Lucid L7 1-6x Riflescope
A quality low-power-variable that won’t force you to eat Ramen noodles
The old saying “buy cheap, buy twice” is usually true. With the continuing strong...
FN America Military Collector Series M4 Carbine
The real deal (minus a couple details)
Like many weapons enthusiasts, I am fond of historic military firearms. Among those I am proud to own...
SureFire 2211 Luminox Wrist Light
Always ready, always hands-free
The new 2211 Luminox Wrist Light from Sure Fire ($649) is a super-rugged Luminox wrist watch built around a high-performance variable...
Primary Weapons Systems Mod 2 Rifles
By Dave Bahde
PWS steps up their game with substanial improvements
Over the years Primary Weapons Systems (PWS) rifles have seen use at my home range,...
CMMG Mk47 AKS8 Pistol
The best thing to ever happen to 7.62x39mm?
Trying to marry the AK-47 and AR-15 platforms has been a challenge for many rifle builders. The...
Starline Bottleneck Rifle Brass
Many shooters and most handloaders are familiar with Starline brass. But how many of you know that Starline makes only straight-wall handgun and rifle...
SureFire’s IntelliBeam Lights
Not too little, not too much . . . always the right amount of light
When I was young(er), a tactical flashlight was any flashlight...
LWRCI-DI 556
By Dave Bahde
More than just another direct-impingement carbine
One of the first reliable piston ARs I used was an LWRCI. The early 10.5-inch upper it...
Best Of Shot Show 36 of 38: Vortex Diamondback Binoculars
Vortex has completely redesigned their popular Diamondback series of binoculars for 2016. They boast a short hinge and upscale design that offers increased hand...
Best Of Shot Show 35 of 38: Burris XTR II 1-8x24mm Riflescope
The new XTR II 1-8x24mm riflescope from Burris ($1,199) is available in your choice of front focal plane, or rear focal plane, each with...
Best Of Shot Show 34 of 38: Surefire Sidekick Ultra-Compact LED Flashlight
The new Sidekick ultra-compact LED flashlight from surefire ($79.99) is rechargeable and was designed to attach to keys so it’s always available. This polymer-bodied...
Best Of Shot Show 33 of 38: Lucid L7 1-6×24 Riflescope
Built on a rugged, 1-piece, 30mm machined 6063 aluminum tube, the new L7 1-6x24mm riflescope from Lucid Optics ($449) is fitted with the Lucid...
Best Of Shot Show 32 of 38: Mossberg 930 Pro-Series Sporting Shotgun
Mossberg is entering the sporting clays market with its new Model 930 Pro-Series sporting shotgun. Traditionally a two-target game shot with an over/under shotgun,...
Best Of Shot Show 30 of 38: Hornady Precision Hunter Ammunition
The new Precision Hunter ammo from Hornady combines superb accuracy with devastating terminal performance. Precision Hunter is loaded with Hornady's new ELD-X (Extremely Low...
Best Of Shot Show 28 of 38: Midwest Industries Gen 3 Handguards
What has a continuous Picatinny Rail, seven sides for M-LOK attachments, five QD sling swivel receptacles and weighs as little as 6.7 ounces? The...
Best Of Shot Show 26 of 38: Sneaky Bags Sentinel Bag
Tactical backpacks have reached epic proportions. Just about everyone is trying to one up the last bag released. This usually means more Velcro, more...
Best Of Shot Show 23 of 38: LaserMax LMR-M Manta Ray Rail-Mounted Light
New from LaserMax is the LMR-M Manta-Ray rail-mounted light ($219). This ultra-lightweight (1.8 oz.), ruggedized, rechargeable light snaps on and off any Picatinny rail...
Best Of Shot Show 22 of 38: Nightforce SHV 4-14×50 F1 Riflescope
The new SHV 4-14x50 F1 riflescope from Nightforce is the company’s first SHV scope built with a first focal plane reticle. It delivers first...
Best Of Shot Show 21 of 38: Thompson/Center Compass Rifle
New from Thompson/Center comes the budget friendly Compass Rifle. For an amazing $399 you get a feature-rich, American-made, bolt-action rifle that combines craftsmanship and...
Best Of Shot Show 20 of 38: CZ 805 Bren S1 Carbine
CZ USA has introduced 805 Bren S1 Carbine ($1,999) for those who would prefer to own a Bren in civilian-legal rifle form rather than...
Best Of Shot Show 19 of 38: LWRCI-DI Direct Impingement Rifle
The new LWRCI-DI direct gas impingement operated AR is a first for this company, which is world renown for its outstanding gas-piston operated AR...
Best Of Shot Show 18 of 38: TRUGLO TRU•TEC 20mm Red-Dot Sight
The new TRU•TEC 20mm Red-Dot Sight from TRUGLO ($205.18) is an ultra-light, compact design featuring a crisp and bright 2-MOA aiming dot. Powered by...
Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM 16 CQB
When I was a kid I lusted for an M1 Garand, the iconic American battle rifle of World War II and the Korean War....
Best Of Shot Show 17 of 38: Bushnell AK Optics AK 1-4x24mm Riflescope
Designed to be rugged and reliable, just like its namesake rifle, the new AK 1-4x24mm Riflescope provides both close-quarters utility and mid- to long-range...
Best Of Shot Show 16 of 38: Vertx EDC Rifle-Compatible Delivery Messenger Bag
Vertx has added two Rifle-Compatible Delivery Messenger Bags to its top-quality EDC line of bags and packs. “We’ve created the solution for those seeking...
