Firearms
Range Report: Savage Impulse — Straight-Pull Bolt Gun
I have used bolt-action rifles for decades. The only straight pull I have owned was a vintage Schmidt Rubin. I…Read More >
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Throwback Thursday: The 1911 Pistol — Reliability and Accuracy
Originally designed to be used from horseback, the 1911 firearm proved successful during the last cavalry charge in 1916 Mexico. You can carry this traditional sidearm cocked and locked, but do you know why? Read this article and range report to learn why.
Concealed Carry
Rock Island AL3.0 .357 Magnum
The handgun under review is a burly and reliable .357 Magnum double-action revolver. A bit of background is necessary. Rock…Read More >
Ammunition
The Big Three: Rifle Cartridges
My favorite cartridges have changed over time. When I was 12 or so, I began hunting small game. One of…Read More >
Firearms
Range Report: Savage Axis II XP Rifle
Buying a high-end hunting rifle has never been in the cards for me, but the Savage Axis II XP sure…Read More >
Firearms
Cobalt Kinetics BAMF Pistol: The Perfect PDW
Cobalt Kinetics sent us a BAMF Pro pistol for test and evaluation. This one was equipped with a telescoping PDW-style…Read More >
Ammunition
Review: Savage AXIS .22-250
This is a report about an affordable and powerful rifle, an accurate combination available for a pittance. You may note…Read More >
Ammunition
Short-Barrel Performance — The .45 ACP and Barrel Length
Bob Campbell reports on the differences in .45 ACP ammunition when fired through different barrel lengths. Bob compares results from a GLOCK M41, Rock Island Compact, Colt Commander, and a Colt 1991A1 using Cor Bon DPX and Speer Gold Dot ammunition. Read this report for the results!
Ammunition
Pistol-Caliber Carbines for Home Defense
Pistol-caliber carbines are perfect for home defense since they are less expensive, have less muzzle blast, and are easier to handle than a rifle. This post shares details on which are the best options, which ammo gets you the most bang for your buck and how to conserve costs by getting ammo that does double duty. Read the full post to make the best choice for you and your family’s safety.
Ammunition
The Daniel Defense Rifle—Good Enough and Then Some
Today there are many opportunities to own a great rifle. There are even high dollar celebrity branded rifles that allow you to pay a premium to get the other guy’s name on your gun. No kidding. And then there are the basic claptrap rifles that work most of the time and are OK for plinking. They are a little loose and tie up on occasion, but hey, we are only shooting rats at the dump, right?