I’m a nut for trying out new optics: I’m constantly buying and borrowing various aiming devices to fulfill a darwinian selection process atop my rifles. In this never-ending journey, I came across a Leupold LCO and couldn’t wait to take a crack at it. On paper, the LCO (Leupold Carbine Optic) is a technological wonder. Boasting […]
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Reaper Tips: How Do You Carry Concealed?
Nick Irving shares a discusses the advantages of carrying a concealed weapon (pistol) in a variety of different positions.
Army Set to Host Classified Industry Days for Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle
Courtesy of Tactical Life The U.S. Army has posted a special notice announcing classified industry days for its Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle, the intended replacement for the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) in Brigade Combat Teams (BCT) and select support units over the next ten years. According to Soldier Systems, the industry days will take place July 25-27, 2017 at Fort […]
US Army Issues RFI for 7.62 Interim Combat Service Rifle
Courtesy of Tactical Life The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a request for information—on behalf of Product Manager Individual Weapons—for a new Interim Combat Service Rifle chambered in 7.62x51mm. RELATED STORY: Don’t Call it a Comeback – Army Said to be Mulling the Return of the 7.62 Battle Rifle We’ve been hearing about the Army’s 7.62 rifle […]
The Carlos Hathcock Sniper Rifle!
Editors note: Carlos Hathcock Born this day, May 20, 1942 I had a chance to take a trip back in time recently and shot the Winchester Model 70 .30-06 using an 8-power Unertl scope, the same set up that the famous Carlos Hathcock used while he was in Vietnam. I was quickly brought back to reality […]
US Army Gives Updates on M3A1 MAAWS, LSAT, PSR, XM17 at NDIA Armament Forum
Courtesy of Tactical Life Four months after picking the Sig XM17 to replace its Beretta M9 service pistol, the U.S. Army provided a clearer picture of its short- and long-term small arms goals for infantry units at the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)’s 2017 Armament Systems Forum last week. According to Military.com, Lt. Col. Loyd Beal III, head of Product […]
The Over Exaggerated “C” Clamp Grip | Hype or Not?
Over the past 6 years or so, combative and realistic shooting techniques have adopted a new, exaggerated shooting stance/style. I first saw this way of shooting while serving overseas and a couple of guys were using it during shooting drills before an op. The shooters who use this style of shooting claim that it reduces […]
Shooting 6.5 Creedmoor out to 1000 yards!
The following video is of myself along with good friend and spotter Todd L. shooting out to 1000 yards using the 6.5 Creedmoor! For those of you who are into long-range precision and competing, you will love this round. Let me first start off by stating that this cartridge is extremely forgiving. The 6.5 Creedmoor […]
US Army Tests Out New ‘Hunter,’ ‘Killer’ Multi-Domain Dune Buggies
The U.S. Army recently tested a pair of new vehicles as part of its multi-domain battle concept at the 2017 Maneuver Fires Integrated Experiment in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Dubbed the “Hunter” and “Killer” and built for various types of terrain, these vehicles look like dune buggies, but in reality they’re capable of much more. For example, the Hunter platform would call […]
Special-Operations Edition Oakley Eye Pro
We often see pictures of soldiers wearing an assortment of high-speed gear that is appealing to the eye. But there’s one piece of gear that’s appealing to their eyes, too. Eye pro! I received these custom Ranger and Navy SEAL shades from Oakley, and couldn’t wait to show the testing these guys put into their product. No matter who […]