Range Reviews and Reports
Do you have that one gun that got away? One that you will regret selling forever? Shooter’s Log writer and editor, Suzanne Wiley does. After selling expensive, quality self-defense concealed carry guns, classic military rifles and various other firearms, you will be surprised at which one she regrets selling the most.
When the cowboy-shooting bug bites you, you get it bad. I love handling, loading, unloading and firing these revolvers, but they are too valuable and too expensive to own. That is why I turn to modern replicas like the Traditions revolver—a first class, well-made cowboy action shooter.
More than a hundred years ago, when hopped-up Moro tribesmen wanted to introduce U.S. soldiers to bolo knives and spears, our government armed our guys in the jungle with the tried-and-true .45 Colt single-action revolver. Today, the Cimarron U.S.V. Artillery is an authentic reproduction of that firearm.
Cheaper Than Dirt!-sponsored shooter, Patrick E. Kelley, takes a brand new, right-out-of-the-box CZ P09 to a shooting event for a “trial by fire.” Watch this video to see how the CZ P09 holds up.
The Rock Island Compact 1911 is an excellent, lighter weight option, great finishes, great reliability and flexibility. Read this psot for the details.
The ATI 1911 is an affordable, reliable handgun with many choices, including the rugged Titan. Read this post for all the details.
The Bersa .380 ACP is an excellent, lightweight, easy-to-shoot handgun that’s easy on the budget of the working person. Offered in full size, and compact versions in 9mm, .40 and .45, these pistols feature a double-action first shot and decocker safety. Read this article to learn why my favorite example is an Ultra Compact .45 version with stainless slide.
Brass Fetcher Ballistic Testing recently conducted an eye-opening ballistic gelatin test of buckshot at 50 yards distance. The rounds were shot from a Mossberg 500 12-gauge shotgun with 20″ barrel length and full choke. This video shows the results.
The unusual KelTec Sub2000 is more conventional than it appears. Read this post about customizing this carbine.