Reviews
Vortex Crossfire HD 1400 Laser Rangefinder Review
The Vortex Crossfire HD 1400 rangefinder has made me more precise in my shots, and it will admittedly help me in the deer woods. So, here’s my take on the Vortex Crossfire HD 1400 from a guy who often grumbles about relying too heavily on technology.
Calico M950: The Future Blaster That Never Was
I only have one drum for the M950, but I imagine reloads aren't super fast. The gun lacks a last-round bolt hold open device. There is a manual bolt lock but not an automatic one. It's also a process to remove and insert a new magazine. I guess that's a good argument for getting the 100-round drum instead of the 50-round drum. Who needs to reload then?
Scoping a Ruger 10/22 Carbine: Is It Realistic?
Is it worth scoping the little Ruger 10/22? We think so.
The World of Long-Slide Pistols
Are long-slide handguns for you? If so, which one? And why?
Top 10 Handgun-Mounted Weapon-Lights
With the myriad of handgun-mounted lights out there, it can be hard to find the right one. Our author does the work so you don't have to.
Muzzle Brakes vs. Flash Hiders: What’s The Difference?
Among our choices for muzzle devices, there are two that are very popular: Muzzle brakes and flash hiders. For certain platforms, they simply do not look "right" without something on the end of that muzzle. Take the AR-15, for example; it practically requires some sort of muzzle device if it's going to look anywhere near what a normal AR should look like. But what to choose? The choices these days are vast. We'll examine the differences between muzzle brakes and flash hiders today so readers can learn what each does and make an informed decision about which device is best for their personal needs. Each has benefits and drawbacks, which we plan to point out by the end of this article.
Swampfox Liberty II and Vortex Defender-ST: A Comparison
I’ve put both optics through the same tests and both held up great. Picking the one that’s best for you will come down to the mounting footprint, which features you like most and how much you are willing to spend. Whichever optic you choose however will be a great choice and I don’t think you will be disappointed.
Ruger Mini-14 Factory 20-Round Magazines: A Review
Feeding and reliability are utter perfection with these magazines too, which makes them worth every single penny. As far as magazines are concerned, Ruger manufactures some of the best on the market. They may not be the cheapest, but these days, you get what you pay for.
Arizona Ranger by Cimarron: A Review
The Cimarron Arizona Ranger is a throwback to Colt Classic, with some smooth competition customizations. Sweet single-action goodness.
Bonded vs. Non-Bonded Ammo For Self-Defense
The difference in performance between the bonded and non-bonded rounds seems to be relatively similar in our very unscientific tests. Bear in mind, however, that most of the rounds that are issued by large agencies across the US are of the bonded variety. Does that mean you have to use bonded bullets? Not necessarily. It is, after all, a free country.