Quiet Time With the Volquartsen Firefly 2.0

Volquartsen Firefly 2.0 for 10/22-pattern firearms

The Volquartsen Firefly 2.0 is a game-changer for owners of 10/22-pattern firearms. A standard steel 10/22 bolt will not reliably cycle low power (710 fps) ammo, even with a reduced power spring. This lightweight aluminum bolt allows the use of subsonic ammo, up to 1050 fps, with dependable cycling. Once installed, you can run your … Read more

Krossfire Bolt for Ruger Mark IV & 22/45

TandemKross Krossfire Bolt for Ruger Mark IV & 22/45

TandemKross recently released their Krossfire Bolt for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45 pistols. It builds on their experience as providers of competition-ready aftermarket parts. They’ve taken all the internal bits that they’ve had for years, and stuffed them into a custom bolt. The result is a drop-in part which improves reliability and performance. And … Read more

Sentinel Guide Rod for Ruger Mark Series Pistols

Sentinel Guide Rod for Ruger Mark Series Pistols

You probably wouldn’t expect the Sentinel Guide Rod from TandemKross to make a big performance difference, but it does. This guide rod for the Ruger Mark series of pistols is a true “drop-in” upgrade. It replaces the factory guide rod, and the most obvious difference is the gold color. That color is due to the … Read more

Santa Brought Me a Ruger 22 Charger

My new Ruger 22 Charger after a few modifications

Yeah, Santa brought me a Ruger 22 Charger. Granted, I had to ask, hand over my credit card, and it showed up after the holidays. But I’m calling it a gift from the fat man with the white beard. And if you’ve been following this site at all, you know that my firearms rarely stay … Read more

TandemKross Manticore X Lower

TandemKross Manticore X 10/22 Lower

The TandemKross Manticore X Lower for 10/22-pattern firearms is the first of its kind. It replaces a traditional stock or chassis, allowing 10/22 receivers to be mounted directly to the trigger group. From there, any standard AR-style grip can be added, and a rear rail section allows for buttstocks and braces to be attached as … Read more

TandemKross Innovates Again with the Manticore X Lower for Ruger 10/22

TandemKross Manticore X Lower for Ruger 10/22

The new Manticore X Lower for Ruger 10/22 pattern firearms is the latest innovation from TandemKross. This time, they’ve taken “Thinking outside the box” to a whole new level. Since 1964, there have been untold factory variations as well as aftermarket modifications and customizations to the platform. But nothing like this. Wood stocks gave way … Read more