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Razor® HD 4000 GB sitting well balanced on a log by the river

Best Rangefinders (2026): Razor HD 4000 GB, RX-5000, KILO MICRO

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The best rangefinders of 2026 fix the most common reason hunters miss, and it is not the rifle. It is the guess. Most people are terrible at judging distance, especially across open country, canyons, or water. A deer that looks like 300 yards is 420, and a bull across a basin that looks like a [...]

A handgun is posed next to a parts kit that converts the gun to run on CO2.

CO2 Recoil At Home: 2011 CoolFire Trainer Review

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The 2011 Bull Barrel CoolFire Trainer adds believable CO2 recoil and auto reset to dry fire, turning living room reps into full-speed practice that feels dangerously close to live fire.

ACE VR Shooting Simulator Review: Transformative Home Training

We Trained 63,000 Rounds In ACE VR

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ACE VR turns living rooms into real practice space with pistol handsets, USPSA-style stages, and hard data. After more than 63,000 virtual rounds, the skill transfer is real.

Holosun 507 Comp red dot, the top pick among the best Holosun red dots of 2026

Holosun 507 Comp vs 407 Comp vs 507C: What’s the Difference?

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Enter the 507 Comp, more reticle options, and a bigger and taller lens.  This optic is primarily intended for use on a pistol, specifically a competition pistol. 

romeo zero sig sauer

Red Dot Lingo You’ll Actually Use

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Tired of staring at shelves of optics and guessing at the buzzwords? This quick glossary breaks down real red dot sight terms so your next pick is simple and smart.

Safariland Incog X IWB Holster Overview

Holster Types Explained: IWB, OWB, Appendix, Pocket, Ankle and More

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The main holster types are inside the waistband (IWB), appendix inside the waistband (AIWB), outside the waistband (OWB), pocket, ankle, shoulder, chest and off-body holsters. For most people who carry concealed every day, an IWB holster worn at appendix or strong-side hip is the best starting point, and OWB is the most comfortable and fastest [...]

Infitac IOTS IOL25 Review

Infitac IOL25 Thermal Review: Tiny Body, Big Wins

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Tiny body, big utility. The Infitac IOL25 leans into features over raw pixels, delivering QD speed, offset red dot versatility, and a surprising kill flash that actually works.

Reloading the Revolver

Best Ankle Carry Handguns (2026): Revolvers & Pistols

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Anyone looking for a small, light handgun for less-conventional types of carry, there’s something on this list that will suit their needs inside any budget.

Best Concealed Carry Holsters (2026): IWB, OWB, Ankle & Off-Body

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There are a ton of different holster materials to choose from ranging from leather to Kydex to hybrids to nylon. What do you need to know before investing anywhere from twenty bucks to a couple of hundred dollars into what amounts to belt real estate for your handgun? Turns out there’s more than you might think to choosing a holster.

Nightforce NX6 Review: Field-Ready Clarity — SHOT Show 2026

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Nightforce’s NX6 family trims weight without trimming performance, bringing faster handling and clean glass to hunters, carbine shooters, and long-range fans who want durability that still moves.