Reviews
Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Lever-Action Rifle in .44 Magnum: A Super-Short Review
The overall aesthetic of the Smith and Wesson Model 1854 is quite pleasing. I have always liked the combination of black and stainless steel. The balance was on point. The front sight came perfectly into focus in the ghost ring every time I raised the rifle. The action worked well, and I ran about 100 rounds of LAX .44 Magnum through this rifle with no issues.
The Under-Appreciated Smith & Wesson CSX 9mm
Do yourself a favor and check out the Smith & Wesson CSX 9mm. It has a lot going for it.
Red Dot Showdown: Swampfox Sentinel II vs Vortex Defender-CCW
Searching for a micro-reflex sight is somewhat frustrating with so many companies producing them. If you don’t know what you’re looking for, you could end up with a cheap red dot that won’t last through the week. But don’t worry; there are some great quality optics out there that sell for a reasonable price. Let's discuss two of them.
The Smith & Wesson Response: S&W’s Latest PCCs
The S&W Response is an interesting take on the world of AR9s. The Response is all polymer, ultra-lightweight, and very easy to use. Recoil is surprisingly light for a blowback gun. As a PCC nut, the interchangeable magwells have great appeal to me. When can I get a CZ-75 version? Smith & Wesson could have easily just released an M&P Sport in 9mm but went the extra mile, and it shows.
Is .45 ACP a Good Self-Defense Round?
When it comes right down to it, .45 ACP can be a great defensive round. Yes, other cartridges outperform the cartridge, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored entirely. Choose wisely, train, and carry your gun.
The Taurus Judge Home Defender: A Qualified Room Broom
The Judge Home Defender seems like a novelty weapon, but as the range time proved, it's a capable weapon. Plus, it's just tons of fun to shoot.
Review: Holosun LS117R AR-15 Compact Red Laser Sight
Need a compact laser for your AR-15? If so, check out the Holosun LS117R compact red laser.
The Sig Sauer Foxtrot365XR: A Bright Little Weapon Light
The Foxtrot365XR is the latest light for the P365 series of weapon lights, and as far as I can tell, it's the most powerful Sig Sauer P365 light on the market.
Safariland 7371 OWB Concealment Holster for M&P Shield 2.0: A Review
The Safariland 7371 OWB Concealment Holster is one of the coolest holsters I’ve used in a while. If you're looking for a new holster or want to try outside-the-waistband carry with your Shield 2.0, be sure to give this one a try.
Budget 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Ammunition Comparison
Since it's inception in the early 2000s, the 6.5 Creedmoor chambering has become incredibly popular among hunters and precision shooters alike. But, how do the low-cost and "budget-friendly" ammo offerings perform? Let's take a look.