Brian McCombie

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Remington’s 1911 R1 Hunter: 10MM Auto Hunting Power and…A Collector’s Gun?

Remington’s 1911 R1 Hunter: 10MM Auto Hunting Power and…A Collector’s Gun?

After putting over 300 rounds through the Remington 1911 R1 Hunter FDE 10MM pistol, I recommend this semi-automatic as a top firearms investment for at least two reasons.

For the Old West Lover in Us: Davidson’s Exclusive 1873 Revolver

For the Old West Lover in Us: Davidson’s Exclusive 1873 Revolver

To me, there’s something special about using a Colt 1873-style revolver. Part of it, of course, is the connection to our Old West history, cowboys and gunfighters, and all those John Wayne movies I watched as a kid. But there’s also a simplicity and a functionality to the 1873 and its single-action operation I find very attractive, as well as how good the revolver feels in hand, the weight, and the fine balance.

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

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

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

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

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.

The Desert Eagle 429 Mark XIX:  A Fine Idea In Need of Work

The Desert Eagle 429 Mark XIX: A Fine Idea In Need of Work

I got fairly excited when I discovered Magnum Research had developed a new version of the Desert Eagle, the Desert Eagle 429 Mark XIX, chambered in Magnum Research’s new .429 DE cartridge.

Compact, Rugged and Very Accurate: Springfield Armory’s SAINT AR-15 Pistol

Compact, Rugged and Very Accurate: Springfield Armory’s SAINT AR-15 Pistol

The SAINT AR-15 Pistol is handy, and is a fine choice for home defense, personal protection, as a truck gun, has some hunting applications, and is a hell of a lot of fun to just shoot.

Traditions GII Outfitter in 45-70 Gov’t

Traditions GII Outfitter in 45-70 Gov’t

The Outfitter GII is also available in .35 Whelen, 35 Rem, .357 Mag, .44 MAG, and 450 Bushmaster. This is a handy little rifle, easy to carry and pack, and will fit nicely in a hunting blind or tree stand.

Tested: The Multi-Purpose Howdah Alaskan from Pedersoli and the Italian Firearms Group

Tested: The Multi-Purpose Howdah Alaskan from Pedersoli and the Italian Firearms Group

Snake gun, truck gun, survival gun, anti-bear gun, and zombie killer. That’s a lot of gun in a small package.

My .410 Experience: Going Small Bore for Big Toms

My .410 Experience: Going Small Bore for Big Toms

I ordered a new .410 shotgun and a selection of shells, did some testing and patterning, and then headed afield to see if I could bring down a tom or jake with the little-bitty scattergun.

Field Tested: Rocky Waterproof Snakeproof Boots

Field Tested: Rocky Waterproof Snakeproof Boots

If you hunt snake areas, do yourself a favor and consider these classic snake boots. Your life could depend upon it—literally.