Brian McCombie

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Star Wars Flash and Amazing Function: The New Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision UFX

Star Wars Flash and Amazing Function: The New Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision UFX

The first time I viewed a photo of the new Buck Mark Plus Vision UFX .22 caliber rimfire, from Browning North America, saw the red and black color pattern, the side cuts on the barrel sleeve and the long muzzle break, all I could think of was Star Wars–and I immediately loved the pistol! Then I received a Plus Vision UFX to review and loved it all over again. It was extremely accurate, comfortable in hand, and just so damned much fun to shoot, and all of this wrapped up in the coolest looking pistol I’ve seen in forever. 

The CA5five6 AR-15 from Christensen Arms: Workhorse Reliable but Should It Shoot Better?

The CA5five6 AR-15 from Christensen Arms: Workhorse Reliable but Should It Shoot Better?

The CA5five6 is a lightweight and nimble rifle that feels great on the shoulder, too. I wish I could have scored better groups with it, true, but the rifle will certainly do the job for most shooting, from plinking and home defense needs, as well as for hunting medium-sized and smaller game.

400 Yard Muzzleloader! Taking Long Shots With Bergara and CVA: New Rifles!

400 Yard Muzzleloader! Taking Long Shots With Bergara and CVA: New Rifles!

On April 29, 2021, Bergara and CVA sponsored The Long Shot Tour, held at the Fossil Pointe Shooting Grounds, outside Decatur, Texas. These two gun makers had some new and newer firearms to show off and invited a dozen writers and editors to try out several Bergara bolt action rifles and a pair of CVA muzzleloaders, plus a CVA bolt action. I was one of those writers.

Light and Handy 1911:  Springfield Armory’s New Ronin Operator 4.25”

Light and Handy 1911: Springfield Armory’s New Ronin Operator 4.25”

I find the standard Government 1911 too heavy for concealed carry; I prefer to carry a 1911 that is lighter, while just as accurate and reliable as it’s bigger cousins. I found one in the Springfield Armory’s new Ronin Operator 4.25”.

Taurus USA Goes Micro Small with the New GX4 9MM Pistol

Taurus USA Goes Micro Small with the New GX4 9MM Pistol

Looking for a small, ultra-concealable pistol for self and home defense? Taurus USA may have just what you need with the newly introduced GX4 micro-compact.

A Hybrid 1911 For Home Defense and Concealed Carry: The FXH-45M Moxie from American Tactical, Inc.

A Hybrid 1911 For Home Defense and Concealed Carry: The FXH-45M Moxie from American Tactical, Inc.

Anytime I notice a new 1911 on the market, I am interested. But when the new pistol is billed as a “full-size hybrid 1911?” I’m doubly interested!

Right Back at Ya! Savage’s Impulse Hog Hunter Featuring a Straight-Pull Bolt

Right Back at Ya! Savage’s Impulse Hog Hunter Featuring a Straight-Pull Bolt

The Impulse Hog Hunter is a very accurate rifle, capable of taking game out to 400 yards without a problem. The straight-pull bolt operated effectively and actually got me on target faster for that follow-up shot.

Tested and Tricked Out:  The SAR 109T 9MM Subgun

Tested and Tricked Out: The SAR 109T 9MM Subgun

Home defense, recreational shooting and just looking cool: the SAR 109T Subgun checks all three boxes.

Field Tests: Sitka’s Stratus Jackets

Field Tests: Sitka’s Stratus Jackets

Last fall, Sitka Gear released a new hunting jacket, the Stratus, in two versions: one in Blaze Orange, the other in Sitka’s Optifade Elevated II camouflage pattern. I have been on some chilly hunts with first-rate results!

A Turkish Gem: The SAR9 9MM Pistol

A Turkish Gem: The SAR9 9MM Pistol

For home defense, concealed carry, and recreational shooting, the SAR9 will do the job and then some. It is a fine pistol, very accurate, rugged, and reliable.