPOETC Handgun Qual: Competency to the Max

If you’re looking to try something with some fire behind it, then check out the MPOETC Qual. This is challenging, diverse, and uses a good mix of skills. It stands out as one of the most impressive handgun quals. 

The FEG Hi-Power: The PJK-9HP FP9

FEG began producing Hi-Power clones in 1971, and they were widely imported into the United States. FEG produced four models of their Hi-Power clones, and the PF9 is one of their more unique designs.

The Nebraska Patrol Rifle – Cornhuskers Get Shootin’

Before police officers in Nebraska get their hands on their patrol rifles, they have to pass a state-administered qualification. And we're digging deep into that qual today. 

The M1917 Revolvers: The Other World War .45

Next time someone asks you which gun won two world wars, tell them the M1917 just to make them pause and think. It's as true as the M1911 winning both World Wars.

The Reap Weaponries Scy: Bullpup Your AR-15

The Reap Weaponries Scy isn't a bullpup AR-15, but it does offer a means to bullpup your AR-15. While it can be tricky ergonomically, the concept is sound. I'm impressed by how well it works

The Elk Grove Shotgun Qual

The Elks Grove police department put on quite a bit of training in how to use the shotgun. Here's a breakdown of the course of fire and training drills

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