This project took awhile to put together, but it was worth it. Overall weight is minimal; almost light for a precision rifle. If you are looking for a truly precision rifle, then give the Surgeon Scalpel a solid look. If you want to lighten it up, then a Proof Research barrel should be your first upgrade.
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Custom Ultralight Surgeon Scalpel Rifle—Full Review
Published: October 18, 2016 Updated: March 31, 2024Wilson Combat X-TAC Series 1911s—Full Review & Round Up.
Published: October 18, 2016 Updated: October 18, 2016I have had the opportunity to evaluate over a dozen guns from Wilson, and the quality, fit, and finish never disappoints. For many years, a Wilson Combat CQB was on my list of pistols to add to my daily rotation. I never got around to ordering one and at this time, and I’m glad I put it off. In my mind, there is a new king and that is the X-TAC Elite.
SAVAGE A17 Synthetic.17 HMR! – Review – (&Heads Up Current Rebates)
Published: October 14, 2016 Updated: August 3, 2024Want to get a rebate to save some money on a great rimfire rifle? Then take a look at this full review of the impressive Savage A17 autoloading rifle in .17 HMR, a handy little shooter that packs a lot of performance in at a great (and now even better) price.
Arsenal Halts Production of California Compliant Rifles
Published: October 13, 2016 Updated: October 13, 2016Arsenal, Inc. will no longer manufacture two models of California-compliant rifles due to recent changes to the state’s firearms laws.
A .50-Caliber Glock? Full Review: Conversion Kit & Complete Gun
Published: October 12, 2016 Updated: October 12, 2016“Why do I carry a .45? Because they don’t make a .46!” is one of the popular sayings among large caliber enthusiasts, almost right up there with, “…because shooting twice is just silly.” We’ve all seen and heard them – and some of us will even admit to haven said them. Well, folks they may still not make a .46 – but guess what? You can get a Glock in .50!
Mossberg MMR AR-15 New M-Lok & Sub MOA – Full Review
Published: October 11, 2016 Updated: October 11, 2016When it comes down to it, the AR is a highly established and popular design. But, that does not mean there is no room for improvement. And if you can do that and still make it affordable, then all the better. The new an improved M-Lok MMR might just fit that bill.
Kick-Ass 7.5mm FK BRNO Pistol Green-Lit by ATF
Published: October 8, 2016 Updated: March 31, 2024The FK BRNO Field Pistol is chambered for the 7.5mm FK cartridge that shoots a roughly .30-caliber bullet at .44 Magnum power levels.
The Ruger .380 LCP Reborn: The New LCP II—Full Review.
Published: October 6, 2016 Updated: October 6, 2016For more information, visit . To purchase a Ruger LCP II on GunsAmerica.com, click this link: . Making improvements to an iconic firearm is always a tough decision. And yes, the is iconic; it was one of the significant catalysts for the now prolific variety of .380 ACP pocket pistols on the market, and the [...]
Deal of the Week: Geissele G2S AR-15 Two-Stage Trigger
Published: October 6, 2016 Updated: October 6, 2016One of the most popular replacement AR triggers on the market comes from the good folks at Geissele. They have been building some of the best triggers available since 2004 and show no signs of letting up, and one of their more popular (and affordable, priced at $165) triggers is the G2S.
Cowboy Time Machine: Uberti 1873 Carbine—Better Than The Original? Full Review.
Published: October 4, 2016 Updated: October 4, 2016Called “The gun that won the West”, the Model 1873 remains an iconic rifle of the American West some 143 years after its debut. And today you can have your own recreation of this classic rifle that you can shoot without the fear of damaging a valuable collectible.
A 6-pound, sub-MOA, $999 5.56mm AR?—Full Review.
Published: October 3, 2016 Updated: October 3, 2016Based on sales figures and some good, old-fashioned SWAG math, there are somewhere in the neighborhood of 10 million AR-15 rifles floating around the country, give or take a couple of million. And guess where all that AR popularity started? Armalite.
Sig’s New P320RX Competition & Defense Pistol—Full Review
Published: September 30, 2016 Updated: September 30, 2016Some gun makers are partnering with optics makers to provide an out-of-the-box-ready solution. SIG takes that up one notch by doing the partnering in-house. And at an MSRP of $869, this writer thinks it is a great value. You could say that the RX is just what the doctor ordered!
Ruger’s Kicking off the New Mark IV Series of Rimfire Pistols
Published: September 28, 2016 Updated: September 28, 2016Ruger’s newest version of their Standard .22 pistol, the Mark IV, can be broken down for field-stripping with the push of a button.
Gear Review: Handy AR-15, 1911 and Shotgun Micro MultiTools for under $20
Published: September 28, 2016 Updated: September 28, 2016We take a look at three Real Avid keychain multitools for ARs, 1911s and shotguns. These lightweight tools are easy on the wallet and make great gifts.
Jeff Cooper’s Greatest Legacy? The Ultimate Scout Rifle—Full Review
Published: September 26, 2016 Updated: September 26, 2016Jeff Cooper began experimenting with carbines as early as the mid-1960s. His work with these reduced rifles led to his conceptualized solution to the one rifle question—Steyr’s Scout Rifle. What is very often overlooked is the practical application and friendliness of the rifle Cooper was trying to create.
