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Century Arms AP5 Review: The Best MP5 Clone?
If you are looking for an iconic firearm, it doesn’t get much more iconic than the MP5. Movies, video games, and books all reference the compact firearm...
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.223 Remington vs 5.56 NATO: What’s the Difference for AR-15 Owners?
If you've recently purchased an AR-15 or are shopping for ammunition, you've probably noticed two cartridges that appear almost identical sitting side...
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The Top 10mm Pistols In 2026
Pistols are not always the best option when it comes to defensive needs. With the low stopping power that typically comes behind every trigger pull, most...
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7 Reliable Budget Pistols for 2026: Affordable Doesn’t Mean Cheap
I often see a lot of people catch heat online when asking for “budget” pistol recommendations. The argument is why would you ever bet your life on a pistol...
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Springfield 1911 DS Prodigy Comp Review: Shoot Flatter And Faster
I had the pleasure of reviewing the original Springfield 1911 DS Prodigy when it was released in 2022 and have enjoyed it ever since. So, when I had the...
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Springfield 1911 Operator AOS Review: Meet The New Optic Ready Operator
The 1911 is one of those pistols that every firearms enthusiast should have at least one of. Whether you’re used to shooting striker-fired polymer pistols...
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Sig P365-Fuse vs. P365X-Macro: What’s New?
Sig Sauer has been continuously expanding its P365 line of pistols since it debuted in 2018.
Thanks to its compact size and great magazine capacity,...
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CCW Showdown: S&W Bodyguard 2.0 vs. Shield Plus vs. Equalizer
The battle of the best concealed carry-size Smith and Wesson pistol has begun. Today, we’re putting the Bodyguard 2.0, the Shield Plus, and the Equalizer...
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Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C Review: A Compact Contender For Your CCW
A little over a year ago, Springfield Armory released the Echelon. Its modularity and upgraded features were met with superior performance, so it quickly...
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Glock 26 Gen5 Review: A Compact Powerhouse for Everyday Carry
Concealed carrying is significantly more common than in 1994, the year the Glock 26 debuted in the American market. Compact handguns dominate the market,...
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Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 Sport Review: The Best AR-style .22 LR?
I’ll admit, there was a point in time when I thought having an AR-style rifle chambered in .22 LR was a waste of money. However, my mind quickly changed...
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Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 Review: Pocket Pistol Protection
Compact .380 and 9MM pistols have long been favorites in the firearms community. Due to their portability, reliability, and effectiveness for self-defense,...
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Surefire X300 Turbo: Is It Worth It? [2024 Review]
Fine shooter, you and I are about to talk about the Surefire X300 Turbo and find out if it’s worth it or hype.
Up until a few weeks ago, I had a Coyote...
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Stribog SP9A1 Review: A Work Horse Pistol Caliber Carbine
Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCC) are some of the most popular firearms on the market, starting their rise in prominence in the early 2010s. Offerings from...
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Primary Weapons Systems MK114 MOD 1-M Review: Not Your Average AR-15
For the last few months, I’ve had the pleasure of testing out the Primary Weapons Systems (PWS) MK114 MOD 1-M, and after several hundred rounds, it’s time...
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Bear Creek Arsenal BC-201 Review: A 10/22 Competitor?
Over the last several years, I’ve become increasingly interested in rimfire firearms, with the Ruger 10/22 being one of my favorites. So when I saw the...
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