I took the full size Taurus TX9 and ran it dry for just over 1,000 rounds to see if this optics ready duty 9mm is hype or actually built to work. It did the job, and then some.
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Taurus TX9 Full Size Review: The Duty Pistol Nobody Saw Coming
BY True Pearce Published: January 11, 2026 { 9 comments }M1 Garand Bucket List: Shoot The Legend
BY Robert Sadowski Published: January 11, 2026 { 8 comments }We walk the M1 Garand from history to the firing line, breaking down features, ammo picks, accuracy, and the unmistakable ping that made this WWII icon a must shoot.
Safariland IncogX IWB Holster Carries Like It’s Not There
BY Jim Maybrick Published: January 11, 2026 { 0 comments }Safariland’s IncogX brings Cordura comfort, Boltaron stiffness, and a positive dual lockup that makes daily carry feel easy while keeping draws clean and fast.
Used Gun Gold: What To Check Before You Pay
BY Kat Ainsworth Published: January 11, 2026 { 0 comments }Want the deal without the dud? Use this simple checklist to inspect used guns, keep it legal, and skip the lemons while you save real money.
SAR9 SOCOM Review: A Suppressor-Ready Workhorse With Smart Factory Upgrades
BY True Pearce Published: January 4, 2026 { 0 comments }Threaded, tritium, optic-ready, and built to work. We shot the SAR9 SOCOM suppressed and unsuppressed to find out if this duty-sized 9mm really punches above its price.
This AR22 Rimfire Upper Shoots Like a Laser: BoreBuddy Apogee Review
BY Mitchell Graf Published: January 4, 2026 { 12 comments }The BoreBuddy Apogee Match Gen 2 AR22 is a dedicated .22LR AR upper built from the ground up for accuracy and reliability
Guns 101: A Gun Guide for Beginners
BY Kat Ainsworth Published: January 4, 2026 { 1 comment }Brand new to firearms? This quick-start guide cuts through the noise and provides you with the must-know terms, smart store strategies, safety rules, and a lifesaving medical tip.
Weapon Lights That Win: Handgun, Shotgun, Rifle
BY Travis Pike Published: January 4, 2026 { 0 comments }Pick the right weapon-mounted light for the gun in your hand. We break down platform-specific mounting, power, and beam so your light actually helps you win in the dark.
Free SBRs Are Coming! A Horrible Idea
BY Aaron Goodfellow Published: December 14, 2025 { 37 comments }Zero-dollar NFA transfers sound amazing until you hit the real costs. Before you turn that brace AR into an SBR, read the travel rules, trust traps, penalties, and long-term risks that most shooters ignore.
The Ultimate Lightweight Backcountry Spotting and Shooting Setup
BY True Pearce Published: December 8, 2025 { 0 comments }This 1.5 lb mountain-ready kit pairs the Wiser Precision Ridge Warden head, Aziak Backcountry Lite Tripod, and Kowa TSN 550 to slash pack weight while staying rock solid for glassing and real shooting.









