Recreational shooting and other stuff
Three years ago, I shared a 22 Charger build that was supposed to be my July 4th project. Due to some timing issues, as well as poorly-chosen parts, it failed in a couple of ways. First, the chassis wasn’t received in time for the July 4th deadline. Worse though, the blue charging handle I had … Read more
I’ve been a fan of Groove Life since I first saw them at a tradeshow many years ago. They only had their rings then, but I’ve since picked up one of their belts as they are excellent, and doubly so for EDC. As they expanded their product lineup, they also rolled out some new designs. … Read more
Suppressors get filthy fast, especially rimfire suppressors. Finding a good suppressor cleaner becomes important once carbon, lead buildup, and powder residue start accumulating inside the baffles. Carbon, lead buildup, and powder residue accumulate quickly inside suppressor baffles, which is why a good suppressor cleaner can make maintenance much easier. If you shoot a lot of … Read more
Recently, I was able to add the Crossfire Doubleshot interchangeable lens kit to my range bag. With multiple frames and lenses in a single package, it’s designed to cover pretty much any lighting situation a typical enthusiast might encounter. Crossfire Doubleshot Interchangeable Lens Kit contents Inside the handy case, which is about the size of … Read more
Back in March, I posted the start of this project. This winter seemed endless, and I was bored. In that window between “too cold to shoot, but not warm enough to spend evenings in the garage”, I hatched a plan: Reshape and then refinish an OEM 10/22 stock. I’ve always enjoyed woodworking, but never thought … Read more
Recently, I was given the opportunity to test out the Heras SPR 6-24×56 APLR9 FFP IR MOA from Athlon. The Heras is a feature-rich scope with quality optics. Since it’s marketed specifically for small caliber rifles and airguns, we paired it with my friend Austin’s FX Maverick air rifle. The FX is a precision air … Read more