Handguns
PTR 9CT: The Affordable HK MP5
During the 1960s, Heckler and Koch developed one of the finest submachine guns in history. The MP5 went through many…Read More >
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Ranking the Guns of Netflix’s The Old Guard
If you’re looking for a movie with superhero rescues, intense action scenes and revenge quests, then Netflix’s newest thriller, The…Read More >
Firearms
Review: Zenith MKE Z-5RS: An Affordable MP5 for the Masses
If there is one weapon that is on nearly every tactical shooter’s bucket list, it is the MP5, For most, spending quality trigger time with a MP5 was out of the question—until now. Zenith makes the MP5 delayed roller lock experience attainable. Don’t call the Zenith MKE Z-5RS a clone, knock-off, or wannabe MP5. The Zenith is a licensed version of the iconic Heckler & Koch MP5. Zenith Firearm in Afton, Virginia, imports a number of H&K-licensed delayed roller lock action models from MKE (Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation) of Turkey.
Concealed Carry
Video Review: Heckler & Koch VP9 — The Secret Is in the Trigger
When I was looking for my first self-defense pistol, I surveyed law enforcement. SIG Sauer ranked well among law enforcement as a personal choice. This was a couple decades ago and at the time, the SIG P226 or P228 topped many officers list. The only handgun I regularly heard LEOs state they would (or had) traded their SIG for was the HK USP—they were that good. Technology, trends, and attitudes have changed considerably in the last 20 or so years, but Heckler & Koch’s quality remains a top contender with the HK VP9.
Firearms
Heckler & Koch Announces Release of SP5K (Civilian Version of MP5K)
Heckler & Koch announced that it will launch the new SP5K semi-automatic pistol (civilian sporting pistol)—which matches the look and feel of the iconic MP5K submachine gun—at the 2016 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits in Louisville, KY.
Firearms
The Best AR-15s for All Budgets
Many readers and customers ask us “what is the best AR-15?” Ask 5, 10, 20 people and you will get that many different answers. There really are no true criteria for defining what “the best” truly means. However, here at Cheaper Than Dirt! we are shooters and we are shooters who shoot a lot and love the AR-15. In this article, I highlight what we think are some of the best AR-15s on the market for all budgets.
Firearms
H&K Introduces New Competition AR-15 for 2015
Built for competition and 3 gunners, Heckler & Koch’s latest foray into the competition world, the HK MR556A1 features a HK/OSS compensator, 30-round polymer magazine, keyhole attachment, two-stage MR556A1 trigger, 14-inch MRS (Modular Rail System), MAGPUL CTR buttstock, and ambidextrous safety/selector lever.
Firearms
Walther-Made HK MP5 A5 .22 Long Rifle
Finally, Bob Campbell has his dream gun—the MP5. Moreover, it is not expensive to buy or feed. This .22-caliber MP5 is quite a big deal and a great firearm for anyone. Read this post to see how it performed at the range.
Firearms
Art of the Gun: The H&K USP
After watching the return of the TV show 24, I was reminded of how cool the H&K USP (and its compact version) is. Developed to be the paragon of a duty weapon, the USP features the best parts of many previous handguns and optimized for safety and accuracy. This ‘Art of the Gun’ reveals many of the features built into this business-ready handgun.
Concealed Carry
Is the High-Capacity 9mm the Right Gun for You?
The 9mm handgun is easy to fire and use, light enough, and features a good reserve of ammunition. The question has been, is the 9mm enough? The author finds the high capacity 9mm just may be the right choice for many shooters. You’ll find a lot of options in this post so you can choose the best solution.