Wilson Combat continues to strengthen its pistol offerings in 2016 with the release of the all new Sentinel Compact. RELATED STORY: Sentinel Professional: Wilson Combat’s Short-Slide Pistol The new Compact merges Wilson Combat’s shortest slide fighting pistol — the Sentinel — with the frame of its compact 1911 series handguns. The result is a pistol designed for accurate shooting and easy concealment. The […]
DIY: Camo Paint Your Rifle – Sponge Style
A few months back we produced Vickers Slings in one of the coolest camo patterns – Multicam Tropic. This pattern is awesome when used in the southeast, but doesn’t look so awesome used on a black rifle. Unsatisfied with the Multicam Tropic sling and black rifle combination, I decided to paint guns to match my […]
Ghost Inc.’s Combative Application Trigger Kit For GLOCK Pistols
The following is a press release from Ghost Inc. The CAT trigger is a 4.5-pound “semi” drop-in trigger connector for the Glock family of pistols (42/43 excepted) that smooths the trigger action and reduces over-travel. Developed by Ghost Inc. at the insistence of retired law enforcement officer, author and trainer Dave Spaulding, the CAT is […]
Pick Your Pocket: 4 Common Locations For Your Pocket Pistol
Choosing a pocket pistol can be a daunting task, especially these days when there are more choices in compact handguns than ever before. However, selecting a gun and holster is just part of the problem. You also need to choose a proper pocket in which to carry it so you can draw it quickly and […]
Three Reasons Why “Smart Guns” Are A Stupid Idea
TTAG’s blogged the development of so-called “smart guns” for years. With President Obama’s executive order paving the way for government agencies to deploy guns requiring electronic owner identification of one sort or another, the issue is back in the news. As a free market guy, I see no reason why “smart guns” shouldn’t be available for […]
M1A SOCOM 16 CQB: Springfield’s Close-Quarters Brawler
From the very beginning of my police career, I considered the 5.56mm NATO to be less than optimal. Sure, it gets the job done, and 20 years of improvement have only made it better. But for a number of applications, it’s still a bit wanting. This prompted my search for a duty-ready .308 Winchester/7.62mm NATO […]
11 Quick-Draw Neck Knives For Everyday Carry
We all know that a person needs a knife on them at all times. In the past, options rested with either a fixed blade in a belt sheath, a folding knife in a belt pouch or pocket, or—in the rare instance that it was more convenient—a boot knife. RELATED STORY: Blades of Glory: 8 Fixed Blades […]
Watch: Gemtech’s 9mm Aurora Suppressor
In 2014, I had the opportunity to visit Gemtech’s facility in Boise, Idaho. We were in the arms cage packing for a range trip when I noticed a plastic tray with 10 or so very small suppressors. Each was not much larger than a tube of lipstick. Being the polite guest, I asked before touching. […]
Review: BCM Mk15 Watch
Bravo Company Manufacturing, known for its line of AR rifles and 1911 handguns, has a number of premium offerings. In addition to AR accessories, edged weapons and other signature tactical gear, the company has ventured into a new product realm: watches. The Watch The BCM Mk15 Tritium Watch is a limited edition offering from Bravo […]
PMAG 27 GL9: Magpul’s 27-Round Magazine For Glock 9mm Pistols
Glock owners are in for a serious treat with one of Magpul’s latest additions: the PMAG 27 GL9. The PMAG 27 GL9 is a 27-round Glock 9mm handgun magazine featuring a new proprietary all-polymer construction for flawless reliability and durability over thousands of rounds. RELATED STORY: Magpul Releases Additional Colors For Core Gloves Meeting the overall […]