From micro-PDWs to thermal-fusion dots and fast-access safes, these are the 2025 picks we’d unwrap first, shoot hard, and brag about later.
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Benelli M4 EXT Review: Capacity Unleashed
BY True Pearce Published: November 17, 2025 { 3 comments }Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Benelli M4 EXT in H2O. 18.5 inch barrel, interchangeable chokes, factory 7+1 tube. Same proven M4 heart with more of what matters: a factory 7+1 tube, a 5-position collapsible stock, and a bigger bolt release. We ran it hard, ghost loaded it to nine, and logged what broke in, what [...]
Mossberg 990 Aftershock: Tiny, Savage, Semi Auto
BY Robert Sadowski Published: November 2, 2025 { 7 comments }Mossberg finally drops a semi auto Shockwave style thumper, and the 990 Aftershock brings real gas gun control to a compact 12 gauge that hits hard up close.
Ruger Blackhawk Taffin Tribute: Packin’ Perfection
BY Rob Garrett Published: October 26, 2025 { 2 comments }Lipsey’s honors John Taffin with a Ruger Blackhawk Flattop Bisley in .45 Colt with a .45 ACP cylinder. We shot real .45 Colt and .45 ACP loads, checked chrono and groups, ran leather, and asked if this tribute truly earns the title Perfect Packin’ Pistol.
Revolver EDC: 7 Advantages Autos Can’t Match
BY Travis Pike Published: October 19, 2025 { 3 comments }The concealed carry revolver might seem outdated, but we can see it still has potency and a place in the concealed carry conversation.
Archon Type B Gen 2 Review: A Flat Shooting 9mm That Runs Fast [VIDEO]
BY True Pearce Published: October 5, 2025 { 4 comments }If you want a compact 9mm that shoots flatter than most pistols out of the box, try the Archon Type B Gen 2.
Maztech X4-LRF Review
BY Mitchell Graf Published: September 28, 2025 { 1 comment }The Maztech X4-LRF is the newest entry in the weapon-mounted laser rangefinder (WMLRF) space, and it does a lot more than just ranging targets.
Springfield Armory Model 2020 Heatseeker Review
BY Mitchell Graf Published: September 21, 2025 { 1 comment }The Springfield Armory Model 2020 Heatseeker blends precision bolt-action performance with the modular adaptability of AR-style components.
The Ultimate .22LR Competition Build: Zermatt RimX Review
BY Mitchell Graf Published: September 13, 2025 { 3 comments }The ultimate .22LR bolt-action competition rifle started with a lot of research, and ended up with a no-budget build. After target shooting and competing with this rifle at a PRS22-style match, I can confidently say this build performs as good as it looks.
Springfield Revamps SAINT Victor Lineup: 14” Victor Review
BY Mitchell Graf Published: September 2, 2025 { 0 comments }Springfield Armory has given the SAINT Victor lineup a major refresh, expanding the line to cover everything from AR-15 pistols to full-length AR-10 rifles.









