Getting a new reloading press is a pretty exciting thing! And there is so much to do – from finding the right work area and getting the machine assembled, to deciding what caliber(s) you want to start making. If you are new to handloading then there is also the overwhelming nature of the complexity of the task and the volumes of information to sift through. We’ve all been there!
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Factory to Table: Part – 5 ESD Sling
Published: June 15, 2019 { 8 comments }It is time for another installment of the Factory to Table Series. In Part 5 we will be making a trip to another corner of New Hampshire to visit Edgar, of Edgar Sherman Design. He will walk me through making one of his ESD Slings.
Leupold Creates Another Amazing Optic: Meet the VX-5HD 4-20X52 CDS ZL2 – Review
Published: June 12, 2019 { 2 comments }Recently, Leupold has been dropping a bunch of new products that are a direct effect of listening to what the their consumers want. This new VX-5HD 4-20×52 CDS-ZL2 is yet another great scope that many of you have been asking for.
Sig Sauer’s Compact Red Dot Sight: The ROMEO5 1x20mm
Published: June 6, 2019 { 8 comments }The Sig Sauer ROMEO5 compact red dot is the perfect balance between lightweight and small while maintaining a large field of view and strength due to its sealed design. This optic is perfect for self-defense situations and range visits alike.
Factory to Table: Part – 4 Cole-Tac Suppressor Cover
Published: June 6, 2019 { 1 comment }A custom suppressor cover from Cole-Tac, hand made… Welcome to the 4th part in the Factory to Table Series. In this I will pay a visit to Dustin with Cole-Tac. If you are unfamiliar with Cole-Tac, they have been involved in the gun industry for a number of years. They create all kinds of nylon [...]
Factory to Table: Part – 3 Discreet Ballistics 188gr Selous Rounds
Published: June 1, 2019 { 3 comments }When it comes to ammunition, there are a huge number of companies in the mix. With that, the quality varies a lot from manufacturer to manufacturer. I decided to head up to Northern New Hampshire and visit David Stark, the owner of Discreet Ballistics.
Safariland Comp II Speedloader and Bianchi Speed Strip Review
Published: June 1, 2019 { 4 comments }When you’re under attack, the speed it takes to reload can determine whether you live or die. Thankfully, this speedloader is proven to work.
ODIN Works’ New Suppressor Line: Tested
Published: June 1, 2019 { 3 comments }As suppressors are gaining popularity despite the time disparity between buying one and actually owning one, more and more companies are popping up producing these valuable shooting accessories. ODIN Works is making their way into this market with the launch of 4 different suppressors in what I would describe as consisting of two different styles.
Simple AR Caliber Change: EndoMag Insert Converts Your Lower to 9mm
Published: May 26, 2019 { 4 comments }Pistol Caliber Carbines have earned a place in your gun safe. Fun, inexpensive and easy to shoot, they even have their own competitions. The Mean Arms EndoMag magazine insert converts your Gen 2 or Gen 3 5.56/.223 PMAG® housing into a 9mm magazine and conversion block mating a standard AR lower to your 9mm upper. This idea is simple, effective and brilliant.
Factory to Table Part – 2: The Trash Panda Silencer by Q
Published: May 23, 2019 { 2 comments }Wanting to take advantage of the 300 Blackout cartridge, in Part 2 I wind up back at Q in Portsmouth, New Hampshire to build a silencer, this time helped by Mitch Lessard…