David Higginbotham

Redline Pro Gear has built a holster for the AR-15. About time, right? If you are looking for a secure way to carry your AR rifle, or pistol, check this thing out.

Accuracy X is hardly a household name. Tucked in the foothills of the Appalachians in western Virginia, the company is known more for its competition guns than it tactical 1911s. But they’re branching out. They’ve sent us three models from their new Pro Series–guns optimized for daily carry that still carry the Accuracy X Accuracy Gurantee–1.5″ groups from 25 yards. Can they live up to the challenge?

After 30 years of dedicated service, I would expect there to be more ardent defenders of the Beretta M9. Yet the pernicious rumors refuse to die. So what’s the truth? Well, as Mark Twain once said, “A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes.”

Crimson Trace is having a contest they’re calling “Condition Crimson.” Snap a photo of you with you laser, submit it. You may win a H&K VP9 and a Railmaster. The contest is open now and will run through March 6th.

Bravo Concealment has a two clip holster design that makes in waistband concealed carry effortless. The Drop Out of Sight. The use of two clips keeps the girth under control, and spreads out the weight. Is this the answer for IWB carry of heavy pistols?

The Kimber Solo is a gun that stirs up some debate. When the pistol debuted, Kimber took some flak because the Solo wouldn’t work reliably with all types of 9mm ammunition. Those of us who demand reliabilty from our carry guns approached the Solo skeptically. And that’s how I began this. So how do the new Solos stand up? Read our review.

Tac-Con is having a sale that ends imminently. The 3MR is now $75 off. Many of the critics of the 3MR are critical of the price. I’ve got one in my AR. My honest opinion of the 3MR is still very high. If you’ve wanted one, but have held off because of price, this may be as good as it gets.

Looking for a new scope? Meopta makes some of the best. These are the clearest, most feature packed scopes out there. This Czechoslovakian glass maker sets the bar for quality, and they offer numerous configurations. Meopta is the company the other scope makers come to see at SHOT Show. Check out what’s new for 2015.

The Troy PAR, or Sporting Rifle, is an odd gun. The pump action, AR inspired rifle has some exquisite engineering, and lives up to Troy’s reputation for quality and accuracy. And now they’re releasing the gun in other calibers. And if that isn’t up your alley, the little PDW just might be.