Air Venturi, the leading manufacturer and importer of airgun, airsoft, and ammunition brands, is introducing the Air Venturi Nomad, a 4500 PSI portable air compressor built for the airgunner on the move. Now available at AirVenturi.com, the release offers a portable, affordable filling option for PCP shooters. “With the release of the Air Venturi 4500 […]
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The Colt Custom Shop Is Accepting 1911 Work Orders Again
Courtesy of Tactical Life The Colt Custom Shop has announced that it’s once again accepting 1911 custom work orders. RELATED STORY: Colt’s Combat Unit Rail Gun – A Top-of-the-Line 1911 In a press release, the iconic gun maker explained that it took a hiatus from accepting new orders late last year in order to reduce the […]
Can Test: Liberty Leonidas Integral Upper on Seekins, Colt Lowers
Courtesy of Tactical Life It has taken a few years, but the popularity of the 300 Blackout is starting to settle. As the initial hype has faded and ammunition availability increased, its practical value has become more evident. That process is common in the firearms industry, but it’s more intense today thanks to social media […]
The Mexican Colt?
Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear The Mexican Colt? Just when you thought you’ve seen everything, you find another rock layer. At first glance most people think that the pictured revolver is a Colt Single Action Army Model of 1873. The ubiquitous Peacemaker with its plough handle shaped grip, three screws in the frame and distinctive […]
Colt Series 70 Competition Pistol Line: Brand New for 2017
Courtesy of Tactical Life Say hello to the Colt Series 70 Competition pistol lineup. Yes, you read that right. Originally offered with a Series 80 firing system, the Colt Competition pistol is now available with—you guessed it—the company’s Series 70 firing system. “The Series 70 firing system has long been associated with Colt’s heritage as a top manufacturer […]
Daytona Defenders: Inside the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Volusia County, Fla., is known all over the world for its incredible beaches, including Daytona Beach, which is so wide at points that starting in the early 1900s, cars began to race on the firm sand. The northeastern coast of Florida became the epicenter for early motorsports, and in 1947, […]
Colt’s Combat Unit Rail Gun: A Top-of-the-Line 1911
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) “Colt .45 automatic.” For shooters of my generation, that phrase just has a ring to it. When I got into handguns, it was a term used more often than “1911,” perhaps in part because Colt was pretty much the sole commercial manufacturer of 1911-style pistols then. And yes, I know, the […]
Self-Defense Tips You Can Use Anywhere
You can survive any attack by being mentally prepared, having an action plan and possessing the proper tools, such as a firearm and/or an edged weapon like a knife. Generally speaking, the three areas where we go most often—the home, the office and in transit—are the places where we should be the most prepared to […]
16 Best of the Best Full-Size Pistols From ‘Combat Handguns’ in 2016
(Courtesy of Tactical Life) Full-size pistols bring a reliable, hard-hitting effectiveness that is tough to match. RELATED STORY: The 13 Best Rifles from ‘Tactical Weapons’ in 2016 The previous year saw a number of releases that quickly made their mark in the full-size pistol category. From impeccable accuracy to exceptional ergonomics, each handgun on this list has […]
9 AR Rifles Under $1,000 For Your Holiday Wish List
(Originally published on Tactical Life) Firearm enthusiasts’ holiday wish lists can run up a bill pretty quickly because the guns they adore tend to have a hefty price tag attached to them. So we came up with a list of AR rifles that shoot like champions without breaking the bank. RELATED STORY: AR Pistols & Rifles: 20 […]