Firearm Reviews
Meet the Walther PDP: A Flagship Series
Walther Arms seems to have hit a lick with striker-fired 9mm pistols after a short-lived start or two on now-discontinued models. Their Performance Duty Pistol (PDP) series is a growing collection of high-quality, shootable guns that are gaining attention from competition, defensive, and law enforcement shooters.
Beretta 92FS vs. Sig P226: Old School Metal
As more of the small manufacturers are making aluminum frames for the polymer framed guns, I'm still fixated on the metal frames that once dominated the market. How does the Sig P226 stack up to the Beretta 92FS?
IWI Galil ACE Gen 2: A Modern Take on the AK-47 Design
By all metrics the Galil ACE Gen II is what I was looking for as a functional and reliable platform to transition from the AR to more experience with the AK.
Are Revolvers Practical in 2024?
In the modern world of micro-compact pistols and autoloaders, are revolvers still a relevant defensive tool? Let's discuss.
Sig Sauer P226 vs Sig P226 Legion: A Comparison Review of a Classic
The P226 is one of those guns you get because it’s a bit of a classic and you want to have one around. It's absolutely worth a closer look.
Full Review: FM Ranch Rifle That Uses AR Mags
Ranch rifles are nothing new to the industry. However, the FM Ranch Rifle is pretty unique. It’s not an AR-15, but uses AR mags. It’s not a shotgun, but uses a shotgun stock. Overall, this rifle is something you may want to add to your collection
Flat River Arms: A Durable AR at an Affordable Price
In a saturated AR market, it seems like everything's been done. However, Flat River Arms has a new approach for offering a reliable AR-15 that is durable yet affordable.
Woodshop Wednesday Custom PPSH Stock for Ruger PC Carbine
The market is flooded with some cool PCCs, but what about a Woodshop Wednesday custom PPSH stock on a Ruger PC Carbine? This custom setup may not be cheap, but here's why we think it's worth it.
For many, the idea of a backup gun seems silly. For others, it's a necessity of their job. It's a topic worth exploring and explaining as it often seems to be a fairly misunderstood concept. I want to approach this from the civilian concealed carrier perspective. I'm not a police officer and never have been, so I can't advise on how they operate. It does seem prudent for an openly armed professional to carry a backup gun, but what about the everyday Joe?
Comparative Review: 5 Popular Home Defense Handguns
Today, we're going to take a look at five handguns that would make wise choices for defensive use around the home. I'm going to try to hit various bases here: Large and small, inexpensive and not-so-inexpensive.