Rifle Scope Early Beginnings [History and Guide to Rifle Scopes]
The bloody battlefields of the American Civil War revolutionized many aspects of warfare, from the use of railroads and the telegraph to the deployment of submarines. One new technology that underwent its baptism of fire during this conflict, and has become a feature of every battlefield since, was the telescopic sight, commonly referred to as […]
Gun Safety and Kids (How to talk to Children About Guns)
If you’re a parent or even a soon-to-be parent, have you considered teaching your kids about guns and gun safety? In today’s day and age, it’s very fair that some parents and authorities agree that kids should be taught never to go near a firearm. Yet there are still others who may argue that education […]
Kowa Spotting Scope Review – Worth the Money?
As a birder, hunter, or nature observer, you know that it takes time to find that rare, crystal-clear image of your subject. Getting that perfect shot as if you were right next to it takes plenty of patience, a bit of luck, and absolutely the right optical. When binoculars simply won’t do for that long-distance […]
Glock 19 vs. 26 – I Love the G19, But Which is Better For CCW?
Oh dear. I just know that, 5 minutes after posting this review, I’m going to get some angry emails from people who disagree with me. Though other notable battles between compact pistols – think the Glock 43 vs. Shield – divide opinion, it seems that the most combative arguments are between people who disagree about […]
SIG Sauer P938 Review – Best Traditional Concealed Carry Option
There are so many sub-compact semi-automatic pistols on the market today that, honestly, it’s very difficult for guns new or old to stand out. But often times, the guns that really stand out the most are the guns that are more traditional. One such option of a more traditional concealed carry, subcompact pistol option is […]
Alpen Spotting Scopes – Are They Worth the Money?
Have you ever noticed that many activities such as hunting and bird watching require you to locate far away objects? Target shooting and spectator viewing also depend upon these requirements. If you’re serious about your observations, you’ll need a serious spotting scope. Alpen Spotting Scopes might be what you’re looking for. Spotting scopes deliver larger […]
Lucid HD 7 Red Dot Sight Review
For a very long time the optics industry basically produced two kinds of optics. The poorly made and the close to unaffordable. Without a doubt you could get an ‘affordable’ scope, but how long would it last under pressure? You could also get a quality scope…but be prepared to pay for it. There wasn’t a […]
Crazy Guns That Are Unbelievable – Mythics, Legends and More
I love the weird, the odd, and the crazy guns that the world seems to forget about. It doesn’t need to be effective to catch my eye. Crazy guns are rarely successful guns, but that doesn’t they shouldn’t be celebrated! Well, maybe not celebrated, but at least gawked at. So let’s gawk at the 10 […]
Best Clay Pigeon Thrower Options – Hand and Auto
Clay pigeons are a terrific way for any marksman or duck hunter to hone their moving target skills… and have a bit of fun while doing it! We review some of the best clay pigeon thrower options on the market. If you do most of your target practice at the range, you probably already have […]
Vortex Diamondback Spotting Scope – Review What You Need to Know
Are you in the market for a new spotting scope? If you’ve done your research, you know that Vortex is a well known and reputable producer of fine optical instruments. The American owned, family operated company designs and produces high-quality optics such as binoculars, rifle scopes, rangefinders and of course, spotting scopes. We’ll dive into […]
300 Blackout vs 308 Winchester –
Before we get into our 300 Blackout vs 308 Winchester comparison, lets talk about each briefly. 300 Blackout 300 Blackout is the newest 30 caliber round to reach the AR 15 platform. The 30 caliber as a projectile size is nothing new. It’s been around for well over a hundred years and served in dozens […]
Springfield M1A Review – A Classic Rifle That Will Never Grow Old
If there’s any one thing that the Springfield M1A rifle will be known for, it’s that it’s the semi-automatic civilian version of the military’s selective fire M14 rifle that has been in continuous service since the late 1950s. Learn everything you need to know about this classic rifle in our Springfield M1A Review. There’s no […]