Gear

Jacob Epstein, our Tactical Editor, volunteered for a classic pocket dump. He didn’t have much choice–concealed carry is in his job description. So what’s in his pockets? More than guns. Check out what he’s carrying.

Nikon has taken a different approach to solving the challenge of quickly finding the right scope adjustments for a given cartridge and rifle combination. Rather than forcing the shooter to use an “average” ammo load and hoping performance from their specific rifle matches the ballistic drop reticle, they’ll customize a scope for you, your rifle, and the exact type of ammunition you like to shoot. Read our review.

G-Code and Travis Haley have partnered to design a new holster that adds a slight twist to the typical in-waist-band Kydex rig. This Kydex/suede combo can be worn in multiple positions, and has the option of a modular mag carrier that adds very little to the overall bulk.

Some established holster makers have long wait times. Others seem to bend plastic and act like that’s all it takes. But gambling on an unknown maker with an innovative design is risky when you’re talking about guns. That’s why we’re here. We put them through their paces. And today we’re looking at Black Rhino Concealment.

Why do we obsess over the minutia of the guns we carry everyday, then carry them in half-assed holster slung on flimsy belts? Shouldn’t we devote our attention to an optimal system that makes concealed carry as effective as possible? Mean Gene Leather has a nice option for those looking for leather.

Looking for an easier way to rack that slide? Check out the TacRack. This simple add-on will ad a lot of leverage to a GLOCK or M&P.

Your fun-gun just got serious. And how. We’re at the NRA show in Nashville, and Magpul has brought along a couple of new additions to their line-up. And these aren’t your typical AR add-ons.

Finding the right gun is complex. Finding the right holster should be an afterthought. But it isn’t the wrong holster can color how you feel about the gun, and about carrying. If you’re in the market for a truly rugged Kydex rig, I’d suggest RLSmith. These things are robust.

Body armor has been evolving quickly lately. Material science keeps pushing the bounds of what is possible. AR500 is taking the actual design to the next level, too. Their Micro Plate Carrier is exactly what it sounds like. But don’t let its small size fool you–this is a small rig with big potential.