There are a myriad of options available for rifle accessories, including sights. How do you narrow down what will best suit your rifle? That all depends on what you’re looking to get out of your build. Whether your interest is long distance shooting, quick target acquisition, or just some plinking, the aim of this post […]
Hop up your Glock: Grip Plug
Many shooters like the smooth look of a grip plug in their Glock. It can also keep stray dirt out of your gun. Nothing to it.
SMG, MP, PDW…Oh My: Forgotten Weapons Explains Submachine Gun Terminology
The guys at Forgotten Weapons have done a great video which explains small caliber machinegun terminology: submachine guns, personal defense weapons, and machine pistols. Terminology. Forgotten Weapons tells us who makes them, why they exist and their place in military history. Submachine Gun: Pistol caliber, fully automatic, and fitted with a shoulder stock. For example, Thompson, […]
Thureon Defense 9mm PCC
Continuing our coverage of pistol-caliber carbines we were alerted to Thureon Defense. The now cliche questions are always, “Does it take Glock mags?”, and “Does it come in 10mm?”. The answer to both is YES. Thureon Defense is a small specialty company based in Germantown, WI. What do they specialize in? TRUE pistol-caliber carbines! These […]
Bayonext: The New Spirit of the Bayonet
When you think of the bayonet, the first thing you’re likely to think of are the grainy photos of Union and Confederate soldiers or paintings that depict Redcoats marching in formation. A new veteran owned company, Bayonext, has put an exciting, innovative and modern twist on one of the oldest battle implements still in use […]
LMG, MMG, SAW, HMG, GPMG…Oh My: Forgotten Weapons Explains Machine Gun Terminology
The guys at Forgotten Weapons have done a great video which explains Machine Gun Terminology. Not only are there way too many different categories of machine guns, some of these terms have changed over time. Forgotten Weapons tells us who makes them, why they exist and their place in military history. Automatic Rifle: Shoulder or hip […]
SIG SAUER Introduces Match Elite Pistol Competition Ammunition
SIG SAUER is pleased to introduce Match Elite pistol competition ammunition. Available in 147gr 9mm Luger, the soft-shooting, low-recoil Match Elite load features coated nickel cases and fast, clean-burning powder for exceptional performance and shootability in fast-paced competitions. Velocities will range from approximately 860 to 900 fps, depending on the type of pistol used. With […]
Hop up your Glock: Trigger Connector
One of the first things most people do to a factory Glock is smooth out the trigger with a 3.5 connector. This cleans up the pull and makes it easier to break a shot without moving the sights. This cones standard on the competition models (G-34, G-35 and G-41) but don’t come on duty guns. […]
Why You Should Miss When Shooting: The Philosophy of Self-Training
If you never miss in training, you don’t know your limits. You will never realize your full potential. Lucas Botkin explains an important philosophy of self-training. The importance of pushing oneself to the point of failure. Lucas Botkin is the founder and CEO of T.REX ARMS and the primary shooter in the company. He shoots […]
WW2 German Infantry Field Gear: What They Carried and Where They Carried It
A quick video showing how the German Webbing from WW2 would be assembled and worn. Note that there are various configurations and multiple ways to wear the webbing. This video shows just one way and shows a unique way of securing the gas mask canister with 2 utility straps (this was used to stop the […]