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SilencerCo has come out with some pretty innovative stuff lately; the Maxim9 was a hot topic when it was revealed. Despite all the hype around it I still feel that the Osprey was probably the most practical and unique thing to come out of the suppressor community in a long time. It’s probably the best […]

The .22 LR caliber firearms aren’t very loud to begin with—add a suppressor to that and you’ve got a very quiet shooter that is perfect for plinking or hunting small game. SilencerCo has yet again produced a quality AND affordable suppressor with the SpectreII. With an MSRP of around $400, what’s not to love? The Spectre […]

Today’s generation of veterans find themselves existing within a unique social dynamic. Among ourselves, veterans often operate like a pack of wolves, supporting one another against external threats while often tearing each other apart internally.  Outside the ranks of the initiated, the public at large also sees veterans in a sort of dichotomy of opposition: […]

There are no spoilers in this review. If you are going into this movie thinking you’re going to get a sequel to one of the great action flicks of the ’80s, reminiscent of “Commando” or “Escape from New York,” you’re going to be disappointed–remember that the original Blade Runner was not that type of movie either.  It was […]

Axelson Tactical was founded in honor of the memory of Matt Axelson, a SEAL who was killed in the line of duty.  The fact that I’m starting the review process of the ROC Competition muzzle brake the day after Memorial day is not lost on me.  Now that the day dedicated to the memory of […]

Not long ago, I wrote a “heads-up” article on Lucid P7 4x prismatic scope. My initial impressions were favorable, but now I’ve had it for enough time to have taken it to the range on a number of trigger-therapy sessions so I can give a more in-depth review. My initial impressions article covered the tech specs […]

Back in the 1950’s, Eugene Stoner designed the first modern modular rifle, the AR-10. The gas impingement operating system and buffer system offers a potential optimization which has yet to be completely fulfilled. If you want to build a .308 AR, let’s examine the easiest way to make your gun run, choosing the right buffer […]

The G-42 and G-43 are Glock’s new concealed carry optimized single stack pistols in .380 and 9mm. Glock’s previous double stack designs were very well received, but for years, American shooters have asked for a single stack for better grip and easier carry. Glock has come through with a well thought out and highly functional […]

So, does the Hi-Point live up to its reputation as a terrible gun? Absolutely. Should you run out and buy one? Absolutely not.

The M&P line is well-respected for a reason. Over the years, they have proven to be well-made and reliable duty-worthy weapons. I carry a Shield quite often, own an M&P9, and have owned several of the M&P products over the years, including a good little AR.  The first handgun I ever loved was my dad’s […]

In the following video I take a moment to discuss some of the more popular combat pants designs in use. Taken into consideration is fire-retardant properties, knee design, strength of material, and weak points based on my experiences. There were designs that were left out for the sake of time but the following are discussed. […]

New Secretary of Defense James Mattis released a memo this week calling for a review of the F-35 program and to compare it to the operational capabilities the F-18 Super Hornet. Today the Marine Corps’ Deputy Commandant of Aviation, Lt. Gen. Jon Davis said the review will include Marine Corps aviators and aircraft. Speaking to reporters […]