Bear Creek Arsenal BC-22 Dedicated .22 LR Upper

BC-22 Dedicated .22 LR Upper from Bear Creek Arsenal

I recently got my hands on the BC-22 rimfire upper from Bear Creek Arsenal. My first centerfire rifle was an AR15, and when I got it about 16 years ago, I was fortunate enough to get some pointers from a local SWAT trainer. We ran through several drills, and I’ve become pretty proficient over the … Read more

Arken EP5 5-25×56 Review: Budget Precision Scope Tested

Arken EP-5 5-25x56 FFP Scope

I recently got an Arken EP5 5-25×56 FFP Illuminated Reticle scope to review. The Arken EP5 5-25×56 has been getting a lot of attention as a budget precision scope for shooters looking to stretch their range without spending a small fortune. I’d seen it come up repeatedly on enthusiast forums and shooting sites, usually with … Read more

New Riton 5 PRIMAL 15-45×60 ED Angled Spotting Scope

Riton Optics Announces the All-New 5 PRIMAL 15-45×60 Spotting Scope Tucson, AZ (September 2023) -Riton Optics has unveiled its highly anticipated addition to the PRIMAL line of purpose-built optics. The all-new 5 PRIMAL 15-45×60 Spotting Scope has been carefully designed with premium features packed into a compact, lightweight package, which provides hunters and shooters unmatched … Read more

Wiley X Saber Advanced Eye Protection

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

Volquartsen Competition Bolt for the Ruger 10/22

Volquartsen Competition Bolt for the Ruger 10/22

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