GEAR
THE STUFF YOU NEED FOR "HANDGUNNING"
Accessories
Lyman Electronic Digital...
I’ve got a confession… I’ve been using an el-cheapo spring trigger gauge for far too long. They give a reasonably close pull weight reading, but the...
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XS Brass Bead Sights
What goes around comes around, right? Well, at least the good ideas tend to make return appearances. Thankfully, I haven’t seen the re-emergence of those...
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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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HySkore Modular Pistol Rack
Analagous to good vs. evil, the eternal battle in my gun safe continues. Someone around here keeps adding guns, yet the safe never seems to have the...
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Braggin’ Rights...
Consistency is the key to accuracy in handloading. Continuous gentle vibration of the column of powder inside the measure reservoir eliminates air pockets...
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OuterImpact M.R.A. Red Dot...
Got a pistol not cut for an optic mount? Never fear. The OuterImpact M.R.A. (Modular Red Dot Adapter) is designed to bridge the gap — literally...
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CLEANING
GUN CLEANING SUPPLIES, TIPS AND TRICKS
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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Spotlight New Gear...
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them. Check out 2022's latest.
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HOLSTERS
INSIDE, OUTSIDE AND EVEN UPSIDE DOWN CARRY OPTIONS
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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Falco 3D-Printed Holsters
How do you find the right holster for your specific combination of gun, light or laser? It can be tough. Will 3D Printing solve the holster dilemma?
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The Wrong Holster!
It's time to stir the pot just a bit and call out a type of holster that's popular with many for its price point and comfort. Yep, the floppy holster stinks...
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Carry Options: Holsters...
We test a lot of holsters around here, and the good news is there are a lot of great ones. Here's a look at some new models and some classics that have...
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The Mother Of Necessity
I’ll preface this by acknowledging up front I’m kind of a frugal fellow when it comes to spending money on something I can fix or replace with a little...
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BlackPoint Tactical Holsters
While BlackPoint Tactical makes plenty of holsters for smaller carry guns, they particularly shine in two areas: hiding large guns and customization. Want...
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KNIVES
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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TOPS Knives 2025 Lineup
In the cutlery world there's one thing you can set your watch by every year: TOPS Knives will have a bumper crop of new offerings. It's in their DNA....
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Bill Moran: Master of the...
After several years of research, legendary knifemaker Bill Moran rediscovered the technique of making Damascus steel.
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New Knives From Kershaw
Kershaw Knives turns 50 years old in 2024; their success is due in large part to their ability to adapt to a changing knife industry. When the first Gulf War in...
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LIGHTS & LASERS
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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Practical Go-To Gear
Practical gear may fluctuate on different hunting trips, but good lights will almost always be needed at some juncture. Regardless of what you carry in your...
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Streamlight TLR-8 sub
The “sub” in this one hints at its small and (extremely) light nature. Designed for compact carry guns like the GLOCK 43X and 48,
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Hung By The Lanyard Until Dead
Most consider the lanyard an asset, and if used correctly it probably is. But without an awareness of what it is, how it should be set up, and potential...
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Sights & OPTICS
BETTER OPTIONS FOR HITTING THE TARGET
Add Thermal Vision to Your...
Tom McHale takes a look at a way to add thermal capability to your existing rifle setup with the ATN TICO-LTV.
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Flush Fit, No Fuss: XS...
XS Sights Minimalist OR & Optic Plate Bundle replaces the OEM (factory) model and pairs it with a set of back-up iron sights that will work with the optic.
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The Edge Hunters Need:...
The Armasight Warden 640 handheld thermal monocular offers a cutting-edge solution for spotting game in the field in low-light conditions.
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XS Sights DXT2 Pro Series
XS Has been making Big Dot sights for years. Are the accurate and precise? We explore and discuss the new DXT2 models.
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Upgrade Your Optic: The...
With its sleek design and advanced features, the Armasight Jockey clip-on sets a new benchmark in the world of thermal imaging.
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Handgun Optics Lessons ......
Carry optics are the new hotness in American police service pistols but they do have shortcomings and possible trouble spots. Carry optics are still in...
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