While there are a number of quality optics manufacturers, few enjoy name brand recognition as widespread as Leupold and Stevens, Inc. A fifth generation family run business, the Beaverton, Oregon based corporation has annual sales exceeding $160 million and employs over 700 people. Leupold has long been known for their quality optics and “Gold Ring” […]
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Why I Abandoned the AR-15 Rifle
The AR-15 and its cousin, the select-fire-capable M4 carbine, have served the United States Armed Forces and many of its allies for nearly 50 years. Many of us know the history behind its selection and implementation, complete with all its growing pains. Today’s M4 is similar to the original M16A1, but advancements in machining, design, materials, […]
Axelson’s Dietz Tribute Rifle
Axelson Tactical, custom builder of a host of highly regarded, limited-edition firearms to honor fallen American military heroes, has produced one such series for 2016 that pays tribute to Navy SEAL Danny P. Dietz, Jr., who was killed in action on June 28, 2005, while fighting Taliban insurgents in Operation Red Wings. That battle and […]
Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed M4 Chest Rig
Previously, I’ve written several articles on body armor and armor carriers. However, armor is heavy and not always appropriate to the situation. What if you want to run a chest rig unarmored and are looking to keep weight to a minimum? Enter the Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed M4 Chest Rig. This ultra-lightweight piece of gear […]
‘No Easy Day’ Special Missions Carbine Package
Mark Owens, author of the best-selling book No Easy Day, has worked closely with USM4 to create the No Easy Day Special Missions Carbine package. Owens has used his knowledge and experience as an operator at the “tip of the spear” for over 14 years to create the weapon. Every single piece has been selected by […]
The Rifle Scope that Mimics the Human Eye – RAZAR
There’s been a major breakthrough in the world of AR rifle scopes. In fact, it’s been over 100 years since we’ve seen anything of this magnitude in shooting optics. Special Forces members of the United States military went in search a different kind of scope, a scope that would allow the shooter to adjust the zoom […]
1-5 AR Drill!
Here is a fun drill that I like to conduct on the range whenever I’m behind the AR platform. You’ll learn a lot about your platform as well as yourself from this drill, especially if you have a friend record you shooting it. If you’re unfamiliar with trigger reset, muzzle control, eye/weapon target transitioning, body […]
AR TrackingPoint Sniper Technology
I’m sure by now most of you have seen the hype around the TrackingPoint Sniper Rifle. No matter what some may say about the system, it is a cool piece of equipment and I can see the benefits of using one. When the TrackingPoint Sniper Riflewas first introduced, it was exclusively for the long rifle, […]
CRUX Suppressors
Crux \ˈkrō\ is a suppressor company that is pushing the envelope and is fast becoming known for building the leading suppressor on the market. The overwhelming response to their performance is the reason they are seeing such growth in the market. And they are not afraid to prove it; with so much fluff marketing out […]
At Home Shooting Range Time!
Many times we find that getting to the shooting range can be a hassle, may it be the weather, finances, range limitations, etc. There is a way you can stay on top of your game when you aren’t able to get out and shoot, and only cost you a few dollars. Something that I make […]