Benelli M2: A Gun Test with the 12-Gauge Speed Demon
At the range, the Benelli M2 Tactical proved 100-percent reliable and was fast on target during realistic drills thanks to its high-visbility sights, light weight and semi-auto action. Chevrons in the...
View ArticleSneak Peek: Smith & Wesson Performance Center’s Ported M&P Shield
Introduced in 2012, the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield has become one of the most successful pistols in the company’s recent history. Just 6 inches long and 1-inch wide, the Shield is a favorite for...
View ArticleSR45: Ruger’s Tough-As-Nails .45 ACP Pistol
Photo by Steve Woods Ruger’s striker-fired SR45 offers tank-tough durability and .45 ACP firepower in a slim, easy-to-use design perfect for beginners and expert shooters alike. Photo by Steve Woods...
View Article15 Shotguns Designed For 3-Gun Competitions
Benelli Performance Shop M2 3-Gun Edition — Gauge: 12 • Barrel: 24 inches • OA Length: 45.5 inches • Weight: 6.7 pounds (empty) • Stock: Synthetic • Sights: HiViz front, XS Express rear • Action:...
View Article84M Hunter: Kimber’s New Bolt Action Hunting Rifle
New for 2016, Kimber has announced the launch of its newest bolt action rifle: The 84M Hunter. Kimber’s new addition is a sub-MOA bolt action sporting rifle that brings an unmatched level of...
View ArticleMagnum Force: 9 High-Powered Pistols & Revolvers
Chiappa Rhino Magnum Research Big Frame Revolver Magnum Research Desert Eagle Ruger Super Redhawk Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan Smith & Wesson Model S&W500 Smith & Wesson Model 460XVR Taurus...
View ArticleAUG A3 M1: Steyr’s Close Quarters Dominator
Photo by Sean Utley The Steyr AUG completely revolutionized the semi-auto rifle world with its bullpup design in the 1970s, and the new A3 M1 variant carries on the tradition with an integral optic...
View ArticleSP10: Seekins Precision’s High-Power .308 Rifle
The Seekins Precision SP10 features upgraded furniture, including a six-position Magpul STR buttstock. During testing, the SP10 was light on recoil, and the flat-bottom handguard provided a stable...
View ArticleExclusive Video: FN’s Accessory-Ready FNX-45 Tactical Pistol
The double-stack FNX-45 Tactical is the perfect option for tactical operators. This full-sized DA/SA pistol holds 15+1 rounds of .45 ACP ammunition—plenty for most missions. But there are many more...
View ArticleMagnum Research Unveils Black Tiger Stripe Desert Eagle
Magnum Research has been big on giving the Desert Eagle some life with some of its custom finishes. Recently, the company added yet another custom finish with its line: The Black Tiger Stripe Desert...
View ArticleExclusive Video: Del-Ton’s First Big-Bore AR — The Echo DTI .308
The new Del-Ton Echo DTI .308 rifle is the company’s first foray into the big-bore AR market, and the company has done so with the intent of appealing to a broad range of users. Marketed under the...
View ArticleStraight As an Aero: Aero Precision’s AC-15 Rifle
The 5.56mm NATO AC-15 from Aero Precision might be an entry-level AR, but it comes with several enhancements to make sure it won’t miss a beat on patrol. Shown with a Trijicon MRO. Thanks to the...
View ArticleNew For 2016: Inland Manufacturing’s M1 Scout Carbine
Inland Manufacturing has released a highly functional and cool-looking .30 caliber for 2016: The M1 Scout Carbine. The new, all-American-made carbine incorporates design elements and benefits of the...
View ArticlePKO-45: Heizer Defense’s Ultra Slim Pocket Pistol
When it comes to pocket pistols, the slimmer the better — and Heizer Defense has just announced one of the slimmest. Known for its innovative line of powerful pocket pistols, Heizer Defense is adding...
View ArticleBeretta M9A3: A Battle-Enhanced 9mm Pistol
Photo by Patrick Lanham The new Beretta M9A3 offers several 21st century upgrades—like a threaded barrel, tritium sights, a thinner grip, a Picatinny rail for accessories and more—over the M9, which...
View ArticleSentinel Compact: Wilson Combat’s Latest Concealable Pistol
Wilson Combat's Sentinel Compact in Black/Burnt Bronze Wilson Combat's Sentinel Compact in Black/Green Wilson Combat's Sentinel Compact in Black/Flat Dark Earth Wilson Combat continues to strengthen...
View ArticleSneak Peek: Mossberg’s Kryptek Highlander Patriots
Mossberg offers more than 60 models of the Patriot in 11 of the most popular calibers. These rifles combine the most-desired features from previous Mossberg centerfire rifles in a re-engineered...
View ArticleM1A SOCOM 16 CQB: Springfield’s Close-Quarters Brawler
The new M1A SOCOM 16 CQB is optimized for close-quarters duty but still offers 7.62mm NATO power. Springfield Armory offers a version with a clip guide red-dot mount and a Vortex Venom reflex sight...
View ArticleApex Tactical Transforms 2 Smith & Wesson M&P Pistols
Photo by Alex Landeen The author had two 9mm S&W semi-autos—the M&P9 (left) and M&P Shield (shown right with a LaserMax CenterFire laser)—customized by Apex Tactical Specialties and...
View ArticleTactical Leverage: Mossberg’s 464 SPX & Taylor’s .45-70 Ridge Runner
Lever-action rifles may remind you of the Old West, but they can still be effective for personal and home defense. Modern examples like the Mossberg 464 SPX and Taylor’s 1886 Ridge Runner offer plenty...
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