Glock 19: Code for Pistol
Glock is a byword for handgun, even if that handgun is not made by the Glock company. But among those real Glocks, there is the Glock 19, the most...
TYR Tactical Women’s Plate Carrier: A Deep Dive
When it comes to body armor, it is a man’s world. Unless we are talking about Tyr Tactical’s EPIC plate carrier, which is purpose built with women in mind. Read on to learn more.
Austria’s Mannlicher M1895 (Steyr M95): No Wonder They Lost the War
The Mannlicher M1895 is a straight-pull bolt-action rifle designed by the eponymous Ferdinand Ritter von Mannlicher. Austria’s M1895 Mannlicher had several problems. One of them was probably the worst iron sight assembly ever used on a mass-production rifle.
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Forged Carbon Fiber Accessories from Black Collar Arms
Black Collar Arms (the folks who brought you the bolt action pistol Pork Sword Chassis) are now working in forged carbon fiber.
Massif’s Inversion Base Layers Made With New Flame Resistant Fabric
My first introduction to Massif was way back in 2011 at SHOT Show in a chance meeting on the show floor. We just got word that the company has some newly developed fabric technology spun out into the Inversion Base Layer line of flame-resistant garments.
Lightweight Body Armor from Shotstop
Shotstop armor technologies is a company attempting to mitigate the weight and cost of reliable body armor. Here’s what that looks like.
Pitbull Tactical Universal Mag Carrier
Pitbull Tactical Universal Mag Carriers are extremely light, weighing next to nothing. Designed to accommodate single and double stack magazines from 9mm to .45 ACP, they perform as advertised. I will be using these for a long time to come.
Border Report: Cartels Increasing Marijuana Traffic into US
Have cartel marijuana smuggling operations increased, even though the alien traffic has decreased substantially? Read the latest Border Report.
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About that NRA Lobby you hate…
Total lobbying expenditures in 2018 by the NRA were just over 5 million dollars. Total lobbying expenditures in 2018 by the NSSF were just under 4 million dollars. Neither of these figures even breaks the top 50 in a list of biggest lobbying spenders in Congress.
Manning: You’re Doing it Wrong
Manning: what defines a man today is obviously different than when I was younger. That said, some constants should apply. Here’s how I see it.
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch
The Omega Speedmaster (Omega watches) was the first watch worn on the moon. Now, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first moon walk, they've released a new Apollo 11 tribute chronograph: the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. It starts at around $10,000. Omega says,...
Night Vision Recorder: the LPMR from Because Operator
More than a night vision recorder: Because Operator LPMR. A lightweight, low-profile night vision accessory for your PVS 31 (and others).
LOWA Ranger III GTX Boots | Gear Review
Why LOWA? So, this LOWA Ranger III GTX review came about because of my wet feet. My favorite deer hunting spot requires me to cross a fair-sized creek before climbing the ridge on the far side to get a view...
Brownells: Serious about firearms since 1939
For over 75 years, Brownells has been providing quality Gunsmithing tools, gun parts, and service to the firearms industry. The company's commitment to customer service and quality is one of the highest in the industry. For nearly 30 years of that history, I have been...
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