NEW from Vortex Optics, the Ranger 3000! A laser range finder is a must-have for anyone looking to shoot at extended ranges. But what is better than a standard LRF? LRF binos, of course. Vortex has had LRF binos in the past, but those lines have been retired in favor of a total redesign. For…
We Pit Low-Power Variable Optics against Red Dots with Magnifiers Written by Dave Merrill and published in RECOIL issue #51, updated July 2024 by David Lane Lately, low-power variable optics (LPVO) dominate the CQB optic market, but magnifiers for red-dot sights have graced many a rifle for more than 20 years. To be fair, the…
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BEST EDC KNIVES FOR WOMEN There are plenty of articles floating around the internet praising pocket knives and listing umpteen reasons every man should carry one. While pocket knives have long been associated with Boy Scout preparedness and general masculinity, there are plenty of reasons for women to slip a folding blade into their pants…
NEW from Faxon Firearms comes the HARMONIX line of suppressors! Announced at SHOT 2025, this new line of 3D printed suppressors offer unique internal design for maximum performance at an impressive price. HARMONIX Sentry Built from aerospace-grade Haynes 282, a high-performance nickel superalloy known for thermal stability and strength under sustained fire. HARMONIX ION Constructed…
Armasight Jockey 640 Clip-On Thermal Optic is a compact, lightweight clip-on thermal unit that goes in front of any standard day optic to quickly convert your day rifle into a night ready. Rated for up to .308 Winchester, this little guy is a powerful tool for any hunter or tactical shooter. The short and quick…
Being a lifelong desert dweller, I sometimes forget how well-adapted I’ve become to surviving and thriving in 105+ degrees. Even when it’s hot enough to fry an egg, you should still be able to spend all day in the sun shooting a match or learning how to shoot better in a class. But how do…
NOW AVAILABLE: ESCORT’s Optima Over/Under shotgun line! Announced at SHOT 2025, these budget-priced shotguns are now shipping to dealers and retailers. ESCORT’s Optima Over/Under shotgun is being offered in 12, 20, and 28 gauge variants, built around a shared aluminum receiver platform. A steel receiver option is also available in 12 gauge for those who…
BIOMETRIC SAFES OFFER THE FASTEST ACCESS YOU CAN FIND. WHEN EVERY SECOND COUNTS, DON’T SETTLE FOR THE RUNNER-UP A perfect option for quick access safe, biometric safes require no gross motor skills to use, no pins to remember, and no keys to fumble with. Just press your finger to the scanner and get your gun.…
FROM THE BATTLEFIELD TO THE BACKWOODS, .308 WIN CAN DO IT ALL Modern hotrod cartridges like .224 Valkyrie, 6.5 Creedmoor, 28 Nosler, 6GT, and .350 Legend have been all but stealing the hunting and long-range shooting show in recent years. However, the time-tested .308 Winchester remains one of the best-sellers on the market. With a…