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5 Best Intermediate Calibers: The Best of Both Worlds

BY Travis Pike, Published January 18, 2025

In this article we explain what an intermediate caliber is, what it is meant to do, as well as covering some of the best ones out there.

7 Best Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) Optics: Extend Your Range

BY Travis Pike, Published January 9, 2025

We take a look at the best optics to top your designated marksmanship rifle to extend your range and make precision shooting easier.

How to Set-Up A Modern Tactical Sling

BY Travis Pike, Published October 5, 2024

In this article, we go over how to set up a modern tactical sling to work for you and also give you some of our favorite modern slings.

Best Remington 700 Clones

BY Scott Murdock, Published June 2, 2024

Now that the Remington 700 patent has expired, several companies have jumped on the design. So let us run you through the best Remington 700 clones.

6 Best Bolt-Action Rifles

BY Alice Jones Webb, Updated July 14, 2024

Ever wondered which bolt-action rifles get the most attention? Well, we made a list of the best bolt-actions Americans love.

Best 5.56 Rifles That Are Not AR-15s

BY Travis Pike, Updated November 3, 2024

Love 5.56 but don't want to be like all the other AR-15 guys? Don't worry, we've got you. Check out the best 5.56 rifles that aren't ARs!

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Palmetto State Armory Reviews

PSA JAKL vs. Brownells BRN-180: Head-To-Head Tested

BY Travis Pike, Published December 26, 2024

We pit two of the most popular AR-15 alternatives against each other to see which one will come out on top.

[Review] PSA Micro Dagger: 800+ Round Analysis

BY Preston Hughes, Published December 19, 2024

The Micro Dagger seems like an attractive option for budget shoppers, but does this Glock clone measure up to "perfection"...we find out.

PSA Krink Review: Compact Firepower in 5.56mm

BY Sean Curtis, Published October 10, 2024

Dive into the pros and cons of the PSA Krink, including the beloved AK design, compact size, and fireball accuracy.

PSA Sabre AR-10 Review: The KAC M110 We Have At Home

BY Sean Curtis, Published February 29, 2024

Palmetto State Armory's Sabre AR-10 is a KAC M110 clone with a budget price, but is performance sacrificed for affordability?

Harrington & Richardson 723 Style Carbine Review

BY Sean Curtis, Published January 4, 2024

Looking for an AR with old-school charm? We cover the Harrington & Richardson 723 Style Carbine specs, features, and more.

PSA Sabre AR-15 Review

BY Sean Curtis, Published April 27, 2023

PSA is known for budget builds, but can this affordable juggernaut build a premium AR-15? We test out the new Sabre line to find out.

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AK-47 Reviews

PSA Krink Review: Compact Firepower in 5.56mm

BY Sean Curtis, Published October 10, 2024

Dive into the pros and cons of the PSA Krink, including the beloved AK design, compact size, and fireball accuracy.

Best Rifle Slings: AR-15, AK-47 & More [Hands-On Tested]

BY Travis Pike, Updated April 30, 2024

We take a look at our favorite rifle slings for AR-15s, AK-47s, lever-actions, and even hunting rifles. Come see what made the cut.

Kalashnikov USA KR-103 Review: Best American-Made AK?

BY Sean Curtis, Published October 19, 2023

We take the Kalashnikov USA KR-103 to the range to see if this American-made AK-47 can live up to its Soviet heritage.

Century Arms WASR-10 Review: Best Romanian AK?

BY Sean Curtis, Published April 20, 2023

Who doesn't like an old-school AK? We take the Century Arms WASR-10 for a spin to see how this classic design holds up on the range.

PSA JAKL AR/AK Pistol Review: Ultimate Truck Gun?

BY Sean Curtis, Published December 1, 2022

PSA's JAKL is a little bit AR-15 and a little bit AK-47 but does this rifle have the ability to be the ultimate truck gun? We find out...

7 Best Optics for the AK Platform [LVPOs, Red Dots & More]

BY Travis Pike, Updated March 23, 2025

We take a look at some of the best optics for the AK-47 platform -- from scopes to red dots; we have it all.

