Shooting

XS Big Dot Sights on the Glock 17

XS Sights have been around for several years now, but I rarely ever see them on the range or in training courses I’ve taken. Maybe it’s because they are considered to be more of a ‘combat sight’ and not for precision shooting. If your goal is to put rounds on target in as tight a […]

Battle-Proven: Pilot Mountain Arms Operator 1911

Courtesy of Tactical Life In 1991, Brian Searcy was on a desolate section of the Appalachian Trail facing the trial of his life. The final phase of “selection” for Delta Force was a 40-mile ruck march over the rough mountainous terrain. Without knowing the time requirements, the candidate had to hit multiple RV points while carrying a 45-pound […]

Russia’s AK-12 has Passed Field Tests and is Ready for Deployment

The Russian AK-12 assault rifle is ready to become the new standard weapon of the Russian armed forces, has passed military field tests and now meets all of the Russian armed forces’ design and operational standards, according to Jane’s 360. The AK-12’s success in military trials sets it up to become the standard weapon for […]

Blue Force Gear Medic Sling – Go anywhere do anything

The Vickers sling from Blue Force Gear is by far my favorite sling for a rifle. I’ve used the Vickers Standard Issue for over 5 years now and along the way have gotten the Vickers One and Vickers AK sling. I’m pumped to be here today to introduce the newest sling in Blue Force Gear’s lineup, […]

The Sidearm of the World: The Browning Hi-Power and its Everlasting Popularity

By ITS Guest Contributor During the Cold War, “Steve” traveled the world serving as a covert operator for the United States. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and possessing a graduate degree in geography, he could pass as a businessman or expatriate at first glance, whether at home or almost anywhere in East Asia. Like any good operative, he […]

2017’s New Suppressor Lineup Is Insanely Versatile

Courtesy of Tactical Life Sound suppressors are becoming more and more popular because of all the benefits they offer shooters. They protect your hearing, won’t spook game and will certainly improve your relationships with your neighbors. Though they still fall under the National Firearms Act (NFA) and consequently are much more regulated at the federal […]

JTT: Maybe You Should Clean Your Can?

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Just The Tip: Maybe You Should Clean Your Can? Alexander Crown Silencers are a buzzword right now–so why not capitalize on some of that sweet, sweet google traffic? Not only are silencers really newsworthy right now, but there are a lot of abhorrent silencer nerds at Breach Bang Clear. So […]

Survival Rifle Review: Chiappa’s lightweight and foldable Little Badger

I first came across the Chiappa Little Badger survival rifle in a magazine a few months ago, and distinctly recall thinking to myself, “I’m not sure how useful that would be… but it sure looks cool,” as I kept flipping through the pages. In that brief moment, I told myself that if I came across […]

Dougify Your Red Dots: ATEi

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Dougify Your Red Dots: ATEi Breach Bang Clear News Team Last week we ran a red dot/iron sight comparison article by Paul Gardner. In it he mentions some custom work by a company called ATEi. Those of you who follow us regularly know that many of our minions and even lesser, more […]

Video | John ‘Shrek’ McPhee Talks about his 2 Point Adjustable Sling

Here we are taking another quick look at a product offered by SOB Tactical; the 2 point adjustable sling designed and sold by John ‘Shrek’ McPhee. Back in the day 2 point slings were all there was. As time evolved and gear evolved, the single point slings became more popular. In the Marine Corps we […]