(Article originally published on The Firearm Blog) The same day that I bought myself a brand new Glock 19, I drove straight to a gunshop that had a set of the Ameriglo Hackathorn sights in stock and had them installed right then. One of the points of contention I have with the factory Glock sights […]
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Review: LaRue MBT Trigger
(Article originally published on The Firearm Blog) LaRue Tactical, a high-end manufacturer of resetting target systems, Quick-Detachable optic mounts and AR precision rifles, began producing their own 2-stage trigger design in 2015. Named the MBT-2S, the new LaRue trigger kit is made for the AR-15 and AR-10 style lower receivers (standard small pins only, no weird […]
REVIEW: LaserMax Spartan Light/Laser Combo
(Article originally published on The Firearm Blog) Think back to the first time you saw a weapon-mounted laser in a movie. For me, it was Terminator, when Arnold Schwarzenegger cut through a smokey room with a red beam of death. That massive device shined dimly even at short distances and probably had a sub 10 […]
Gear Review: Strike Industries EMP+2 GLOCK 43 Magazine Extension
(Article originally published on The Truth About Guns) When GLOCK introduced its long-awaited sub-compact 9mm G43 to the U.S. market, naysayers were not impressed. “It’s too late to the party!” they cried, as if GLOCK’s commercial caution had offended the gods of free market capitalism. The more serious complaint: the G43 packs fewer rounds than comparable compacts like, say, the Smith & Wesson M&P […]
Review: MSA Sordin Digital Supreme Pro X
(Article originally published on The Firearm Blog) For the last 4 or 5 years, I have been a huge proponent of the Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic Earmuffs; that was until I broke more than six pairs in the span of a couple of years. This last set gave up the ghost a couple of […]
Alpha Wolf Glock Barrels | Review
One of the nice things about the Glock handgun platform is the amount of accessories available, interchangeability between platforms, and reliability. When it comes to accessories for my personal gun I always ask myself if the said accessory will provide any benefit other than looks. As I’ve said in previous articles (about my Glock 17), […]
WHY APPENDIX CARRY?
(Article originally published on T.REX-ARMS) Some of our most popular and innovative products are made for appendix carry. We get asked all the time, “Why would you want to wear a gun in front which is so dangerous and/or uncomfortable?” Well, the purpose of this article is to outline the benefits and dangers of appendix […]
Cloud Defensive LCS MK1/ICC Review
(Article originally published on Breach Bang Clear) Cloud Defensive LCS MK1/ICC Review 50 Shades of FDE When I got my Surefire Mini Scout kit last year, I wanted a better solution to mount the ST07 momentary tape switch than the included velcro tape. The velcro tape works well in some configurations, but leaves the switch […]
Blitzkrieg Components’ New Color Options For AR Front Sight Posts
(Article originally published on Tactical Life) The following is a release from Blitzkrieg Components Blitzkrieg Components, LLC has just released several new options for their series of AR style front sight posts. First is a new bright orange color option that is now available in addition to the black, white and luminescent green options previously […]
Watch: Pros and Cons of Appendix Carry
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again; appendix inside the waistband carry is the go-to method for true concealed carry. Yes there are pros and cons to it as you’ll see in this video. I’ve also heard this recommendation from both Kyle Defoor and John ‘Shrek’ McPhee; both experienced Special Operations veterans. Both […]