Recently I was fortunate to attend the Outdoor News America (sponsored by Blue August) writers conference. Once again, this year’s event was held at the Texas Gun Experience facility in Grapevine, Texas. This 35,000 square foot building alone is worth a visit if you’re in the area. Aside from a well-stocked gun, knife, ammo and related products […]
Gear Reviews
5 Really Cool Items from Skinner Sights for the Outdoorsman
If you enjoy the aesthetic appeal and functionality of a high-quality peep sight on your favorite lever gun then chances are you already know about Skinner Sights. If not, then it may be high time you check them out. Andy Larsson has owned and operated Skinner Sights based in St. Ignatius, Montana since 2010. Larsson […]
5 United States Based Outdoor Companies You Should Support
Today many companies associated with shooting, hunting and even just everyday outdoor recreation have suffered hard financial times, some more than others. This of course, applies to our “made in the USA” businesses. As sportsmen and women, we should consider buying “Made in the USA” products next time you need to purchase ammunition, firearms or […]
RTS Tactical Advanced Sleek 2.0 Plate Carrier
RTS Tactical is a seller of high end plate carriers as well as the plates to put inside. RTS Tactical sent me a couple of Level III+ plates and their Advanced Sleek 2.0 plate carrier a couple months back, so I could check it all out. The Sleek 2.0 is a great setup that allows […]
Springfield Armory Emissary 1911 Review
Earlier this year, Springfield Armory released a new variant of its unique 1911, the Emissary. This new gun is a 9mm, commander-size gun with a 4.25-inch barrel. Like its stablemates in the Emissary barn, this latest edition has a lot to offer for the 1911 aficionado. This and others in the Emissary series are striking […]
Grovtec 2-Point Sabre Sling Review: Ready for Personal Defense
Recently I had the chance to test a new sling by Grovtec, of Oregon. It’s called the Sabre and is a 2-point attachment style. I find it to be a good choice for a defensive long gun. Here’s why. The Sabre is made of inch-wide nylon webbing. It’s very lightweight and flexible, adding very little […]
Riton 3 Tactix Scope & Mount Review
Riton is an optics company based in Tucson. Recently I got the opportunity to check out one of their tactical riflescopes called 3 Tactix along with a quick-detach (QD) mount. I came away from the experience really surprised at how well this economical scope performed. Here are the details. True confession time, color doesn’t matter, […]
Grey Man Tactical: Access, Security for Truck Guns and Emergency Prep
Whether you currently carry a long gun in your vehicle for varmint control or protection, or whether you’ve wished you could do so but have been concerned for the security of said gun, Grey Man Tactical has the fix for both quick access and security. And it’s a fix that’ll work in all but the smallest two-seater, […]
Kore Essentials EDC Gun Belt Review
A good belt is one of the most overlooked parts of carrying a gun. A lot of folks put hundreds or thousands of dollars in their gun and holster rig, only to use a cheap, weak, and flimsy piece of leather to hold it to their body. If you couldn’t tell by my snarky tone, […]
JM4 Tactical Coffee Review
I’m a huge coffee drinker, and I don’t just mean because I’m enormous and happen to drink this magical wake up juice. I mean that I look forward to my coffee in the morning and enjoy each and every sip of it. While I’d drink any coffee if necessary, I’m actually fairly picky when it […]
