Years ago, the folks at XS Sights caused quite a ruckus on the internet when the introduced their Big Dot sights. Now they’ve upped their game with introduction of the XS DXT2 Night Sights. Since the beginning of time, when station wagons roamed the earth, pistols have been equipped with the traditional notch and post […]
Standing Steel: 5 Target Stands for Your Range Setup
Some handy paper and steel target options to keep with your range gear. The Newbold polymer target frame supports are especially interesting. They weigh next to nothing and are virtually indestructible. I know. I’ve tried… More and more of today’s shooters are incorporating steel into their shooting setups, but finding a stand or hanger can […]
5 Must-Have Products for Pistol Mag Maintenance
Got a Glock? Then you know what a pain it can be to remove magazine base plates for cleaning. Here’s a nifty tool to help with that. I also find that a 12-gauge shotgun barrel mop does a great job of cleaning magazine interiors. Sure, you’re cleaning and maintaining your pistol, but how do those […]
What Is a Bump Stock?
Bump stocks have been in the news ever since a Las Vegas gunman used the device to aid in unleashing more than 1,000 rounds into a crowd of innocent concert-goers Oct. 1, 2017. Several states were quick to ban bump stocks, with a federal prohibition going into effect March 26, 2019. The Trump administration ban […]
Do You Need a Pocket Magazine Carrier?
Pocket carry is all the rage given the plethora of new itsy-bitsy, teensy-weensy sub-sub-sub-compact pistols. While one can question ease of shooting, caliber effectiveness, round count, and ability to put shots on target with reliability, you can’t argue with the convenience. A true “pocket gun” doesn’t require a radical change in dress code like buying […]
Real Avid Pistol Tool: New Product Test
The folks at Real Avid have a knack for stuffing a whole lot of useful gun tools into one implement that’ll fit in your front pocket. The Gun Tool, for example, which packs 18 of the most frequently used tools for rifles and shotguns in a little an ergonomically shaped multi-tool, has won gun industry […]
Holster Butchery
Taking a Dremel tool to a firearm is almost always frowned upon. And I agree. However, butchering a holster might be entirely appropriate, depending on the reason. The other day I shared a story about how the extremely challenging Air Marshal Pistol Qualification test exposed some opportunities for gear improvement. The need for top speed […]
How to Install a M203 Grenade Launcher how to install LMT m203 grenade launcher
We’re giving away a complete retro classic AR-15 and grenade launcher package, and you’re probably going to be the lucky winner, but just in case you’re not, you can add your very own M203 Grenade Launcher to a rifle you already have. Here, we’ll show you mounting options and exactly how to do it. The installation […]
LMT M203 Grenade Launcher: Pull Trigger Go BOOM
Last month we hinted at a super nifty add-on for the Brownells BRN-601 AR-15 Rifle that one of you is about to own. Yes, you can win it by entering here. The Brownells BRN-601 Rifle is a reproduction of the very first AR-type rifle ever issued to the US Military. While the basic design features are […]
Big Capacity for the new CMMG Banshee – Kriss MagEx 12+
CMMG just put the extra short in “short barrel rifle.” With the launch of the Banshee lineup, the company is bringing compact and handy to a whole new level. The CMMG Banshee is a family affair, with members currently identifying as .45 ACP, .22 LR, 300 Blackout, and 9mm. Perhaps we’ll see more caliber offerings […]