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Bolt Action Rifle Reviews

[Hands-On Review] Savage Impulse: Straight Pull Bolt-Action Rifle

BY Travis Pike, Published February 17, 2022

Savage introduced the Impulse -- a straight-pull bolt-action rifle -- in 2021 and we finally got our hands on one! Come see what we think about this unique bolt-action.

[Review] CVA Cascade: Sub $500 Hunting Bolt Rifle?

BY David Lane, Published May 4, 2020

Looking for an affordable, reliable, and accurate hunting rifle for under $500? We hands-on review the CVA Cascade to see its performance vs its low price.

[Review] Ruger Precision Rifle Gen 3: Even Better

BY Matthew Collins, Published March 24, 2019

The first generation Ruger Precision was truly revolutionary. The Gen 3 is even better. We hands-on review its reliability, accuracy, fit/feel, and more.

[Review] Howa 1500 Barreled Action: Easiest Bolt Build?

BY David Lane, Updated November 5, 2018

The Howa 1500 Barreled Action might be the best way to start your semi-custom bolt action rifle build. Here's our complete review and hands-on experience!

Best 1000 Yard Guns for Under $1000

BY Jens Hammer, Updated October 6, 2024

Want to hit a target half a mile away without breaking the bank? We go over what we look for in a rifle and our picks for the best 1000 yard guns around $1000.

[Buyer's Guide] Best Remington 700 Models

BY Brandon Harville, Updated July 22, 2022

There's a lot of Remington 700 models. We cover all of them and how to choose the perfect model for your individual needs.

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Bullpup Rifle Reviews

IWI Tavor X95 Review: Bullpup Goodness

BY Ernesto, Updated March 1, 2020

Forget the SBR route, the IWI Tavor X95 bullpup might be better for you. We hands-on test it for reliability, ergonomics, accuracy, worth-it-ness, and more.

[Review] Kel-Tec RDB-S: Little Bullpup That Could

BY Sean Curtis, Updated February 10, 2019

Survival rifle, plinker, or tactical door-kicker? Choose your purpose with Kel-Tec's bullpup RDB-S. We hands-on review it to see if it has the right stuff.

Steyr AUG Review [Range Tested]

BY Travis Pike, Updated August 18, 2023

There are a lot of bullpup rifles on the market but none as iconic as the Steyr AUG. This rifle is battle proven and interesting to handle. Learn all about it!

Best Bullpup Rifles & Shotguns

BY Travis Pike, Updated June 13, 2024

Bullpups are so different. We'll cover the best bullpup rifles and shotguns, their pros/cons, and the best models out there right now.

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Carbine Reviews

[Review+Video] Faxon Bantam 9mm PCC: Glock Mags, LRBHO, & Indestructible

BY John Currie, Published July 16, 2020

Looking for a PCC that's a cut above the rest? We hands-on review the Faxon Bantam 9mm AR-15 for reliability, accuracy, ergonomics, price, and more.

[Review] M1 Carbine (Auto Ordnance): Blast From the Past

BY Ken Whitmore, Updated August 22, 2019

Does the old M1 Carbine have a place in your collection? We hands-on test Auto Ordnance's reproduction for accuracy, reliability, ergonomics, and more.

[Review] LWRCI DI & IC-SPR: Direct Impingement vs Piston

BY Eric Hung, Published June 11, 2019

Looking at getting an LWRCI AR-15? We hands-on review both the DI and IC-SPR for reliability, accuracy, ergonomics, value, and more.

Kel-Tec Sub2000 Review: A 9mm Folding Carbine

BY Sean Curtis, Updated April 6, 2022

Want a rifle with a small footprint but don't want an SBR or a brace stocked pistol? Kel-Tec's Sub-2000 just might be the answer! We review the rifle and some of the best upgrades and accessories available.

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More Rifle Reviews

The AR-10 Got Slim: Here’s What We Think of the Ruger SFAR [Review]

BY Sean Curtis, Published March 27, 2025

Hands-on Ruger SFAR review: We tested Ruger’s small-frame AR-10 in .308 to see if it delivers big power in a lightweight AR-15-sized package.

Daniel Defense PCC 916 Review [Hands-On Tested]

BY Sean Curtis, Published February 6, 2025

On the heels of the Daniel H9, Daniel Defense launched another 9mm blaster...this time in the form of a PCC. Does the DD PCC 916 hold its own? We find out.