Caldwell has been providing simple and effective solutions for all sorts of shooter’s needs. From targets to rests, cleaning supplies to storage solutions. You’ve seen us use their Stinger Rest in rifle reviews. For us a challenge has always been to spot hits at longer ranges. Of course a $1,000 spotting scope on an expensive […]
Are pellets the new .22 Long Rifle?
Are pellets the new .22 LR ? It’s a legitimate question that could be debated by many. The firearms industry can be an odd and fickle thing to put it mildly. The last eight  years of a Democrat being in the White House has certainly caused more panic buying of guns and ammunition that at […]
.22LR Leaves Much to be Desired as a Survival Rifle Cartridge
I have said that if I hear one more person say that the 22 Long Rifle is the best all ’round prepper/survival cartridge,  I would challenge them to a duel at 50 paces (my 100 yd pace count is 64 paces). I get an AR chambered in .223/5.56 (basically a heavier 22 going really fast) and they […]
Shots Fired: Smith & Wesson M&P 10 Sport ~ VIDEO
Not long ago we gave you a tabletop look at Smith & Wesson’s M&P 10 Sport. If you missed it, go back and see the report by following the link. I didn’t have much experience with rifles from Smith & Wesson and wondered if the rifle would be of any real quality, or just another […]
Thoughts about the State of the AR Market and the Future of the Firearms Industry
I was disheartened to read last night that Daniel Defense, a titan of the firearms industry, lead by an honorable and ardent supporter of the second Amendment, dedicated to creating a high quality line of products was suffering from up to 100 layoffs of full time positions. Â This is unfortunate. My condolences go to […]
10 Tips For Concealed Carry Beginners
All fifty states now allow for the concealed carry use of a firearm in some manner, and more and more people are doing so. However, it’s not quite as simple a matter as it sounds due to the many rules and requirements involved with concealed carry wear. Confusion and headaches can be avoided if concealed […]
First Look: S&W M&P 2.0 Compact
After more than a decade Smith & Wesson has released the 2.0 of their M&P line. While most of the differences suggest a 1.5 or 1.7, the most exciting part of the launch is the new compact model. The sub-compact Shield and full-size models were aimed at the brand’s namesake, Military and Police, but the […]
Shots Fired! Llama MicroMax ~ VIDEO
The Llama MicroMax offers 1911 styling in a compact size scaled for the .380acp cartridge. In this review we take it to the range and try a variety of loads.
First Look: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 VIDEO
Smith & Wesson has released their Shield 2.0. Those who have been gun-buyers for a while saw the writing on the wall. When the rebates and sales started there had to be something new in the works. The M&P 2.0 series came out and we waited. Finally the Shield 2.0 is out. Is it any […]
Shots Fired: Axelson Tactical Hurricane Rifle ~VIDEO
Axelson Tactical, our parent company Hurricane Group, and Cabela’s have teamed up to raise money for hurricane relief. We gave you a tabletop look of this rifle here. this rifle is truly a piece of art. Aesthetically and physically the rifle was built with purpose. It has been an honor to handle the rifle and […]