When I was a kid, I loved going to the local gunshops. They had all those fancy rifles and shotguns lined up on the wall, shiny pistols and revolvers under glass, and rows of boxed factory ammo from 17 Bee to .458 Winchester. The vast majority of those boxes had similar cartridges printed on the … Read more
The AR-15 is currently the most popular rifle on the face of the planet. Its lightweight maneuverability, reliable semi-automatic action, and serious modularity have earned it a die-hard fan base. Estimates from the National Shooting Sports Foundation put the number of AR-15-style rifles in the United States alone at approximately 15 million. Shooters love the … Read more
Serious long-range skills are relatively rare in the shooting world. To consistently make precision shots on long-range targets requires incredible skill. It also takes a high-quality rifle, match-grade ammo, and a top-notch riflescope. Having an optic with long-range capabilities is a key element of the shooting equation. But how do you find the best long range … Read more
If you want to experience the thrill of hunting at night, then the following reviews will help you choose the right night vision scope. After all, matching a night vision scope to meet your budget and the hunting you do is why you’re here. I have guided hog hunts at night for years in Texas, … Read more
The .308 Winchester is one of the most versatile rifle cartridges available to modern shooters. It has impressive long-range abilities, beautiful ballistics, and produces relatively mild recoil. You can also easily find a rifle chambered for this functional cartridge in virtually any action type, including lever action, bolt action, and semi-automatic. The .308 is perfectly … Read more
There is a common misconception that scopes for rimfire rifles are generally cheap, poorly constructed, or just not worth the trouble. There are certainly a lot of cheap scopes out there that aren’t worth any shooter’s time or money. However, there are also plenty of superb scopes designed especially for rimfire rifles and pistols available … Read more
There is not much that excites hunters more than the thrill of night hunting. There is just something about seeing animals hiding under the cover of darkness that brings out the kid in us. Thermal scopes give you the unique ability to illuminate a hog crossing a wheat field in the middle of the night. … Read more
Are you trying to find the best holographic sights on the market? Looking for a new high-quality optic to put on your firearm? Want something a step up from your average reflex sight? Think a holographic sight might be the way to go? Then keep reading because this guide will tell you everything you need … Read more
Whether you’re preparing for your next hunting trip, 3 Gun competition, or you’re setting up a tactical AR, red dot sights can help you take your shooting to the next level. These user-friendly aiming systems come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and prices. In this article, we take a look at what to look … Read more
Looking for the best pistol red dot sight can be tough considering the crowded market that has grown around these devices in the past several years. With terms tossed around like emitters, focal planes, and footprints thrown in the mix, it can also be confusing. I’m here to walk you through all that and give … Read more
Finding the best rifle scope is a complicated topic. The world of rifle optics is massive, and modern rifle scopes come in a plethora of shapes, sizes, magnification ranges, and configurations. The process is complicated because there is no one-size-fits-all riflescope. Different scopes are better suited for certain shooting applications than others. Wading through the … Read more
Like a lot of kids growing up in the American West, I started shooting with an open-sighted .22 rimfire rifle. It is a great way to learn rifle marksmanship. I learned how to shoulder the rifle, hold the grip, break the trigger, following through the shot, control my breathing, etc. I found shooting was simplified … Read more