Author Ken Whitmore
Ken Whitmore is a husband, father of two, and prior service United States Marine. He lives in Western Pennsylvania where he has enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and shooting for the past 20 years.
[Review] DS Arms (DSA) FAL
The FAL is the "right arm of the free world," but is a modernized version needed? We hands-on review DS Arms' SA58 variant for everything that matters. (Read)
[Study] Home Defense Overpenetration: Shotgun, Handgun, Rifle
We use ballistic gel and built interior/exterior walls to test shotgun, handgun, and rifle loads to see the best ammo if overpenetration is a concern. (Read)
[Best AR-15 Builds]: 6.5 Grendel Hunting Build
It's time to utilize the modularity of the AR-15. Here's our build in 6.5 Grendel meant for hunting everything from woodchucks to coyote removal. (Read)
[How-To Guide]: Accurizing the AR-15
Want to start a new accurate AR-15 build or trying to DIY accurize an existing rifle? We go over some of our favorite tips, tricks, and parts. (Read)
[Best AR-15 Builds]: AT3 Budget Lightweight
Trying to save money by building yourself? I walk through my favorite budget lightweight AR-15 build with a couple AT3 parts. (Read)
My AR-15 RECCE Build [Aero Precision Base]
Want to build your own RECCE rifle? I cover what makes a great RECCE AR-15 and the all parts I chose from Aero Precision and other manufacturers. (Read)
[Review] M1 Carbine (Auto Ordnance): Blast From the Past
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. (Read)
11 Best AR-15 Grips [2019]: Ditch That Poverty A2
Having the right AR-15 grip is super important. We hands-on test some of the most popular and choose our overall winner, KISS grip, and long-range pick. (Read)
[Review]: Swamp Fox Optics Liberator & Kingslayer Red Dots
Are Swamp Fox's new red dots worth the move from established brands? We hands-on test their Liberator & micro Kingslayer to find out. (Read)
[Review] Gunbroker.com: Fees, Laws, Potential Problems
Want to buy or sell on Gunbroker.com? We've done it a bunch of times and here's our review...from what it is (and isn't) to potential problems. (Read)
Building a Duty/Patrol AR-15 [What's the Difference?]
Not all AR-15s are equal. We cover the difference between a random AR and one suited for duty or patrol use. Plus our favorite build parts to get it done. (Read)
[Hands-On Review] Romeo 3 vs Romeo 5 from Sig Sauer
Looking for a new red dot? We hands-on test Sig Sauer's made-in-Japan Romeo 3 and 5 with lots of rounds, some freezing temperatures, and water submersion. (Read)
7 Best Long-Range Cartridges: Hit Stuff Really Far Away
Want to send it really far downrange? We cover a few of our favorite long range cartridges. Complete with ammo suggestions, capability, rifles, and more. (Read)
[Review] Sig Sauer M400 Tread AR-15: A Cut Above
Looking for a great AR-15 that's a cut above budget starter rifles? We hands-on test Sig's M400 Tread for reliability, accuracy, worth-it-ness, and more. (Read)
