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A 16-Round, Revolving Shotgun? The SRM Arms Model 1216—Full Review.

A 16-Round, Revolving Shotgun? The SRM Arms Model 1216—Full Review.

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Shotguns 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

Heckler & Koch “Longslide” P30L 9mm—Full Review

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There 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.

RCBS Pro-Chucker 7: Part 1 – Setup and First Operation

RCBS Pro-Chucker 7: Part 1 – Setup and First Operation

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Whether you are new to reloading, even just considering it for the first time, or an old pro with several wildcat loads named after him – you’ve heard of RCBS.

The Masterpiece Arms BA Lite PCR certainly lives up to its name. Shown here with a Burris Veracity 4-20x scope.

SMG Company Makes a Precision Rifle? MPA BA Lite PCR—Full Review

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This 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

Dead Ringer’s Snake Eyes Pistol Sights — Installation and Review

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With the right instruction and practice, these bad boys could be a great addition to any concealed carry or home defense handgun.

There are at least three main categories of AR optics, red dot, fixed power scopes, and high-magnification scopes. Which do you choose?

Optics Buying Guide: AR-15 Optics and Scopes

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Matching the seemingly infinite number of AR rifles on the market is a multitude of suitable optics. Red dots, holographic sights, fixed-power scopes and variable-power scopes fill the shelves, so how do you choose? Let’s take a look at some factors to consider, then we’ll discuss some pros and cons of some of the common categories of AR-15 optics.

Prepping 101: 4 Dollar Fire Starting Disk From China - Rocks!

Prepping 101: $4 Firestarter Disk From China – Field Test

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This week I’m just sharing a pretty cool find with you guys that I scored on a website called Banggood. It’s about the dumbest name for a retail website ever, but they do a good deal of advertising on Facebook and I’ve ordered from them before. A couple weeks ago this nifty little fire starting disk came up on my ads, and I just assumed I’d order it and it wouldn’t work.

#MilSurp - Yugoslavian Post War Mausers $249 - Range Report

#MilSurp – Yugoslavian Post War Mausers $249 – Range Report

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Southern Ohio Gun M48 Yugo Mausers – No Markings $249 (matching numbers now $25 extra – plus hand pick $10 extra) Full Zastava Crest $279 ($10 hand pick) The pickings have gotten a lot thinner in the military surplus world over the last decade. That is why, when I find something, I try to share [...]

A Sub-$700 Colt M4? The 5.56mm Colt Expanse. Full Review.

A Sub-$700 Colt M4? The 5.56mm Colt Expanse. Full Review.

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While 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

To NFA or not NFA? Nighthawk Custom 870 SBS 12 Ga.—Full Review

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So 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.