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Guns In Movies: Smith and Wesson Model 29

You don’t have to be a firearms enthusiast to recognize one of the most iconic guns in movies, the Smith and Wesson Model 29 revolver. History Smith and Wesson first produced a large frame (the 29 utilizes S&W’s N-frame) revolver for the .44 Magnum round in 1955. Two years later, it was given the designation […]

Hexmag AR-15 Pistol Grips: Better Grip for Better Hits

Hexmag, LLC (www.hexmag.com), maker of advanced AR-15/AR-10 magazines, also makes AR pistol grips. The two grips are available in black or flat dark earth and feature upper grip extensions to improve ergonomics. The Hexmag Tactical Grip (HTG) features a unique over molded soft rubber grip surface with finger grooves and a rounded back strap swell […]

KKM Match Glock 26 Barrel: 8” groups at 85 yards

…with a subcompact? Awhile back, I decided to upgrade the little 3.42″ barrel in my Glock 26. I changed the ammo I was carrying from 124gr to 147gr and the stock barrel didn’t seem to like it as much. Specifically, I have steel in my back yard at 55 and 85 yards and my hit […]

Sig Sauer 365 Ammunition: Optimized for Everyday Carry

SIG SAUER’s high-performance SIG 365 Elite Performance Ammunition in 115gr 9mm SIG V-Crown® and SIG FMJ loads are designed for optimal performance in short barrel, concealed carry pistols, such as its namesake – the revolutionary P365™ high-capacity, micro compact. SIG 365 ammunition uses low-flash, clean burning powders for maximum performance with minimal recoil. Training the […]

Springfield Armory Drops Dick’s Sporting Goods

I, for one, applaud the stand that Springfield has taken to forgo profit and support freedom and the second amendment. Springfield Armory is severing ties with Dick’s Sporting Goods and its subsidiary, Field & Stream, in response to their hiring a group for anti-Second Amendment lobbying. This action follows Dick’s Sporting Goods’ decision to remove and destroy […]

Golden Saber Bonded: Penetration and Consistency

I consider Remington Golden Saber hollow points to be excellent rounds for those serious about having rounds that are proven to perform reliably. With this, I feel that the Golden Saber Bonded is a natural progression in performance. Terminally, they still maintain good penetration, with the added benefit of continuing to perform after passing through […]

Hands on Owner’s Review: SilencerCo Maxim 9

SilencerCo debuted the prototype of the Maxim 9 in September 2015 and the community instantly went nuts over it. A truly innovative design, it is the first practical integrally suppressed handgun. They are currently shipping and the anticipation is over. As it turns out, the anticipation was worth every moment. I got my hands on […]

Guns In Movies: Beretta 93R “Auto 9”

This pistol is one of my favorite guns in movies, the Beretta 93R AKA the “Auto 9.” History The Beretta 93R was developed in the late 1970s for Italian military and law enforcement use. The 93R is based off of the previously discussed Model 92, but with the added feature of being select fire. The […]

Springfield Armory Teams Up With Trijicon: 10mm Bad, RMR Good

The outstanding Springfield Armory TRP 10mm is now even better. The new RMR version sports a shiney Trijicon® Optic with a Red-Dot for Fast Target Acquisition There are two models, one with a 5” barrel, and one with a 6” barrel – are now available with a Trijicon Ruggedized Miniature Reflex (RMR) sight milled into […]

Fastest Sights In Any Light: XS Sights F8 Night Sight

Famous for quick shooting big dot sights, XS® Sights is now offering new models in its popular lines of Express sights and F8 Night Sights. I have long used XS sights on my carry gun and I find them fast and easy to use. The eyes pick up the dot quickly making shooting both eyes […]