FAST, QUICK & READY We all want to keep our guns away from small hands and unwanted grubbies when we’re not around, but we also want them ready and waiting when they’re needed. The simplest route is to always have it on you. But simple doesn’t mean easy, and this is double true when it…
NEW from LAS Concealment comes a universal duty light AIWB holster that combines comfort and practical use. Introducing: The Tantō. Designed for use with duty lights like the Surefire X300 or SteamLight TLR1, the Tantō is built to be used with almost any pistol on the market and launches with a huge number of models…
by David Lane and Patrick McCarthy, Photos by Patrick McCarthy There are no shortcuts to learning and mastering skills. If you want to cook, you need to get in the kitchen. If you want to play sportsball, you need to get on the field. If you want to shoot, you need to spend time on…
BEST BOLT CARRIER GROUPS While most people will say that the BCG is the heart of your rifle, most people don’t know why or what makes a BCG good. We’ll break it down for you, so you know exactly what you’re getting into. We also have some great recommendations for BCGs to get you started!…
BRVO Tactical is pleased to announce that on September 3-4, 2025 at the BRVO Tactical Sierra 1 Site in Heber, Arizona, the first annual Best Sniper Team Competition will be held! Open to active law enforcement or military personnel who are qualified in their department as a sniper or marksman, teams of two will compete…
Forgettable Name, Memorable Pistol The Browning Hi Power is one of the most successful handgun designs of all time. In the course of its near-century of production, it has been made not just by FN in Belgium, but also across the globe, often under license from FN, but also by simply ripping off the design.…
FROM THE TRENCHES OF WWI TO THE HUNTING GROUNDS OF YOUR HOME STATE, .30-06 IS READY FOR IT ALL Although the .30-06 Springfield has been around for almost 120 years, this capable cartridge isn’t ready for retirement just yet. With an impressive military pedigree and the ability to put down any game animal in North…
Sponsored Content New for 2025, Armasight has introduced a new line of thermal vision optics: the Warden 640 monocular, Commander 640 weapon sight, and Operator 640 clip-on. We’re excited to take a closer look at each of them to test out exactly what they can do. Clip-on thermals can provide the versatility of a handheld…
BEST HEARING PROTECTION FOR SHOOTERS Best Foam: Ear Buddy Foam Earplugs Best Reusable In-Ear: SureFire EP3 Sonic Defenders Budget Muff: Peltor Sport Shotgunner II Best For Kids: Dr. Meter Kid’s Noise Reduction Earmuffs Budget Electronics: Howard Leight Impact Sport Best Value: Walker’s Razor Slim Value Upgraded: Walker’s Razor Quad Electronic Muffs Best Electronic In-Ear: Walker’s…
DO .410 BORE GUNS GET MORE CRITICISM THAN THEY DESERVE? WE THINK SO. Although once considered a little gun for little shooters, the .410 bore has recently experienced a major surge in popularity among shooters of every age and size. From fun backyard plinking to serious pursuit of legendary longbeards, let’s look at what continues…