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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
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
The 4 Best 1-8x Scopes: 2022 Ultimate Buyer’s Guide
Some of the more common scopes you can find on the market include your 1-4x or 3-9x. But arguably a more versatile niche of scopes is the 1-8x. It basically acts like two scopes in one. In most cases, a 1-8x scope will have a 24-30mm objective lens. These scopes are great for midrange hunting, and that 8x ... 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
The 4 Best DMR Scopes
Designated Marksman Rifles or DMR are unique types of guns with the qualities of both a rifle and a sniper. It plays a particularly influential role in both police enforcement and the military. A DMR needs a good DMR scope, which has a few unique capabilities. This is a review of what I see as ... 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
Best 6.5 Creedmoor Magazines
The 6.5 Creedmoor is a solid round that has been increasing in popularity significantly over the course of the last several years. Today, there are more makes and models of rifles chambered for this round than ever before. But if there is one part of your rifle that is more important than all other parts ... Read more
The 4 Best EOTech Magnifiers [2022]
The most popular sights for tactical rifles, shotguns, and handguns are 1X holographic and reflex sights. These types of sights have many benefits during close-range and tactical combat. However, they don’t offer very accurate medium to long-range shooting capabilities. Now, this is where EOTech magnifiers come in making your sight even better. Magnifiers are a ... Read more
How To Buy A Gun In California
California is one of the largest and most populated states in the union, known for our beaches, mountains, military bases, Hollywood, and a whole lot more — we’re also known as one of the worst states for gun owners to live in. Even something as simple as how to buy a gun in California is ... Read more
How To Sell A Gun
While many of us live by the law of “never sell, only buy”, there comes a time in most of our lives when you have at least one more gun than you really need or want. So why not turn that into something new! But how, where, and what is legal is a big question ... Read more
Best .300 Blackout Magazines
Having the best rifle and ammo won’t matter if you have a terrible magazine. A good magazine will significantly improve the reliability of your weapon. A well-built, properly packed magazine will consistently load rounds into your chamber even in the most unfavorable conditions. For those who aren’t sure what they’re looking for, it might be ... Read more
7 Best Survival Rifles
A survival firearm is for when things have gone really, really wrong. Nuclear winter, natural disaster, aliens, zombies, that kind of thing. But what is the best survival rifle? While your normal SHTF guns will be useful, survival rifles look to not only help defend yourself but also give you a solid option to help ... Read more
Best Type of Gun for Home Defense
Finding the best gun for home defense is essential. With all that’s happening at home in the US and around the world nowadays, it’s always best to prepare before a threat occurs. Depending on your budget, situation, and what you’re comfortable with — the right gun for you might not be the right gun for ... Read more
Best M4 Lower Receivers
If you are planning on upgrading your M4 or you’re building a new M4 from the ground up, the lower receiver is one of the most important components to invest in. Almost all configurations of an M4 lower receiver on its own are already considered a firearm by federal law. However, don’t let that intimidate ... 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
Short Barreled Rifle [SBR]: All You Need to Know
SBRs and pistols, is your dog safe from the federal policeman? This is a question that weighs heavily on the minds of many of us. While a short-barreled rifle like an AR-15 or AK sounds pretty awesome, there are some legal oddities that make it a little more complex. We’ll break them all down and ... Read more
The 4 Best Marlin 795 Accessories
The Marlin 795 is a fantastic rifle that can be really effective. Particularly for mid-range shooting, from vermin hunting to target practice. And it can be pretty handy in a home defence situation as well. Whatever you use this great rifle for, it will be a much better experience if you add a few well ... Read more
Best Ruger 10/22 Rifle Barrels
Gun owners and Ruger enthusiasts, we’ve found the best barrels for your 10/22 rifle. Keep reading to find out more. The Ruger 10/22 is the best-selling rifle of all time. It’s so popular because it’s reliable, affordable, and accurate. With a host of customization options, including barrels, stocks, and scopes, it can be tailored to ... Read more
20 Best 6.5 Creedmoor AR for Long-Range & Hunting
The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge has a solid reputation in long-range shooting. Hunters and competitors in high-powered rifle competitions love it. The bullet’s streamlined design allows for smooth and precise long-range firing. As a result, manufacturers now offer different types of 6.5 Creedmoor AR. This cartridge boasts a level trajectory and outstanding accuracy. Also, it reaches ... Read more
How To Get a Class 3 Firearms License [2022]
You probably heard of the Class 3 Firearms License. But what exactly is it and is it truly necessary? If you enjoy shooting and collecting firearms, you’re probably aware that the vast majority of civilians in the United States can own and shoot a wide range of firearms legally without obtaining a federal-level license. In ... Read more
The 5 Best 3-9×40 Scopes on the Market: Ultimate Buyer’s Guide
A 3-9×40 scope is must-have gear for any hunter. Having a wide power magnification range is ideal for hunting, which requires different levels of magnification depending on the distance of the shot. A 3-9×40 scope not only provides a hunter with all he needs for hunting, but the sleek design of these scopes makes rifles ... Read more
The 5 Best Scopes for SKS Rifles
During the Cold War, the SKS rifle was a staple of the Soviet Union. Today, other nations still use it for ceremonial purposes, and some keep it as a reserve or militia issue. SKS rifles are common in war zones across the globe, and many have been brought to the United States since the 1980s. ... Read more
Best Back-Up Iron Sights (BUIS): Sighting System That Never Shuts Off
Nowadays, red dots and modern optics are all the rage in gun sighting systems. They’re great and all, but are not totally immune to the weakness of all things electrical – they can shut off. Also, optics usually involve some sort of glass lance that can scratch or even break. Things can easily go out ... Read more
11 Best Long-Range Rifles: Go the Distance
If you’ve never shot a long-range rifle, let me tell you something–you’re missing out! I don’t think there is a shooter alive that doesn’t get a little giddy at that telltale clink! of a steel target at a couple hundred yards and the sound of your spotter calling your hits. It’s a rush, but if ... Read more
Best .308 Winchester Semi-Auto Rifles
Be it long-range shooting, hunting, or getting ready for the end of the world as we know it, sometimes you don’t want 5 rifles for 5 roles when 1 can do the job. But to do that, you need a cartridge that can keep up. Something not so powerful it blows you back into the ... 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
8 Best .22 LR Rifles [2021]
Maybe not as instantaneously synonymous with American culture as Coca-Cola, but the .22 Long Rifle is up there, and is actually an even older symbol of this great country. From teaching kids how to shoot, to clearing the forest of small game, to ringing steel targets at 200+ yards, we now live in a golden ... Read more
4 Best Muzzleloader Scopes
With the advances in muzzleloader technology, gone are the days where muzzleloaders were inferior compared to modern centerfire rifles regarding power and accuracy. With some of today’s models, muzzleloaders in the hands of an experienced marksman can rival your traditional centerfire rifles for accuracy up to 300yards. To fully maximize the accuracy and distance of your ... Read more
Best .30-30 Scopes for Lever Action Rifles [And Mounts]
The classic .30-30 rifle has been an American staple since the closing years of the 19th century. Still going strong today, the iconic .30-30 levergun is a part of our cultural heritage, and a traditional hunting and sport shooting rifle for countless people. Given the ubiquitous nature of this rifle, it is no wonder people are constantly ... Read more
