Gear Reviews

I don’t get why Remington doesn’t just tap their shotguns for an optic’s mount. Like all of their shotguns. Mossberg does it, so why can’t Remington? Luckily, solutions exist, and one that has always interested me was the Burris SpeadBead. It seems like a great solution for a complicated problem. Burris designed the Spea Bead to be an optic mounting solution that doesn’t require a tapped receiver.

When it comes to guns and knives, I am generally the practical guy. I write about P320’s and FNH 509s and concealable blades that punch above their weight. We have other people that write about antique machine guns and gadgets, and rarely shall they cross. But I do sometimes get taken in by the cool, even if it is far from the best design.

A lumen has a technical definition, but generally speaking, it’s about as bright as a single candle. More importantly for this discussion, a lumen measures the total energy output of a light without regard for beam angle.

When searching for an aftermarket trigger there are a few things to consider. Do you want the lightest competition trigger available, or something with a clean heavier pull to be more duty-oriented? Determine what is important to you, and find something designed to fit those needs.

The rifle optics game has been changing a lot as of late, one might even say turning on its head.

While there have been multiple conversion systems out for varying pistols over the years, the B&T USW-G feels more durable and minimalistic than some of these other options.

A practical belt, or duty belt as it is called in law enforcement, occupies the space between concealed carry belt and a full-on military battle belt. A practical belt keeps the things you need handy and should be tailored for your needs. While there are many variations on the market, I am fond of a local company, Essential Tactical or Esstac.

In the past, I would swap out my Glock for a knife when I was unable to carry a firearm but was never fully satisfied with this solution. Then I found the Taser Pulse.

Vortex Optics just announced their all-new Defender-CCW™ red dot pistol sight. This optic is designed to be sturdy and portable for everyday use while boasting incredible functionability.