How Do You Define Accuracy?

To judge by available evidence, "How accurate is my handgun?" is a question that perturbs folks making firearm-buying decisions, whether they are selecting hundreds of handguns to arm the SWAT-qualified agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation or buying one pistol to equip the lone private-citizen defender of Fort Livingroom, USA. Read More

The ACOG® Made Him "The Luckiest Marine in Fallujah."

When Staff Sergeant Todd Bowers was on patrol in Fallujah, his Trijicon ACOG® stopped a 7.62x54R sniper round from hitting him. The bullet is still in the scope, which serves as proof that it stopped the bullet—and saved his life—by half an inch. See the proof at Trjicon.com/Bulletproof.

The FN 15® Guardian™. High Value Is Standard Issue.

It delivers unmatched accuracy in a value-based carbine, chosen by sport shooters and protectors who won't sacrifice quality to fit their budget. The FN 15 Guardian has a target-grade FN barrel and a free-float handguard to mount all M-LOK®-compatible accessories. Learn more now.

The KIMBER Rapide 1911 Series

The Rapide from Kimber features slide cuts that deliver weight savings and cosmetic enhancements without compromising the functional capability of the pistol itself. The traditional 5 inch platform is chambered in 9mm, 10mm and 45 Auto which gives consumers a distinct variety of flavors to choose from when it comes to caliber weights. Tru Glo night sights top of an already spectacular cosmetic difference from traditional 1911 profiles. Read More

Review: Axil XCOR Electronic Hearing Protection Earbuds

If you've ever seen a thermal image of a human face, you know that we radiate a lot of heat from our ears. This helps us cool off on hot days, but it also means that over the ear hearing protection such as ear muffs gets really hot, really quickly, especially in the summer. Read More

For Zero Doubt, Trust Nosler Trophy Grade Ammunition

For big game hunts, the tip of the spear isn't a spear at all. It's Nosler Trophy Grade™ ammunition, loaded with three of the all-time best hunting bullets ever created: the Partition®, the AccuBond® and AccuBond® -LR. You get consistency, accuracy and knockdown power that leaves no doubt. Read More

The Basics of Cartridge Development

Over the last few years, we've seen several new cartridges introduced. Federal brought out its 30 Super Carry, Hornady unveiled the 7 mm PRC and Remington launched its 360 Buckhammer. You may or may not be interested in any of these, and I'm sure some folks do not understand why they even exist. I'm also sure that the average gun owner really has no idea what all is involved in the introduction of a new cartridge. Read More

Daisy Red Ryder - The Most Famous BB Gun In The World

The world's greatest classroom has no walls. Wild places and time spent outdoors are some of life's finest teachers – uniting family, forging strong bonds between friends, inspiring adventures. Your kids aren't just taking their first shot at a target, they're taking their first shot at life and it all starts with Daisy. Read More

Review: Kinetic Concealment KC Baby Appendix Carry

Hybrid holsters may get a bum rap from "purists" who think a holster should be either all Kydex or all leather. Some even argue that hybrids are the worst of both worlds, while others make a compelling case that a hybrid is the best of both worlds. I'm not here to argue the merits of either one except to say that all Kydex and all leather holsters have their place in the gun-carrying world, and do hybrids. Read More

Thoughts On The Defensive Shotgun

Of all the arms available to citizens, the shotgun, when properly applied, is the most devastating at the close ranges where criminal attacks occur. Consider this: Defensive handgun cartridges might deliver up to something like 400 ft.-lbs. of muzzle energy. With the .223 Rem. rifle you'd have about 1,200 ft.-lbs. of muzzle energy. Read More

In Dependence

Snipers, while often serving as advanced scouts in certain situations, are specialized troops who require extensive training and practice to maintain the high levels of proficiency needed to excel in combat. Read More

Firearm Sales Top 1 Million for 47 Months

For 47 months in a row the number of guns sold exceeded one million in June. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)—after subtracting concealed carry permits and other administrative use of National Instant Criminal Background Checks (NICS) conducted by the FBI—estimates the figure came in close to 1,110,696. Read More

Trigger Trifecta

The purpose of shooting is to hit the target at which you're aiming. Following the process of aligning your sights and pressing the trigger without disturbing that alignment will ensure that hit. At the very core of the shooting process is the ever-elusive perfect trigger press. Read More

First Shots: Springfield Armory Echelon

At a recent writer's event at The Site in Mount Carroll, IL, we had a chance to talk with Mike Humphries, Media Relations Manager for Springfield Armory, about the new Echelon pistol. Designed as a full-size, completely ambidextrous 9 mm handgun with a unique optics-mounting system, the new Echelon has been garnering a good deal of attention since its release last week, and we wanted to take a closer look. Read More

I Carry: Shadow Systems DR920 Pistol in a KSG Armory Holster

Shadow Systems offers its Foundation Series of pistols as a no-frills version of the standard line. Normally, that might make you think it's entry-level, but that's not the case here. Rather than skimp on the good stuff like the excellent trigger, near-perfect grip texture or sculpted cocking serrations, what's omitted in the Foundation Series are the custom touches like upgraded barrels, lightening cuts and finish options. Read More

First Look: Federal HST Ammunition in .357 Mag. and .327 Fed. Mag.

Federal Premium is rolling out its flagship Personal Defense HST defensive round in two additional revolver calibers: the .357 Magnum and the .327 Federal Magnum. These two calibers join the rest of Federal Premium's defensive ammunition lineup that already include other popular calibers such as 9mm, .40S&W, .45 ACP, .357 SIG, .30 Super Carry and others. Read More

First Look: Walker's Disrupter Electronic Ear Buds

Walker's has just released the Disrupter Electronic Bluetooth compatible noise-canceling ear buds. With different levels of adjustability, these earbuds are useful to hunters out in the field, shooters enjoying a local match or students attending a gun training class. The Disrupters Ear Buds are designed to block out harmful noises while still allowing the wearer to hear ambient sounds. Read More

First Look: Tract Optics TORIC 4-25x50 UHD ELR Scope

Tract Optics has just released a brand new ELR (extreme long range) riflescope that is the latest newcomer to its TORIC product line. This latest scope, the TORIC 4-25x50mm UHD ELR scope has been outfitted with everything needed to make the life of an extreme long range shooter easy. Read More