The word “papoose” comes from the Algonquian word “papoos” and means “child.” Marlin’s diminutive semi-auto rifle has undergone a variety of iterations over the last thirty-odd years, but the original concept behind the famous nickname has remained the same. Today’s Model 70PSS is designed to fit anywhere, be shot by anyone, and tag along on whatever adventure comes next.
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Marlin Model 70PSS “Papoose”: Small Package, Big Fun, Survival Ready
BY Jordan Michaels Published: September 8, 2018 { 14 comments }The Smith and Wesson M1917 .45ACP: A Big-Bore World War Wheelgun (#3 – Allied Small Arms WWII)
BY Will Dabbs Published: September 8, 2018 { 20 comments }The M1911 was the finest combat handgun at the time of the World Wars. For close range firepower and reliability, nothing beat the M1917 revolver.
Savage 10 GRS 6.5 Creedmoor – Push Button Easy
BY Clay Martin Published: September 1, 2018 { 4 comments }This week, we got a chance to look at a Savage 10 GRS, which boasts a Berserk stock, suppressor-ready barrel and runs off Magpul AICS style magazines.
Investment Piece? Sig Sauer Releases Limited-Edition Commemorative M17
BY Jordan Michaels Published: August 30, 2018 { 15 comments }Sig Sauer announced this week the release of the M17-Commemorative Edition, a near-exact replica of the P320 variant that won the U.S. Army contract for the modular handgun system last year. Sig has only produced 5,000 of these handguns, and they’re selling for $1,220 a pop.
Ruger Precision Rimfire .22 LR: Review
BY True Pearce Published: August 26, 2018 { 32 comments }The Ruger Precision Rimfire (RPR) Model 8400 is a bolt action .22 LR made to mimic a full-size precision chassis long range centerfire rifle. It has the ability to be a super short rimfire action or mimic a centerfire short action rifle. It’s a tac driving machine that has phenomenal ergonomics and an easily adjustable stock…
Gunstock Building For the Average Joe – Part 2
BY Riley Baxter Published: August 25, 2018 { 5 comments }I always feel the urge to then explain that building a gun stock is not hard; it only takes time and some basic woodworking skills. Whether it be for your granddad’s worn down hunting rifle or for your custom precision rifle, this article is going to be a walkthrough of how you, the “average joe”, can build your own rifle stock like you have always wanted to.
S&W Shield EZ: EZ-iest Shooting Centerfire Pistol on the Planet
BY True Pearce Published: August 18, 2018 { 52 comments }Smith & Wesson saw the exact problem I’ve described and have literally engineered the S&W M&P Shield EZ to be easier to shoot and manipulate. I believe it to be the easiest centerfire pistol in the concealed carry market to shoot and it might be the ultimate kids gun.
Gunstock Building For the Average Joe – Part 1
BY Riley Baxter Published: August 18, 2018 { 10 comments }I always feel the urge to then explain that building a gun stock is not hard; it only takes time and some basic woodworking skills. Whether it be for your granddad’s worn down hunting rifle or for your custom precision rifle, this article is going to be a walkthrough of how you, the “average joe”, can build your own rifle stock like you have always wanted to.
Beretta 1301 Tactical – Shotgun Review
BY Clay Martin Published: August 17, 2018 { 19 comments }Law Enforcement was one of the obvious target audiences for this gun, and it shows. The 1301 Tactical features a slightly shorter receiver than the 1301 Competition, part of an overall size reduction. The stock is also slightly shorter, offering a 37.8 inch length of pull out of the box.
Gewehr 98 Mauser – The Cutting Edge Bolt Action
BY Christopher Mace Published: August 17, 2018 { 8 comments }The Gewehr 98 Mauser rifle is one of the most historically significant and technically influential firearms in history. In one variant or another, it armed men on both sides of two world wars and continues to be seen in conflicts around the world to this day. Rifle actions are still being based on it or using its features.







