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The .40 S&W Comeback: Great for Personal Defense and Available During the Ammo Drought

The .40 S&W Comeback: Great for Personal Defense and Available During the Ammo Drought

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Less popular than 9mm, there is still a wide selection of .40 S&W ammunition for training and personal defense when other calibers are sold out. Despite conventional wisdom, gun buyers, new and old should consider the .40 S&W.

Review: Burris RT25 Long Range

Review: Burris RT25 Long Range

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For a beginner that wants to get started in long range shooting or precision rifle competition, the RT25 is a very good option. If anything should go wrong with the scope it’s covered by the Burris “Forever Warranty”.

Night Vision Scope on a Budget? The ATN 4K Pro

Night Vision Scope on a Budget? The ATN 4K Pro

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If you’re Night Vision-curious, the ATN 4K Pro is a legitimate option at a forgiving price point. It’s loaded with features that will certainly give any Night Hunter an edge but it also works to push Digital Night Vision technology forward and continue to innovate.

Clay Reviews Grey Man Tactical Molle Panel, Viridian Laser Handstop, & Ingenious N8 Holster

Clay Reviews Grey Man Tactical Molle Panel, Viridian Laser Handstop, & Ingenious N8 Holster

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As we step into the new year, I wanted to take a minute to review a couple of smaller ticket items that have really grown on me. Often times we get lost in the newest whiz-bang guns and optics here on GunsAmerica Digest and forget about the smaller stuff that really helps us day to day.

A Tale Of Two Data Books

A Tale Of Two Data Books

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As there continues to be a steady progression of technology in long-range shooting, some things never really go out of style, like the rifle data book. I know a lot of people would consider them antiquated and unnecessary in today’s world of accurate ballistic solvers. However, there’s still a very real need to be able to record hard copy data from actually putting rounds down range, which can’t be readily augmented by technology.

Eberlestock Low Vis Packs Get Loaded Out: Tactical-But-Not-Tactical

Eberlestock Low Vis Packs Get Loaded Out: Tactical-But-Not-Tactical

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This week, we are taking a look at a line of packs that is outside the normal for Eberlestock. If 2020 has shown us anything, it is that having a bag for the urban hellscape is a very good idea too. Between riots, supply shortages, and COVID 19, you just never know what could happen.

Review: Galco’s Ankle Glove for the Sig P365XL 9MM

Review: Galco’s Ankle Glove for the Sig P365XL 9MM

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Ankle holsters in movies always look kind of cool but is this a feasible way to practice concealed carry?

Medical Kits: What You Need to Know

Medical Kits: What You Need to Know

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2020 was the year that a great many people in the shooting community discovered the need to have medical gear. It was a bad way to get that lesson, but it could have been worse. Let’s run through some basics about medical kits.

A Marine's Combat Optic: Reviewing Trijicon's VCOG 1-8x28 Scope

A Marine’s Combat Optic: Reviewing Trijicon’s VCOG 1-8×28 Scope

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To test out Trijicon’s VCOG 1-8×28 riflescope and to see how well the controls tracked, I did my version of “shooting the box.” My very short version of the longer story? The Trijicon VCOG 1-8×28 riflescope was and is an amazingly good and functional optic.

Free Medical Training and Ten Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Shooter

Free Medical Training and Ten Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Shooter

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In a year with an election, a global pandemic, rioting, and ammo shortages, training is more important than ever. The ONLY way to be prepared for self-defense is to train on a regular basis. How can we do that with range closures and travel restrictions? 21st-century training gear is the answer.