I had the unique opportunity to sit down with Adam Painchaud, Vice President of Sig Sauer Academy, at this year’s NRA show. Adam is a retired Air Force Special Agent and senior non-commissioned officer with 22 years of combined active duty and reserve time under his belt. He has completed many protective service operations, federal […]
New Army M-4 Target: Dial in Your Optics for a Faster Zero
The Army has a new zero target which, according to initial reports, has decreased the number of rounds it takes to zero M-4 by 50 percent. The target uses a diamond shaped aiming point surrounded by concentric circles. It’s overlaid on a 1 Minute of Angle grid providing precise adjustments. Adjustments and offsets for common […]
Nordic Components Introduces Revolutionary AR-15 Suppressor Shield Handguard System
Nordic Components announces the NCT4, an entirely new handguard system for short-barreled, suppressed AR-15s. This patent-pending design allows users to extend the length of their handguard when using a suppressor. The NCT4 comes in two lengths, with either a 6.7″ or 9.5″ handguard to give maximum coverage on 7.5″ or 10.5/11.5″ barrels. The removable shield […]
Here’s Why U.S. Special Forces Want Russian Machine Guns
Why would U.S. special forces want to manufacture Russian machine guns? Just watch any video of a conflict such as Iraq and Syria, and the answer becomes clear. Many of the combatants are using Russian or Soviet weapons, or local copies thereof, from rifles to rocket launchers to heavy machine guns mounted on pickups. Which […]
New Options from Kahr: Pistols in Kryptek™ Camo with Cerakote® Armor Black
In May 2015, Kahr Firearms Group introduced an exciting new Kryptek finish on two of their most popular limited edition Desert Eagles. The pattern was so widely accepted that it sold out almost immediately. Now, Kahr Arms is once again bringing back the popular Kryptek finish, but this time it will be offered on four […]
USSOCOM Shops machine guns in .338 Norma Mag ?
Total Game Changer – USSOCOM & USMC Take First Steps Toward Adopting a .338NM Lightweight Medium Machine Gun In a move that will turn the term “Overmatch” on its ear, the United States Special Operations Command, in conjunction with the United States Marine Corps has issued a sources sought notice for 5,000 Lightweight Medium Machine […]
Weird Gun Wednesday: The MLE 1873 French Service Revolver
Let me preface this article by saying that the 1873 French Service Revolver is my absolute, all-time favorite revolver. As a major wheelgun fan, that’s saying something. Where You’ve Seen It If you’re a fan of the film The Mummy as I am, you may already know that the chunky brace of revolvers Brendan Fraser wields akimbo […]
Ray Kelly, Reportedly on Shortlist to Lead FBI, Backed Gun Control Measures
President Donald Trump told the National Rifle Association’s convention last month that “I am going to come through for you”—but rumors have flown he is considering replacing ex-Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James Comey with former NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly, who has endorsed a number of restrictions on firearm ownership. The president unceremoniously sacked Comey Monday […]
Faxon Firearms Gunner Profile 300 Blackout & 7.62×39 AR Barrels
Faxon Firearms has announced the expansion of the balanced and versatile Gunner profile to new calibers. The expansion of the Gunner profile includes 300 BLK, and 7.62×39 for the AR-15. The Gunner profile is designed as a lightweight balanced profile for uses from plinking to competition and combat. The barrel features a near-continuous taper from […]
Looking Good: M&P® Shooting Glasses from Smith & Wesson® Accessories
The new line of M&P shooting glasses offers a variety of styles and color combinations. All of the shooting glasses feature full peripheral eye coverage, anti-fog lenses and non-slip rubber nose and ear pieces. These new shooting glasses provide comfort, protection and stylewhen spending time at the range! Features Include: ANSI High impact Z87+ Smoke […]