In the pistol forums, I browse through, I’ve been reading a lot of hype about 9mm compensators. It seems to be the hot topic these days. And if you don’t have one on your Glock, you’re somehow missing out. I for one, never really put much thought into it. Seriously, it’s a 9mm we’re talking […]
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The Russian Makarov service pistol
The Makarov pistol was Russia’s solution to the need for a modern military sidearm and caliber after World War 2. It was a replacement for the TT33 Tokarev, a pistol that was deemed too large and underpowered for practical use any more; it also lacked a manual safety, something that most military’s desire for a […]
Team Multicam: Naval Special Warfare Veteran, Kyle Defoor
Photo courtesy of Defoor Proformance Facebook page I’ve had the privilege of training with Kyle Defoor in his 2 day pistol course. The skills and tactics that he teaches are second to none. With his vast knowledge of tactics, firearms, and combatives you’ll go away having learned something that you can put to use within your own […]
Champion Pivot Traverse Bipod
When we have a piece of gear that serves us well during a critical moment, many of us tend to stick with it for a long time. During my military service as well as a few hunting trips, my issued bipod was reliable. So reliable in fact, I haven’t kept up on the latest in the bipod market. […]
Range estimation simplified from an Army Delta Operator
Modern-day range estimation has become a lot easier for the common man to accomplish thanks to technology. Most optics these days can be had with range estimation built in, whether that is a spotting scope, scope mounted on your carbine or long gun, or a pair of binos. Back in the day the Marine Corps Scout […]
FN SCAR 16S Performance Review
My SCAR 16s review so far has focused on a broad overview of the weapon. Part two will feature how the SCAR 16s handles, shoots, and feels. The intention of my SCAR 16S review is to give shooters on the fence an accurate explanation of the way the weapon functions and handles. I’m trying to avoid […]
Photo of the day: Dads with daughters
Men, don’t be hesitant to bring your daughters into your world! They will most likely surprise you. Pictured is my 16-year-old daughter shooting my Colt AR rifle with Spikes Tactical Compressor upper, Trijicon red dot, Magpul furniture and sling, and InForce light wearing Howard Leight Impact Sports hearing protection improved by Valholl Gear gel ear […]
Photo of the day: If it ain’t raining we ain’t training
If it ain’t raining it ain’t training in the Pacific Northwest. Pictured here are the Nomad 9, Glock 19, S&W Shield, Maglula, and KCI USA Glock 19 magazines.
Red Rock Slings: Traditional versus tactical
Regardless of whether you are a hunter, soldier, or shooting enthusiast you can benefit from a sling. Slings can provide relief while on long movements, create a more stable shooting platform, or provide a tactical advantage in a firefight. As with most weapon accessories, the market for slings is absolutely saturated. The two slings that we will be […]
Tubb Precision flatwire springs overview
Growing up immersed in the “gun culture”, was a rewarding and character-building part of my childhood. Being raised in rural Alaska meant the only window outside of subsistence hunting culture was through the monthly gun mags in the local grocery store. When competitive shooting was brought up, one name was repeated over and over. David Tubb. […]