My first impression of the Barrett MRAD (Multi-Role Adaptive Design) straight out of the box was that Barrett had designed a beautiful rifle. The rifle I received for my evaluation was a bolt action chambered for .338 Lapua Magnum. The concept behind Barrett’s MRAD system, is that it provides the shooter with an adaptable modular […]
NEW .22 Rimfire Suppressor from Inland: Low-cost and high-efficiency
Inland Firearms, makers of the popular Inland series of M1Carbines, is now producing a classic-looking sound suppressor for .22 rimfire firearms that will be marketed exclusively through MKS Supply and will be on display at the NRA Convention booth 4632. Materials: The all-new PM-22 suppressor is constructed of 6000 series aluminum and weighs a feathery […]
Shooting Double Action Is Good for Trigger Control
One of the best ways to learn good trigger control and tighten up groups while handgun shooting is to shoot a double-action handgun. This can have the added benefit of good trigger control shooting long guns as well, which is especially beneficial for the big game hunter or fowler. Shooting double action requires a different […]
Don’t count on a head shot: 7.62 Edition
The thickest part of the skull is the forehead. A head shot, even from a sniper rifle, may not penetrate. If you need a head shot because the threat has body armor or cover, make sure it counts. Image from medicinenet.com A gunshot wound to the head with a rifle or handgun will […]
Sig Sauer Romeo 5 Red Dot: First Look
The folks at Sig Sauer have been making a lot of noise the last few times we have seen them at SHOT Show and there is a good reason for the hype. Sig Sauer has named their red dot line of optics all with the moniker of  “Romeo” and the entire line has been turning […]
Laser Ammo i-MTTS Target Systems – Review
I’ve been training with a few different Laser training systems this last month. They’ve all had their strengths and weaknesses and I’ve gotten a real solid month of training. The Laser Ammo i-MTTS system is the only multi-target system I’ve utilized. What’s interesting is the fact the targets can ‘talk’ to each other and interact […]
Handgun Hunting: Ten Tips You Need to Get Started
Getting within range and making a clean shot is not a simple task. Â It requires great stalking skills and experience. A single miss and the animals are gone. You must start stalking over which is a waste of time for hunters. A handgun presents you with challenges and demands more from you as a hunter. […]
Red Dot Roundup: Best Red Dots under $300
In the past few years the AR-15 market has exploded in terms of units sold, most of those rifles featured a flat top M4 style upper rail, a perfect spot to place a red dot style optic. So it’s not by chance that right around the time the AR-15 market grew that the number of […]
Brrownell’s Buys: Ghost Glocks, Threaded Barrels, Aimpoint PRO
We missed a one-day-only on these Polymer80 Glock frame kits for $39.99, but at $69.99 they’re still more than half off. Frame, metal guide rails insert, jig, and cutting tools all in one handy kit. Available in black, OD, or FDE. The only reason we didn’t buy any this time is that we still have […]
Meopta Monday: The MeoTac 3-12×50 RD
Meopta is pleased to introduce its newest tactical riflescope – the 34mm MeoTac® 3-12×50 RD. Designed for use on Modern Sporting Rifles rifles, the MeoTac 3-12×50 RD is an excellent scope for medium-range engagement and engineered to meet the needs of armed forces, security details and tactical shooters worldwide. This scope features MeoLuxâ„¢, Meopta’s most […]