First Shots: Springfield Armory Ronin Operator 10 mm
Springfield Armory’s Ronin Operator 1911 was first introduced in 9 mm and .45 ACP, both in full- and commander-length formats. Now, the Ronin Operator is available in 10 mm Auto with a GI-style recoil system and the classic two-tone design found on former versions of the pistol. The newest Ronin Operator features a …
First Look: Magpul Rigger EDC Knife
Magpul recently introduced a new knife, the Rigger EDC, which features an aluminum frame and locking design with a slim profile ideal for everyday carry purposes. The Rigger EDC features the same design and craftsmanship found in the Limited Edition version, with the same functionality, ergonomic feel, just with different materials …
First Look: CZ Tactical Sport 2 Pistol
CZ-USA’s handguns are known in the practical shooting disciplines for their speed, precision and dynamic performance. They are a popular choice for sports such as IPSC, USPSA, 3-Gun and Steel Challenge, with the CZ Tactical Sport leading the way. The crisp single-action trigger, outstanding ergonomics and long sight radius of the …
First Look: Magpul PMAG 20 AR 300 B Gen M3
Magpul recently introduced the PMAG 20 AR 300 B Gen M3, a purpose-built magazine designed for the .300 BLK. Although it is similar to the PMAG 30 AR 300 B, the new variant is said to be more maneuverable thanks to a more compact construction that is more concealable and pairs nicely …
Review: Maven RS.4 5-30×56 mm Riflescope
Maven Outdoor Equipment has built quite a foothold among hunters, as the company’s high-quality optics have been putting meat on the table for a fraction of the price of better-known brands for years now without sacrificing quality. The secret is a direct-to-consumer business model that cuts out the middleman and …
The High-BC .22 LR Bullet: Are We There Yet?
A high-BC bullet for the .22 LR cartridge? It would seem inevitable, given the increasing popularity of “long-range” competition with the .22 LR cartridge, and yet there are the constraints of physics, technical complications and capitalist pragmatism to rein in development. Can it work, and is anyone pursuing the concept? Let’s take …
Review: SilencerCo Switchback 22
SilencerCo’s Switchback 22 is one of the more interesting suppressors, made with modularity that offers not only a choice of three different lengths, but also the ability to augment sound reduction on arms with barrels longer than 10.5 inches by changing the baffle direction. The Switchback is rated for all .22- …
First Look: Magpul PMAG 10/30 AR/M4 Gen M3 Magazine
Magpul recently introduced the PMAG 10/30 AR/M4 Gen M3, a 10-round magazine built for the AR-15/M4-style chambered in 5.56 NATO/.233 Rem. but retaining the size and shape of the 30-round PMAG. The new PMAG 10/30 is designed for gun owners who reside in states with magazine restrictions who desire a standard …
First Look: Magpul PMAG D-50 MP Drum Magazine
Magpul recently introduced the new PMAG D-50 MP, which the company says is a highly reliable 50-round drum mag for the HK94/MP5 large-format pistol or pistol-caliber carbines chambered in 9 mm. The new PMAG D-50 MP retains many of the other features of Magpul’s previous models of 9 mm drums, but …
First Look: ZBones Stealth Bone-Conduction Headset
Listening to music or taking a call on the go usually come at the direct expense of situational awareness. The Stealth headset, from ZBones, attempts to mend that issue by taking an open-ear approach to the matter. Utilizing the principles of bone conduction, ZBones bypass the eardrum, sending sound directly through vibrations …
