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Ruger’s American II

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The new rifle features an improved synthetic stock with a radiused rubber recoil pad and spacers that adjust the length of pull from 13.75” to 12”. The Splatter finish provides a texture that allows for a positive purchase in all conditions, without being overly aggressive.

Viper HD 5-25

Vortex Viper HD 5-25×50 SFP Review: Tracking and Specs

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The Vortex Viper HD 5-25×50 SFP tracked true in our test: dialing 8.5 mils up and 5 mils right landed exactly on the reticle marks and returned to center. With the VMR-3 reticle held at the 20x detent, we hit steel to 1,045 yards without touching the turret. The illumination is not daylight bright, and [...]

Best AR-15 Magazines: Aluminum, Steel, Polymer, Hybrid

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The best AR-15 magazine is the one that runs every time in your rifle. After that, here is how our writer Robert Sadowski picks them: Brownells 30-round for aluminum, Duramag SS for steel, the Magpul PMAG Gen M3 for polymer and the Lancer L5AWM for a hybrid. He has run all of them in his [...]

Armin Faber’s Infamous Focke-Wulf

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In 1942, a Luftwaffe pilot named Armin Faber inadvertently and singlehandedly changed the calculus of the air war over Europe.

Concealed Carrier Shoots Neighbors After Argument At Party

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The attack started as an argument, and then the three neighbors set on the homeowner. He pulled a gun and began to shoot.

Small Caliber, Big Upsides: Force 22 TB Rimfire Pistol  

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I made my ten-shot groups from a rest at 12 yards at my outdoor range. Perfect day, sunny and 63 degrees. The Force 22’s iron sights popped nicely.

Chrono Shootout!  Which One Is The Best and Why You Need One

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Most manufacturers will print that velocity on the box with rifle ammo or have it available on their website.  Most pistol ammo manufacturers also post the velocity of a given round.

Last Minute Christmas Gift Guide

Father’s Day Gift Guide

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As a dad, I can appreciate a great Father’s Day gift, and this guide is intended to give your loved ones an easy list to consider.

Vito Bertoldo: The Lunatic Cook Who Stopped an Army 

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What is the secret sauce that makes a great soldier? Movies have spoiled us. We think it is Steve Rogers from Captain America. Our imaginary ideal has a chiseled physique, a square jaw, and a way with the ladies.

Urban Violence Spikes, U.S. Murder Rates Back to 1990s Levels

CCL-Holding Homeowner Shoots Midnight Intruder 

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A homeowner in Chatham, Illinois shot a midnight intruder earlier this month when he caught him trying to break in.