Smith and Wesson Model 15 Combat Masterpiece
The Smith and Wesson Model 15 Combat Masterpiece is just one version of that venerable revolver, but it’s definitely a classic.
The Mad Minute: Myth and Reality
On August 4th 1914, the German Army invaded Belgium. Great Britain, a signer of the 1830 Treaty of London that guaranteed Belgian neutrality,...
Speed vs. Accuracy in the Revolutionary War
Unbelievable as it is, many European soldiers of the day were not taught to aim. They counted on massed volley musket fire and the bayonet. That’s not the case with the Continentals, who aimed not just their muskets but their rifles — to deadly effect.
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Thoughts on the Mossberg 990 Aftershock and IWI Mafteah Shotties
The Raptor-style birds head grip was a game changer in the world of pistol-grip-only shotguns. Rather than taking the recoil into the hand with a traditional 90-degree pistol grip, the new form of grip mitigates recoil and muzzle rise. Add an optic and a...
Witt M&T Unveils the Slimline SME Muzzle Device
What is an SME and what’s it for? Check out the Slimline (or all three of the SME configurations) from Witt Machine and Tool. You just might learn something.
CCMU Cadets Win Relentless Warrior Championship With FoldAR
We should have expressed our congratulations to these young badasses about a week ago, but failed to do so. Let's correct that oversight right now, shall we? The Texas A&M Corps of Cadets Marksmanship Unit (CCMU) walked away from the 2025 SIG SAUER...
Glock Discontinues 35 Models
Glock has announced the discontinuance of 35 pistol models. Here’s why we think the company is making that move.
Custom Glock 19X Division Style: The “Primary Secondary”
Debate about the G19X began as soon as rumors of its pending release circulated. This Glock G19X, however, is far from normal.
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SHOT 2025 – Pike’s Picks
SHOT 2025 is over and everything I have is tired. However, I found a few favorites, five favorite to be specific.
The New Colt Viper .357: A Diet King Cobra
The Colt Viper was a rare snake gun. Now it is back as an all-steel .357 Magnum revolver optimized for belt carry.
Reptilia AUS Mount 1.93″ Review
Need an optic mount to fit your big fat head? The Reptilia AUS Mount fits the bill; it’s a 30mm,1.93″ high Reptilia mount without protrusions.
Overwatch Precision Falx Trigger
Sara Liberte waxes poetic about the Falx Trigger from Overwatch Precision. Great customer service is always the right answer.
Man Crush Monday
We use Man Crush Monday to express everything from admiration to mockery for formidable, patriotic, fucktarded, misguided, and other dudes with other qualities.
The New Walther PPK/s .32 ACP: A Quick Evaluation
Walther has rolled out the Walther PPK/s, PPK, and PP in .32 ACP after a decades long absence from the American market. Here is our overview of the PPK/s model in particular.
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