Shooting

MARCORSYSCOM Releases RFI for M4, M4A1, M27 Suppressors

Courtesy of Tactical Life Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) has issued a request for information (RFI) for commercially available suppressors to be used on the M4, M4A1, and M27 weapon systems chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO. RELATED STORY: Silence Is Golden – Deployed Marine Unit Gives Thumbs Up to Rifle Suppressors The RFI, which was released last Thursday, comes just a few […]

Best AR 15 Cleaning Kit – Cheap & Effective 2017

You are interested in the AR 15 rifle due to its function. Then, you make one purchase to carry out your hunting seasons. After long – term using (about few hundred rounds of .223 through the barrel), you get stuff with the AR – 15. You discover it is not clean is the main reason […]

Suppressed Armament Systems | Blast Diverter

Those of us who have had the pleasure of shooting suppressed weapons know how much more enjoyable those little cylinders can make the shooting experience. Similarly, we who have stood next to someone on the range who was shooting with a muzzle brake on a magnum caliber or a short barreled rifle will attest that experience is about […]

Nikon BLACK Force1000 1-4x Optic | Quick Look

Nikon is continuing to develop their line of sport optics with the release of the BLACK Force1000, a 1-4x optic for shooting close- to mid-range. Having recently checked out the BLACK X1000 4-16x precision riflescope, it has me excited to run the Force1000 through its paces. First, let’s cover the tech specs as provided by […]

Smith & Wesson Releases California-Compliant M&P15 Sport II Rifles

Courtesy of Tactical Life Smith & Wesson has announced it is now shipping out new versions of its M&P15 Sport II rifles. These two models have been designed to work within the bounds of California’s strict laws for semi-auto centerfires. Chambered in 5.56mm NATO, the California-compliant versions of the rifle both feature a 10-round magazine; fixed stock […]

Black Rain Ordnance – BROmance with a rifle?

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Black Rain Ordnance – BROmance with a rifle? Mike the Mook If you’ve been following us on social media (and you should be), you already know we received a couple rifles from Black Rain Ordnance. Shoot ’em and see what you think, they said, so we did. The Tactical Hippie already told you what he […]

The Overlooked Reason Why Bolt Guns Will Always Be Relevant

Courtesy of Tactical Life In June, a Canadian Special Forces sniper set a new record by killing an ISIL fighter from a distance of about 2.2 miles. The shot was taken using a McMillan TAC-50, bolt action rifle. To the precision shooting community, the weapon of choice is not a surprise. The tighter tolerances of bolt guns […]

Suppressor Covers | Handle the Heat

If you’ve done any precision shooting through magnified optics, you’re probably aware of the effect mirage has on your visibility. The shimmering heat waves reduce optical clarity and can be a big distraction. This problem is compounded when shooting suppressed as the can is one big fire-trap. In a similar fashion, if you’ve spent much […]

Glock Mod | Grip Force Adapter

If you’re not familiar with Grip Force Adapters, you should definitely check them out (if you’re a Glock person). They basically lengthen the tang on the Glock so it’s more like a 1911 tang, and ever so slightly straightens out the grip angle. I’m not a huge Glock mod guy and steer clear of most of them. The only […]

Dry Fire Training Cards | First Look

Dry fire training is probably the most cost-effective method of training one can invest in. All it requires is a gun, and a helping of common sense. You do not need ammunition. You do not have to pay for time at a range. At most all you need is your chosen gun, and a target […]