SHOT Show 2023: Best Gear
January 27, 2023
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SHOT Show 2023: Best New Guns
January 23, 2023
Our Top 10 Favorites From SHOT Show 2023
January 28, 2023
We spent a week lurking around the corners of SHOT Show in Las Vegas and have compiled a list of the coolest, most niche, and interesting things we saw.
SHOT Show News: S&W Debuts a 5.7mm Pistol (M&P 5.7 Anyone?)
January 16, 2023
Beretta announces 80X Cheetah, A300 Patrol Shotgun
January 16, 2023
The Best 22 LR Rifles
January 16, 2023
The Walther P99AS Final Edition
January 16, 2023
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In-Hand, Expert Product Reviews
Our hands-on reviews ensure the products we recommend in our Best Of lists are indeed the best of the best.
CZ Scorpion Reviewed
January 12, 2023
Uncover the CZ Scorpion with our in-depth review of CZ's submachine gun. We run the Czech subgun through its paces to see if its still got the sting.
FN 5.7 Review: The Future Is Now
January 6, 2023
The FN Five-seveN pistol helped usher in the 5.7x28mm round, but how has it held up? I look at this icon from the last days of the Cold War and weigh the new MK3 MRD variant against today's market.
Walther PDP Review
January 3, 2023
The Walther PDP is among my favorite polymer pistols. Learn why I always recommend it as an option when someone is looking for a carry or competition gun.
Tyrant Designs Reviewed
December 14, 2022
Tyrant Designs has made a splash with a variety of firearm components over the years, but is their gear up to snuff? We took a collection of their Glock accessories out to the range for a thorough once-over.
Glock 19X Review
December 9, 2022
Glock’s first “crossover” design that borrowed from the lineage of two proven 9mm Glock pistols, the G19X has been around for just over a half-decade and is something of an overlooked gem.
KelTec SUB2000 Review
November 10, 2022
Is the KelTec SUB2000 still the best 9mm PCC on the market today? We put this 4-pound folder through its paces and help you determine if it's right for you.
HK VP9 Review
November 7, 2022
HK’s VP9 pistol is one of the most popular full-sized firearms on the market today, but is everything peachy keen after 6,000 rounds? We break down our long-term VP9 experience.
Sig Sauer XMacro Review
November 2, 2022
With a magazine capacity that dwarfs everything in its class, a flat-faced trigger, an integrated compensator, and unmatched modularity, Sig's P365 XMacro may not be a total "game changer" but is sure to reset how the game is played.
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Firearm News
We take a break from reviewing firearms to highlight important developments in the world of firearms with our News Briefs.
Taurus (and Rossi) unleash a ton of New Revolvers
January 16, 2023
Brazilian firearms maker Rossi is back with a series of stainless steel .357 magnums, including a 3-inch model (the RP63) and a 6-inch model (the RM66) in the $400 range.
The Limited Edition, and Very Interesting, RIA 5.0
January 9, 2023
Rock Island Armory's RIA 5.0 uses CZ75 rails for a low bore axis — but in a step away from the Archon Type Bs or Dan Wesson DWXs, it has a squared barrel and an innovative new Ram Valve System to control recoil.
EAA Has a $999 2011 Pistol
January 9, 2023
EAA's new Witness 2311s are made by Girsan, using standard double-stack 1911 magazines as well as the traditional polymer grip, receiver, and the top end of their Turkish 1911s.
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Featured Comparisons
Ever wonder about the differences between different guns, calibers, or actions? We break ’em all down.
Headstamp-to-Headstamp: .223 vs 5.56
June 29, 2021
“223 Remington” & “5.56x45mm NATO” designations are often met with indifference — like there’s no real difference between the two. We point out that there are, indeed, meaningful differences to be aware of.
Firearm Faceoff: Single Action vs Double Action
February 9, 2021
Firearm Faceoff: Glock 17 vs 19
February 5, 2021
Firearm Faceoff: PMAG Gen 2 vs Gen 3
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Firearm Faceoff: Mossberg 500 vs. Remington 870
December 2, 2020
How do the Mossberg 500 and the Remington 870 stack up? We compare these powerhouse scatterguns.
Firearm Faceoff: AR-10 vs. AR-15
November 23, 2020
What’s the difference between an AR-10 and an AR-15 rifle? More (and less) than you might think.
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What is Shotgun Fit & How Important Is it?
November 25, 2022
Shotguns are designed to deliver their payload differently than rifles, which means how the gun fits you has an outsized impact on whether you hit what you think you're aiming at.
What is the CMP?
October 4, 2022
5 Simple Rules for Selecting Your First Shotgun
October 1, 2022
The Major Gun Types: A (Long) Primer
September 18, 2022
The world of firearms is vast and full of many different types of guns with various actions, functionalities, and a slew of different calibers. Learn about the major gun types, actions, how they function, and the most popular calibers for each.
AR Gas Systems Explained: Pistons, Ports, & DI Glory
July 19, 2022
Every autoloading AR-15 has a gas-operated action that uses exhaust gases from the spent propellant to work the bolt. We break down the systems that propel the AR.
Bullet Sizes, Types, & Calibers
April 7, 2022
The myriad of common ammo types, calibers, and sizes can be confusing, but with a little research, navigating the “bullet aisle” at your local gun store is a snap.
A Guide to Trigger Discipline
July 28, 2021
When it comes to gun handling, trigger discipline is one of the essential skills to master. It doesn’t matter if you’re a first-time gun owner or have been around firearms your entire life.
View reviews of rifle scopes, handgun optics, and everything long-range shooting.
The Best Rifle Scopes
July 16, 2022
Rifle scopes come in a huge variety of prices, options, sizes, and features – but they’re generally all designed with one goal in mind – hit the target. We break down the best glass around.
Maven Optics Review
June 23, 2022
There are a lot of optics brands out there, so when Maven Optics asked us for an honest take on their products we were happy to put them to the test. Prepare to meet your new favorite glass.
Holosun 510c Red Dot Sight Review
June 17, 2022
Is Holosun's 510c the best red dot sight on the market today? We put the sight to the test to determine if this budget-friendly red dot sight can perform with the best of them.
The Best AR-15 Optics
May 28, 2022
When it comes to AR-15 optics, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. A rifle’s purpose —