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Ruger LC9S Hands-On Review: 9mm Budget Carry Gun
The Ruger LC9S, a single-stack, striker-fired pocketable 9mm that has sold like hotcakes is a popular gun. It’s small, thin, light, reliable, and cheap. What’s not to like? We’ll examine it in some detail to see if we can determine the answer to that question. Ruger LC9s Variations The LC9S is one of a few ... Read more
Glock 43 Review: Ultimate Concealed Carry Gun
Glock guns. Love them or really not like them (don’t like the h*** word — too much of that in the world today). The shooting world is bifurcated when it comes to this company’s guns. Some shooters will buy only Glocks. Others would not buy one if it were the only gun in the store. ... Read more
Taurus 85 Ultralite Hands-On Review
I have always had an attraction to snub-nosed revolvers. I’ve owned a few, including a Charter Arms .44 Special Bulldog back in the late ’70s when David Berkowitz used that gun for nefarious purposes in New York. The large-ish Bulldog stretched the definition of a snubby, but technically it fit. It had quite a reputation ... Read more
The Glock 48 Pistol [2022 Gun Review]
The Glock 48 is a solid concealed carry pistol. It’s the slimmer version of the ever-so-popular Glock 19. You see, Glocks have been producing a lot of pistols. Almost one every year or so. And that begs the question, which one to get? There’s a G42, G43, and G43x, all of which are excellent. Yet ... Read more
Ruger SR22: Versatile 22LR Pistol [Hands-On Review]
The Ruger company is a long-time provider of excellent guns to security agencies, police, and other law enforcement agencies as well as citizens. I’m one of those long-time owners of Ruger firearms. Ruger is a name to be reckoned with in American gun production. Ever since 1949, they’ve introduced model after model of innovative, well-built, ... Read more
Heritage Rough Rider Revolver: Hands-On Review
The Heritage Rough Rider revolver has the same classic design and precise action as its big-bore cousins but it’s chambered in either 22 LR or 22 WMR. So is this a good revolver to add to your collection? Heritage Rough Rider Revolver Pros & Cons The Heritage Manufacturing Inc. Heritage Manufacturing has been making rugged, ... Read more
ArmaLite AR-50: Hands-On Review
If you are looking for a rifle that offers unparalleled reliability, accuracy, and functionality, check out the ArmaLite AR-50. When it comes to long-range combat, nothing beats this rifle. Its bolt-action mechanism is engineered to provide the highest levels of accuracy and dependability. The Armalite AR-50 is a single-shot bolt-action rifle with a 30-inch chrome ... Read more
MDT XRS Chassis: Best Beginner Chassis?
Like peanut butter and jelly, butter and shrimp, or tequila and bad decisions – a rifle and a chassis are simply meant to be together. But with so many awesome chassis on the market, finding the perfect one for you can be hard and mistakes are very expensive. MDT is one of the best manufacturers ... Read more
Gamo Swarm Fusion 10X Gen 2: Hands-On Review
The second generation GAMO Swarm Fusion is an amazing upgrade of an already largely innovative break barrel airgun. The GAMO Swarm Fusion 10x Gen2 is GAMO’s way of letting consumers know they were listening. The company largely fixed many complaints people have had with the previous generation while keeping the features that put this airgun ... Read more
Ruger American Predator Hands-On Review: Best Budget Rifle?
The Ruger American Predator is a rifle made for varmint and predator hunting. But it’s not only for predators as many hunters also use it for deer hunting and large game. It’s a popular rifle known for its reliability and affordable price. But is the Ruger Predator the gun for you? Let’s find out in ... Read more
Best Preset Torque Drivers: Fix It Sticks Vs. Wheeler FAT Stixs
Tools, we all love tools, right? Firearms and gunsmiths have a huge range of custom tools, but most of us just need something to help mount scopes and tighten action screws. For those of us that need a simple torque driver that we can rely on, there are two huge names in the industry: Fix ... Read more
Kel-Tec RDB: The Bullpup Redefined [Hands-On Review]
It might not be pretty, but for those looking for a compact rifle to use for home defense, the Bullpup is definitely worth a look. Is the Keltec RDB the best Bullpup in the market? Now that is the question to ask yourself when looking for a Bullpup. Another is, do you want a converted ... Read more
Sig Sauer Cross: Bolt-Action Rifle Re-Imagined [Review]
Cutting-edge advancements in every area have pushed firearm technology to the limit with the current trend to be cutting ounces anywhere possible. The Sig Sauer Cross is one of the most recent big changes in hunting rifles that we’ve seen in a long time. How does it actually stack up? Will it dethrone the walnut ... Read more
IWI Masada – The Optics-Ready Pistol [2022]
The IWI Masada 9mm pistol is an advanced solution to modern battlefield requirements. It is about the same size and profile as the Glock 19 and it’s good to go right from the box. In case you’re new to this gun, IWI stands for Israel Weapon Industries. Being one of the most technologically advanced countries ... Read more
AR-15 Lower Assembly [Hands-On Guide]
Building your own AR-15 lower is the most complex part of an AR-15, but it really isn’t too bad. With some basic tools, a couple of hours (for your first lower, maybe 30 minutes for your 3rd+), and this guide — you’ll quickly be able to assemble your AR-15 lower and get it ready for ... Read more
