GEAR
THE STUFF YOU NEED FOR "HANDGUNNING"
Accessories
A Few Things Worth Knowing...
Though satisfying and addictive, shooting steel is also one of those activities where a little carelessness can ruin your whole afternoon, and possibly your...
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Silencer Myths, Part 2 —...
It's time to get into the facts and myths about suppressors and what they do. And yes, we're going to address the "Mine is as quiet as a mouse/bunny fart"...
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Silencer Myths, Part 1 —...
Suppressors are not silent like Hollywood portrays. That mousebreath "phfft?" Not real. If you own a suppressor or three, you know this, even if you won't...
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Factory vs Aftermarket...
Whether OEM magazines or a proven aftermarket alternative, the goal remains the same: reliable performance every time you press the trigger.
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TRIGGERTECH ACE TRIGGER...
Wow! What a difference! This upgrade kit is designed for factory GLOCK Gen 1-5 standard frames.
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NIGHT FISION OPTICS ...
The folks at Night Fision address one of the most common questions we get around here
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CLEANING
GUN CLEANING SUPPLIES, TIPS AND TRICKS
Goop, Gunk & Good Sense:...
The real work of reliability is simple: keep moving parts clean, don’t let good oil turn into bad gunk, make sure stuff stays out of nooks and crannies...
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Otis Technology Suppressor...
This compact and handily portable kit includes everything you need to easily remove most carbon fouling and buildup from suppressors, whether you are in...
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OTIS Pro+ Bench Block
Handy, handy, handy. The new OTIS Technology Bench Block fits pretty much every firearm you might have in your collection. Whether working on rifles,...
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The Joys of Ballistol
You experienced shooters and professional tinkerers out there likely already know many of the uses for this stuff, but for those youngsters reading this,...
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Breakthrough Clean...
Breakthrough Clean Technologies' new suppressor cleaner is water-based, like its Military solvent, and contains no ammonia, but it’ll still help you get...
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OTIS Technology New...
I’ve been an OTIS Technology cleaning system fan for as long as I can remember. The innovative breech-to-muzzle cable systems made us all reconsider the...
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HOLSTERS
INSIDE, OUTSIDE AND EVEN UPSIDE DOWN CARRY OPTIONS
Simply Rugged Sundles...
Roy Huntington reviews the Simply Rugged Sundles Ready Rig, a custom leather shoulder holster built for comfort, concealment and all-day carry.
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Simply Rugged Holsters:...
If you’re looking for a holster that will outlast the gun it carries, Simply Rugged deserves a serious look.
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Pocket Rocket Science:...
Pocket holsters for snub-nose revolvers are non-negotiable. But not all are created equal. A quality pocket holster has to do four things well.
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More Great Leather For Sixguns
Learning to appreciate stepping back in time is just what I have gained from Walt Ostin, Mike Kirkpatrick and Dusty Johnson, three master leathermakers.
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FALCO Goes Carbon Fiber
One of the best-kept secrets of the holster market is the selection of fits offered by FALCO Holsters. I’m still not sure how those folks do it, but they...
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The Sundles Ready Rig
The Sundles Ready Rig is a comfortable, rugged piece of equipment providing peace of mind while playing or bumming around the same woods or terrain as...
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KNIVES
Jonathan McNees’ Journey...
Sportsman and former Marine Jonathan McNees’ journey as a knifemaker and entrepreneur wasn’t a lifetime dream.
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Yuuki Knife
Latama has long been one of the leading names in automatic knives.
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CRKT Knives
Columbia River Knife & Tool, or “CRKT” as they’re commonly known, has been in business for over 30 years, and it’s hard to believe the knife company...
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Cut Like Diamonds!
DiamondBlade Knives has now been in the business of offering its customers Friction Forged blades for eight years and the company shows no sign of slowing....
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Sharps Bros. Knives
Sharps Bros. has been in the firearm upgrade business since 2012, offering receivers, bolt action chassis, grips, and grip modules. In 2023, the company...
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A.G. Russell Offers...
The A.G. Russell company and catalog are strong as ever under Goldie's watchful eye, still pleasing knife lovers by the masses.
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LIGHTS & LASERS
Roy's Recs: Streamlight...
If you’re tired of overcomplicated lights and want one that works the way a flashlight should, the Streamlight ProTac HP-X delivers — clean, powerful...
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New Favorite EDC Light:...
The Streamlight Wedge SL is a slim, no-nonsense everyday carry light that’s quickly earned a permanent place in my pocket.
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Streamlight Wedge XT
I substituted the XT into the daily carry rotation with the Streamlight original Wedge model I’ve been using for the past couple of years.
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Ruger Security-9
The Ruger Security-9 is arguably the best value in a domestically produced defensive handgun today. This new Ruger pistol sports plenty of whiz-bang...
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Streamlight Microstream
Ever since I started carrying a flashlight in my pocket, I’ve used it every day without fail. Whether looking for lost items on the rug or under...
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EDC Tactical Torch New Edge 2K
NEBO’s new Edge 2K, a 2,000-lumen tactical flashlight, represents a unique and unusual approach for a tactical torch that could make it the handiest tool...
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Sights & OPTICS
BETTER OPTIONS FOR HITTING THE TARGET
Ruger Super Wrangler...
See how a Skinner Sights rail transforms the Ruger Super Wrangler into a scope-ready rimfire revolver in just minutes with no gunsmithing required.
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The LUMI P13 Compact For...
Whether improving your home’s efficiency, or just staying aware on evening walks, thermal vision offers something simple and powerful: knowledge of...
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See the Heat, Not the Light
Let’s dive into what the technology is, how it works, and how you can best use it to improve the results of your next hunting outing.
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6 Things You Learn From…...
What can you learn by using a pistol red dot sight? Tom McHales shares what he's learned from a years-long experiment with pistol-mounted red dots.
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Seeing the Unseeable
Thermal vision is a new way to look at the invisible world around you. The NocPix Lumi P13 turns campgrounds, backyards, and forests into tapestries of...
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Unbreakable Aiming...
The latest iteration of the Trijicon RMR adds a green LED option to its reflex light family.
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