Recreational shooting and other stuff
Chances are, you won’t realize that you need the TandemKross Extractor Service Tool until you really need it. I’ve had mine for quite some time, and figured that I would get around to writing an article about it at some point. Well, that day arrived. I took out one of my 10/22-based firearms, and it … Read more
The new Riton 3 TACTIX EED (Enclosed Emitter Dot) is the perfect companion for your optics-ready pistol. It seems like every week, some manufacturer is announcing a new pistol, and a lot of them are cut for optics. So it’s good to see optics company keeping pace, and offering a greater variety of products. Last … Read more
I can’t believe it took me this long to get my hands on the BC-22 rimfire upper from Bear Creek Arsenal. My first centerfire rifle was a modern sporting rifle, and when I got it about 16 years ago, I was fortunate enough to get some pointers from our local SWAT trainer. We ran through … Read more
Arken recently sent me their Arken EP5 5-25×56 FFP Illuminated Reticle scope to review. I’d seen this scope mentioned plenty of times on various enthusiast sites, and users generally had positive comments. So I figured I’d take one for a spin, and see what the hype was about. With an MSRP of $529.99, it hits … Read more
For the past couple of months, I’ve been reviewing the Saber Advanced glasses from Wiley X. Specifically, their three-lens kit. My decision to review this kit was somewhat financial, although it’s also quite convenient. Because even if you’re feeling the pinch of our current economic woes, eye protection isn’t the place to skimp. Currently priced … Read more
At its current retail price of $286, the Competition Bolt for the Ruger® 10/22® from Volquartsen is certainly a pricey component. But there is quite a bit that sets it apart from both factory and other aftermarket bolts. Since bolt upgrades are a common topic on the enthusiast sites that I visit, I figured I’d … Read more