[Review] Stoeger STR-9: Excellent 9mm
Stoeger is a company that I am familiar with. They’ve been known for decades as an importer of really decent-quality shotguns. Stoeger got this handgunner’s attention around 1980 when they began importing this: This is a German-made Luger .22. Stoeger has owned the rights to the Luger name in the U.S. since 1924. So, they ... Read more
KelTec CP33: .22 Target Pistol Review
“Business in the front, party in the back.” It’s the mantra of this CP33 pistol. Well, I might say that when I first look at it – man, it’s rocking! Knowing that the gun will fire 33 .22 LR rounds before reloading is what makes me extremely excited. KelTec did explore new ideas with this ... Read more
Walther PPS M2 [Hands-on Review 2022]
If you want to shoot like James Bond does, the Walther PPS M2 is for you. This handgun is a groundbreaking yet practical piece of hardware combining a great concealed carry option with unrivaled accuracy and comfort. I’ve had plenty of time with it and, the more I shoot it, the more convinced I am ... Read more
Holosun 510C: Best Value Red Dot Sight? [Hands-On Review]
It might be the trigger finger that sends a bullet downrange, but the eyes ensure it’s right on target. And what better optical aid do we have than a red dot? It makes target acquisition a lot quicker, which can be a total game-changer. While red dots are a joy to use, the good ones ... Read more
SIG M400 Tread: Great AR Under $1,000
There are a lot of AR-15 options out there. For this article we’re going to look at a relative newcomer that is a great shot, and that will set you back less than $1,000. Namely, the Sig M400 Tread. This is a 5.56 NATO calibre rifle based on the venerable M4 and M16 designs. It ... Read more
Rock River Arms LAR-15 [Full 2021 Review]
The Modern Sporting Rifle seems to have a polarizing effect on shooters and non-shooters alike, at least in my experience. To an old-school rifle shooter, an AR-style rifle is anathema to his or her way of thinking…rifles are supposed to be wood and metal with no plastic. I am a fan of the MSR, or ... Read more
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Hi-Point C9 Review [Unboxed and Shot]
Let’s take a look at the Hi-Point C9. So you want to get a pistol but you’re on a budget? You’ve narrowed your caliber choices down to the “big 3” three pistol calibers: the 9mm, .45 ACP or the .40 S&W? You have exactly $200 to spend on a pistol and cannot find (or would ... Read more
Chiappa Rhino 50DS [Complete Hands-On Review]
I have always admired the simplicity of revolvers. You just need to reload them, aim, pull the trigger, and fire. Plus, there is freedom from problems such as wobbly magazines, safeties, and feeding problems common in semiautos. While the Chiappa Rhino 50DS breaks the conventional design of modern revolvers. From its bottom cylinder firing to ... Read more
Taurus G3c Review: The best budget 9mm?
I was minding my own business one day when I got a call from my media contact at Taurus back in June 2020. He said Taurus was coming out with something new, a new 9mm. It would ship with either three 10- or 12-round magazines and was based on the four-inch-barreled G3 full-size 9mm pistol ... Read more
Sig Sauer P365 SAS [Hands-on Review]
The SIG P365 series changed the world of concealed carry. These microcompact guns packed a double-stack capacity into a single stack-sized firearm. In 2019, SIG Sauer introduced the SIG Anti-Snag (SAS), a variation of the SIG P365 with antisnag treatment. It is touted to be the perfect snag-free concealed carry weapon. In this hands-on review, ... Read more
Chiappa Rhino 20DS [Revolver’s Review]
The Chiappa Rhino revolver is a one-of-a-kind take on the classic revolver — a gun with an unusual appearance. I love the unique design of the Rhino that sets itself apart from ordinary revolvers. What you will notice upfront is the barrel, which aligns with the lowermost chamber of the cylinder, and the gun’s six-chambered ... Read more
ZPAP92: 7.62×39 AK Pistol Review
Chances are that if you are reading this article, you either already have at least one Kalashnikov rifle of your own or are considering it strongly. It’s estimated that there’s one AK for every 70 people on Earth and that alone says a lot about it. The Serbs are one of those that took inspiration ... Read more
Ruger 10/22 Takedown Review: “One To Go, Please!”
The Ruger 10/22 is one of the most successful rimfire rifles ever made. Depending upon which source you trust, they have sold either five, seven, or eight million rifles since the model was introduced in 1964. (At any rate, that’s a bunch!). I have accounted for exactly two of those sold. My first 10/22 was ... Read more
[Review] DS Arms FAL SA58
The Fusil Automatic Leger (FAL) is a popular rifle both in Europe and the United States. Although its name translates to “light automatic rifle,” this is a semi-automatic. Nowadays, the company DS Arms makes all-American modern-day FALs under the SA58 series. I’ve had the chance to review one of them. With a hefty price tag ... Read more
[Exclusive Review] Heritage Barkeep .22 Revolver
Are you looking for an inexpensive .22 revolver to carry with you on your rambles into the hinterland? Does your tackle box need an inexpensive .22 in it? How about a gun to carry with you as you run your traplines? Do you need something to take with you when you check your fence rows ... Read more
