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Brian 
A shooting chronograph does more than confirm how fast a bullet is traveling. It shows whether the ammunition is consistent, gives you better data for a ballistic calculator, and can explain vertical spread that may not be obvious at shorter distances. I have been using the Athlon Rangecraft Velocity Pro while testing factory ammunition in … Read more
Some knives demand attention. In this Tekto A5 Spry Mini Automatic Knife review, I’m looking at a compact automatic knife that does the opposite. It disappears into a pocket until you need it. Then it deploys quickly and handles small everyday tasks with precision. With a 1.85-inch blade and a weight of about 2.15 ounces, … Read more
The Taurus TX22 is one of the most popular rimfire pistols on the market. It’s affordable, reliable, and easy to shoot. Because of that, many owners eventually upgrade their pistol with a TX22 red dot optic. A red dot makes it easier to shoot faster and more accurately. Instead of aligning front and rear iron … Read more
If you want a reliable Beretta 1301 reflex mount that also adds onboard ammo, the Mesa Tactical SureShell Carrier and Reflex Mount for the Beretta 1301 Tactical and A300 is a strong option. Instead of stacking a separate optic plate and shell carrier, this system combines both into one rigid unit. As a result, you … Read more
TandemKross Eagle’s Talon Extractor Review for Ruger PC Carbine & PC Charger I’ve run a huge amount of bulk 9mm ammo through my Ruger PC Carbine and PC Charger over the years. Both platforms have been reliable, predictable, and boring in the best possible way. However, now that I’m running them suppressed thanks to the … Read more