Desantis is a legend is the holster business and plenty Loadout Room Writers love and appreciate the gear they make. I’m a huge fan of the Desantis DSD rig, but that rig is really an oddity. They produce much more traditional holsters for both duty and concealed carry. The new 2019 lineup shows that Desantis […]
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The Franklin Armory Providence: The not semi-auto AR rifle
Franklin Armory is getting a reputation for creativity and defying both conventional wisdom and the idea of how guns need to be made. They also produce a variety of conventional guns, but their show stoppers are the weapons that push the boundaries of both the law and design. The Reformation was last year’s showstopper, and […]
Streamlight TLR-7: Setting a new standard for pistol lights
The Streamlight TLR-7 weapon-mounted tactical light was first showcased at SHOT Show 2018 earlier this year and is now the latest addition to Streamlight’s celebrated TLR line. Though each TLR predecessor holds its own, the TLR-7 is by far the boldest of the pack. In fact, it is one of the best tactical lights available […]
The Phone Skope – Modern Digiscoping
One of the more interesting freebies at SHOT Show 2018 was the Phone Skope cases and adapters. Prospective firearms writers received an email promising a free Phone Skope with their name on it if they filled out an RSVP form. I filled mine out because I like free stuff, even though I don’t digiscope often. […]
Rex Nanorum’s 2018 SHOT show review
2017’s SHOT show was my first time at the famed and prestigious event. It was overwhelming, exhausting and awesome all at the same time. On my return trip, I felt I could easily knock out the dozens of appointments and contact meet-ups I had planned in a little over two days. While the show itself […]
5.11 Tactical Launches New Packs, Apparel, Boots & More for 2018
5.11 Tactical isn’t playing around. The Irvine, Calif.-based company is looking to continue its dominance in the gear, apparel and accessories space by unleashing a ton of new products at SHOT Show 2018. See the press release below to see what’s in store for this year. inspired by 5.11’s battle-tested backpacks, the new Rapid Origin Pack is an ideal […]
Buck Unveils New for 2018 Knives
Buck has just unveiled most of their new for 2018 offerings. Products joining the catalog will include new 110 Folding Hunter line extensions, a vast array of Open Season series hunting knives, and new EDC options. While this sizable reveal offers plenty for Buck fans to chew on ahead of SHOT Show next month, the company tells us there […]
16 Spyderco Models Still Due to Ship in 2017
If the Spyderco forums issued awards to its members, RamZar would be on the shortlist for MVP. This veteran contributor manages to do the impossible and keep on top of the Golden, CO company’s ever-changing release schedule. New additions, delays, sudden drops – somehow RamZar keeps track of it all, making his longstanding thread one of […]
SunJack Lightstick Mini | A Dual Purpose Electronic Gadget
I received the Sunjack Lightstick mini just in time for Shot Show 2017. I knew I’d be traveling across the country and I knew Shot Show would have me walking an absolute ton. During both those events, it was critical for my phone to remain charged and I always like having a light on hand. […]
Spotter Up SHOT Show 2017 Spotlight
SHOT Show, gun lovers from throughout the world make the Haj to Las Vegas every year to see the latest and greatest in the gun industry. To those that have never attended it is almost impossible to describe the experience. One is easily overwhelmed by the presence of almost 3000 different vendors. Imagine over a […]