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Weapon optic technology has advanced at a breakneck pace the last 15 years as the Global War on Terror has necessitated advances in war fighting. One of these advances has been the melding of magnified optic and reflex sight in what we see today as variable powered optics that go from true 1x to 5-6x […]
Grey Ghost Gear (GGG) is one part of the strategic triumvirate that also features Grey Ghost Precision (GGP) and Tactical Tailor. While GGP deals in lead-slinging hardware and Tactical Tailor knocks out mind-boggling amounts of gear tailor-made for warfighters, GGG has a somewhat smaller scope. To me, the result of this focus is GGG having an […]
The first time I recall using a shotgun was with my Grandpa while Duck hunting somewhere in Texas. My shooting style, experience, and preference has evolved much since my days of ripped waders and my grandpa’s guidance. Now I focus mostly on tactical shooting, not only because it is my passion but also because for […]
Originally published on Tactical Life Photo courtesy of Hornady It’s time to pop the champagne over at Hornady: the FBI has officially awarded the Nebraska-based outfit a contract for its Critical Duty 40 S&W 175 gr. FlexLock ammunition. RELATED STORY: 9mm or 45 ACP? How the Age-Old Debate Should Really Be Approached “Critical Duty ammunition is the culmination of many […]
My lubricants need to do several things in the following order of importance; not give me cancer, keep my weapon running, and protect my weapon. My test platform is always my MK18, since it is brutal on any lubricant. The heat tends to vaporize most lubes and if they survive the heat they rarely survive […]
In the following video I take a moment to describe some of the various sling designs. I take into account my own personal experiences as well as those I’ve served with and currently serve with. Although there is not a one size fits all when it comes to sling selection, there may be a couple […]
You may have seen photos of them in different combat environments. Multicam cloth wrapped around a suppressor. In most cases these are suppressor covers. There is a lot of confusion when it comes to suppressor covers and their intended purposes. A suppressor cover is a heat-resistant material that covers the suppressor, often it is made […]
This soft shell pouch comes in the typical sizes: pistol and rifle. These seem suspiciously like the HSGI Taco, however, it seems to have a few immediate differences. First off I noticed a fabric difference, the Taco has a Cordura body while this Scorpion has a rubbery body. Retention is gained with a kydex sheath […]
Pat McNamara is always thinking outside the box and taking advantage of every opportunity to incorporate functional fitness into his shooting drills. This time he runs a pistol course of fire with the Carolina Arms Group Trenton 9, but adds in two 40lb dumbbells. If you’re looking for a way to take your shooting drills […]
ALG Defense is the sister company to Geissele Automatics. While the latter has won a hard-earned reputation as a manufacturer of premium AR aftermarket triggers, ALG Defense is warranting attention on their own merits. Started by Amy Lynn Geissele (hence, ALG) in 2012, ALG Defense brings a pedigree of precision machining and innovation to the […]
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