Concealed Carry
CZ P-09 C Nocturne Review: Home Run or Foul Ball?
We dive into a hands-on review of the CZ P-09 C Nocturne to see if the hype is real, or if it falls flat in a flooded market.
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Beginner's Guide7 Home Defense Guns For Ban States
Live in a state that places restrictions on guns? No prob! We walk you through some guns that can work in states like CA, NJ, NY, and others with bans.
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Women8 Best Handguns for Women [Reviewed]
We break down the best handguns for women in various calibers based on our own hands-on testing with the women of Pew Pew Tactical.
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Concealed Carry[Review] Kimber R7 Mako Carbon Compact
Dive into our hands-on review of the Kimber R7 Mako Carbon Compact as we see how it stacks up to the competition from the big names.
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Optics & ScopesBest Night Vision Scopes & Optics [All Budgets]
Night vision scopes can be confusing. We cover the technology and showcase some of our favorites, plus some optics that work with night vision goggles.
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VideoDaniel Defense PCC 916 Review [Hands-On Tested]
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.
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Buyer's Guide8 Best Budget Guns for New Shooters [Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun]
Picking your first gun can be a hassle. So, we're taking the guesswork out and providing you with some great guns for new shooters...that are affordable!
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Gun Reviews[Review] Smith & Wesson M&P Carry Comp: Are Compensators Worth It?
Smith & Wesson’s Performance Center upgraded the M&P9 M2.0 Compact with an integrated compensator. We put it to the test.
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Buyer's GuideBest Portable Water Filters [Backpacking, Survival & Hiking]
Water is too important. These top rated filters will help you be able to drink from less than desirable sources during hikes or survival situations.
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Video[Review] Compact Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C: Better Than Glock?
The Springfield Armory Echelon takes on the compact striker-fired handgun market, but does this competitor have an edge? We find out.
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