A 16-Round, Revolving Shotgun? The SRM Arms Model 1216—Full Review.
Published: September 24, 2016 Updated: September 24, 2016Shotguns have always suffered one common weakness: Capacity. Although substantial when measured by either weight or diameter, the amount of ammunition that can be loaded into the gun is limited. Right? Wrong. SRM Arms has stepped up to the plate to take a swing at solving the capacity and reloading problems inherent in a 12-gauge shotgun with its 16-shot, semi-automatic Model 1216.
Heckler & Koch “Longslide” P30L 9mm—Full Review
Published: September 22, 2016 Updated: September 22, 2016There will always be some companies producing sub-$250 handguns. However, for those who want something a bit higher end, there will always be a handgun waiting out there marketed for the discriminating shooter. The HKP30L is one of those types of guns.
SquareDrop by AAC: KeyMod Compatible Honey Badger Handguards
Published: September 21, 2016 Updated: September 21, 2016The Advanced Armament Corp. is launching a new standard for their in-house handguards called SquareDrop, based on the open-source KeyMod standard.
SMG Company Makes a Precision Rifle? MPA BA Lite PCR—Full Review
Published: September 20, 2016 Updated: March 31, 2024This MasterPiece Arms (MPA) rifle is impressive. When I opened the box of this puppy at my FFL, I floated into a state of rifle euphoria. And, the fact that it is from a company that made its name producing semi-automatic versions of stamped sheet steel SMGs makes it all the more impressive.
Dead Ringer’s Snake Eyes Pistol Sights — Installation and Review
Published: September 20, 2016 Updated: September 20, 2016With the right instruction and practice, these bad boys could be a great addition to any concealed carry or home defense handgun.
Gear Review: Streamlight ProTac Dual Fuel Multi-Battery Lights
Published: September 18, 2016 Updated: September 18, 2016Streamlight’s got a handy lineup of small, versatile and light flashlights and weaponlights that run off multiple power sources called the ProTac series.
The Giant .458 Socom
Published: September 15, 2016 Updated: September 15, 2016An AR chambered in .458 Socom!
A Sub-$700 Colt M4? The 5.56mm Colt Expanse. Full Review.
Published: September 14, 2016 Updated: September 14, 2016While it seems like just about everybody is making the AR, the name Colt still carries a lot of weight when it comes to this design. They were the “first” in the minds of many civilian shooters, and the company has a long history of producing the design’s martial sibling for the U.S. military. And now, with the M4 Expanse, Colt is offering a great gun at a great price.
To NFA or not NFA? Nighthawk Custom 870 SBS 12 Ga.—Full Review
Published: September 13, 2016 Updated: September 13, 2016So which is right for you? An NFA short-barreled shotgun (SBS), or a traditional 18-inch or longer-barreled tactical shotgun? Well, thanks to Nighthawk Custom, you have some great options on both sides of the debate.
Grizzly-Busting Snubbie? Ruger Super Blackhawk Bisley .44 Mag.—Full Review
Published: September 12, 2016 Updated: September 12, 2016Whether you’re talking grizzlies, gators or gangs, there’s a good chance you’ve got predators in your neck of the woods. When I’m in the field, I feel uneasy unless I have at least a .44 Magnum close at hand.
Cheap Guns: Taurus’ Budget Friendly PT 111 Millennium G2 9mm—Full Review.
Published: September 8, 2016 Updated: September 8, 2016In the crowded market of sub-compact 9mm pistols, the Taurus PT 111 Millennium G2 stands apart with an impressive list of features and very attractive retail price.
Suppressor Company Offers An AR?—The AAC MPW in 300 BLK—Full Review
Published: September 5, 2016 Updated: September 5, 2016Today, everyone in the industry is aware of the 300 BLACKOUT cartridge. Indeed, firearms and ammunition in 300 BLK are readily available from most major manufacturers. However, many readers may have forgotten, or never heard, the origins of the cartridge. And the company that developed has its own AR designed to fire it.
Best Light Chassis Bolt/AR Hybrid is Made by ???? – Full Review.
Published: September 2, 2016 Updated: March 31, 2024The Mossberg MVP-LC Light Chassis series includes 5.56mm and 7.62mm variants that feed from AR-pattern, detachable magazines and can accept AR-pattern accessories.
DoubleStar STAR10-B: Custom-Grade .308 AR—Full Review
Published: September 1, 2016 Updated: September 1, 2016DoubleStar Corporation is offering a .308 AR with custom grade features, but at a production rifle price point. From its Wilson air gauged barrel to its ACE Hammer stock, this one is ready to perform.
The Return of the Auto Mag on the Horizon
Published: August 31, 2016 Updated: August 31, 2016The Auto Mag is a cult classic in the world of handguns. Conceived by and designed by Harry Sanford, it saw on-and-off production throughout the ’70s and ’80s and fewer than 10,000 pistols were ever made.