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.

My Ultimate Shotgun Belt

I couldn't find a shotgun belt I was happy with, so I decided to just make my own. Here's what I've come up with, using components from several companies.

Everything You Need to Know about Shoulder Holsters

Shoulder holsters have come in and out of fashion depending on the current culture, but regardless of their popularity, they've remained as constant as OWB, IWB, and most other holster types. Let's dig into shoulder holsters and break down everything you need to know.

The Best Defensive Shotgun Ammo Out There

Buckshot has changed drastically in the last decade. The range, effectiveness, consistency, and accuracy have improved greatly, and it shows.

Musings on Shotgun Red Dots

Do shotgun red dots offer many advantages over traditional bead sights? What kind of red dot, and what reticle type is best for a shotgun? Find out here.

Turning the Iron Horse Sentry 12 Into A Home Defense Blaster

The Iron Horse Sentry 12 is a serious contender for a successful home defense shotgun. It's not bad out of the box, can we make it a little better? Let's find out.

Sisu — Rage, Determination, and Killing the Enemy

Sisu is a film nobody's really talking about, but they should be. It's a historical action film with a very simple story that's almost impossible to really spoil. It's one of the most fun movies I've seen in a long game.

The Rimfire Fighting Rifle

If a rimfire is what you have to fight with, make the most of it! Here's a look at the options and gear choices to optimize your rimfire fighting rifle.

The Scalarworks Sync Mount: Shotgun Perfection

A red dot is the best option for a shotgun sighting system, and the Scalarworks Sync mount is the best option for mounting a red dot. 

L.A. Noire — A Gun Guy Goes Gaming

To a degree, I assumed L.A. Noire would be an action game — a reverse Grand Theft Auto where you play as the cops stopping the bad guys. I was pleasantly surprised to find a game unlike any other.

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.

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