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How to Paint Your AR-15: [Skip the Camo Krylon!]
Want to make your AR-15 unique? We cover paint and color choice, rifle prep, and camo spraying techniques. Plus lots of pictures and a full video tutorial.
David Lane
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Learning how to shoot at a young age in the Boy Scouts, David now spends most of his time working on or with firearms. Be it shooting, upgrading, building, tinkering, or writing about them - sharing his passion and knowledge of firearms with others is an everyday occurrence.
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AR-106 Best AR-10s: Complete Buyer's Guide
The AR-10 is a grownup version of the AR-15. It's bigger, meaner, and louder. We'll show you the best AR-10s out there across all budgets.
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Have a new night sight but no easy way to install it? We got you covered with a list of our favorite sight pusher tools to get the job done!
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Want to save your thumbs AND your time loading magazines? We hands-on test some of the most popular magazine speed loaders.
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SafesSecureIt Agile 52 Safe [Review+Hands-On Video]
Looking for a modular long gun safe that you can transport up stairs or into tight spaces? We hands-on review SecureIt's Agile 52 which does just that.
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Gun Reviews[Review+Video] Sig Sauer 716i Tread: Kick Ass AR-10
Looking for a super reliable and accurate AR-10 out of the box? We hands-on review the Sig Sauer 716i Tread to see if it has the right stuff.
AKPSA AKV Review: Best 9mm AK?
An all-American AK in 9mm? We test the latest iteration of PSA's AKV for reliability, accuracy, ergonomics, looks, bang-for-the-buck-ness, and more!
Gun ReviewsCanik TP9SFX Review: Best Value $500 Handgun
The best bang-for-the-buck handgun for $500? The Canik TP9SFX is our current winner due to flat shooting, 100% reliability, and an optics-ready design.
Gun ReviewsTaurus G2C Review: $200 for a Reliable CCW?
How cheap can you go with a concelaed carry gun? The Taurus G2C puts it to the test with a $200 12-round micro pistol. But is it reliable and accurate?
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Gun Reviews[Review] Bersa Thunder & Firestorm .380: Better 007 PPK?
Looking at the updated PPK from Bersa in the form of the Thunder and Firestorm? We cover the differences and review for reliability, accuracy, and more.
Gear ReviewsCrate Club Subscription Box: Tier Breakdown & Review
We take a look at Crate Club -- a subscription box service for the tactical and survival minded. Come read up on the products crammed in these boxes!
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Gun ReviewsDaniel Defense Delta 5 Pro Review: PRS Worthy? [Video]
The Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro takes aim at the PRS market, but does it measure up? We find out with an in-depth look at this bolt-action.
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Gun Reviews[Hands-On Review] Bergara B-14R: .22 LR Training Rifle
Training rifles are super useful for budget-minded and/or competitive shooters. But does the Bergara B-14R make for a good one? We find out.
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Gear Reviews[Hands-On Review] Fix It Sticks: Worthy Tool Kit?
Fix It Sticks offers a handy set of tools in a convenient, compact package ready to go to the range. But is this toolset worth the hype (and price)?
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Gun Reviews[Hands-On Review] CZ P-01: Best Metal Frame 9mm?
Love a metal-framed pistol? So do we. The CZ P-01 stands as a fine example of what a metal frame 9mm is capable of. Come see why we adore it!
AmmoDifferent Ammo in the Same Gun...Kaboom?
Your revolver is .357 Mag, but people say it shoots .38 Spl. Your AR-15 says it can shoot 5.56x45mm, but your friend says get .223. What's going on?
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Gun Reviews[Hands-on Review] CZ 97 B: A Classic .45 ACP
Like that classic .45 ACP but make it a CZ? We have the lowdown on the CZ 97 B, a sweet old-school pistol that shoots like a dream.
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Old Egyptian guns? Yes, please! Come learn the interesting history behind the Hakim rife and Rasheed carbine and see how they shoot!
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We tested the budget-friendly BCA AR-15 and found some...interesting surprises. Come see why this AR had us scratching our heads.