The best snub nose revolvers of 2026 are still the guns people underestimate right up until they need one. Ask anybody who has carried a lot of hardware in a lot of places, and the short-barreled wheelgun keeps earning its spot for one simple reason: it works when everything else about the situation is going [...]
Travis Pike is a dedicated firearms writer, a Second Amendment Advocate, and a subject matter enthusiast for all things firearms. He is an amateur competitor with dreams of one day not coming in 4th place at a local defensive match. If he’s not putting text to word processor, he’s likely spending time with family, enjoying Florida’s Nature Coast, or drinking hipster beer. As the resident Florida man he has a preference for obscure guns and calibers.
Experience
- Hunter – Long time deer and hog hunter in the swamps of Florida
- Instructor – Volunteers to teach basic firearm safety classes to kids, adults, and cats
- Wannabe Competitor – Has recently dipped his toes into competitive shooting and has happily discovered an expensive hobby.
- Marine – Served five years with the infantry before transferring to the First Civ Div.
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Weapon Lights That Win: Handgun, Shotgun, Rifle
Published: January 4, 2026 { 0 comments }Pick the right weapon-mounted light for the gun in your hand. We break down platform-specific mounting, power, and beam so your light actually helps you win in the dark.
Weapon Light Tactics That Save Lives
Published: December 17, 2025 { 1 comment }Anything you attach to a gun requires you to be skilled in its use. Today is all about the know-how when it comes to using weapon lights for defensive shooting.
Beretta 20X vs 21A Bobcat: The Tip Up Showdown
Published: November 23, 2025 { 7 comments }Beretta finally gives the Bobcat a real modernization with the 20X, and it shows. We shot both side by side to see if the new gun truly fixes the 21A’s quirks or just dresses them up.
Space Cowboy Guns: 5 Picks That Look Future Ready
Published: November 2, 2025 { 2 comments }Let’s explore the mesh of old and new to discover guns perfect for any space cowboy.
Best AR-15 Rifles (2026)
Published: October 26, 2025 { 13 comments }There is an AR-15 for every budget. Here are the best for each price point.
Revolver EDC: 7 Advantages Autos Can’t Match
Published: October 19, 2025 { 4 comments }The concealed carry revolver might seem outdated, but we can see it still has potency and a place in the concealed carry conversation.
Top 5 Wonder Nines That Still Rule Carry Today
Published: October 12, 2025 { 10 comments }The jump from revolvers to Wonder Nines was certainly a broad one, and we aren’t going back to revolvers or even single stacks anytime soon.
Handgun Safety 101: Must-Know Rules and Gear
Published: October 5, 2025 { 2 comments }When it comes to handgun safety and firearm safety as a whole, there is no compromise.
The Ultimate Guide to Weapon-Mounted Lights
Published: September 15, 2025 { 0 comments }Weapon-mounted lights have become increasingly popular on modern firearms due to their improved power and general usefulness for defensive shooting.