Editor’s Picks: Guns & Gear

Made by one of the highest respected names in the industry and designed for the budget minded beginner long-range shooter, the Oryx gives you exactly what you need starting out while trimming everything else. It isn't perfect, but it is by far the best bang-for-the-buck for any new long-range shooter. It's also a great option for experienced shooters looking for a budget, reliable chassis for training rifles or testing new platforms. Take a look at our Complete Hands-on Review!

Sometimes the best way to keep something safe is to keep it hidden, but when hiding fails - you also need something strong. SentrySafe has you covered with this little safe, small enough to hide in a desk drawer but large enough to keep a pistol in. Take a look at our Full Review!

We might be biased as ShellShock is our very own brand, but we think the EXO PRO Electronic Earmuff is the best bang for the buck when it comes to marrying value with features. Based on years of research on our end, the EXO PRO has all the qualities you want in a good pair of ear pro, including comfy gel inserts. It's what our team wears every day to the range!

If you need to attach A LOT of gear to your belt...but still need it to look normal?  This one is perfect for you.  For more dressy or light-duty options, check out Best Gun Belts.

Got a lot of handguns? Don't want a full-sized safe yet? Vaultek MX Series might be the perfect fit for you! take a look at our complete hands-on review of the Vaultek MXi Safe!

Barrels are always good parts to look at upgrading. Increasing longevity, accuracy, durability, and if they're made by Faxon - just look awesome too! Other great ways of improving and upgrading your P320!

The best critical trauma bandage on the market, no IFAK is complete without at least one! IFAKs give you the tools you need to keep yourself or another alive when everything goes wrong. Make sure you take a look at our complete IFAK article!

Several great folding stock adapters are on the market for the AR-15, but Dead Foot sits above them all due to its outstanding build quality and the ability to function even while the stock is in the folded position. Unlike other adapters, Dead Foot Arms makes sure your rifle is never NOT ready for use! Take a look at this and more in our Best Folding AR-15 article!

The Floodlight by PHLster is a fantastic Kydex holster perfect for IWB or AIWB carry. It's compatibility with both Surefire and Streamlight weapon lights ensure you can carry your modern EDC with confidence. Check out our review of the Floodlight!

The Smith & Wesson M&P 15 Sport III is a newer addition to the M&P Sport lineup, but it is worth your attention. Though it sports a budget-friendly price, it's loaded with features that make it a good bang for the buck. You can read more about it in Best AR-15s.

Springfield's Garrison is a beautiful 1911 that is both accurate and well-fitted. It features a 5-inch match-grade barrel and a stainless or gorgeous hot salt-blued finish. You can read more about it in Best 1911 Pistols for the Money!

Our favorite red dot for under $200 that beat all its competitors in our grueling torture tests.  Check out the full red dot review here.

The gold standard in personal water filters, the Lifestraw should be a core item in everyone's emergency kits and go-bags. Simple to use, lightweight, inexpensive, and really a solid unit. Check out it and more in the Best Portable Water Filters!

American AK-47s have a really bad reputation. However, the PSAK-47 is well on its way to single-handedly changing that! The Gen 2 version of this rifle was the first American AK to pass the AKOU 5k round test and the Gen 3 version is now even better using a forged front trunion. Read our complete review of the PSAK-47!

If you use an AR-15 for home defense, don't rely on basic training ammunition. When we load up a magazine that our life might depend on, we prefer this 55-grain ammo from Speer. It's expensive, but lots of law enforcement agencies swear by its effectiveness. Read more in our guide to the Best AR-15 Ammo.

Our favorite entry level scope that's perfect for close engagement and also reaching out to several hundred yards.  What we ran in on our competition rifle for years.  Check out more in Best AR-15 Optics & Scopes.

Just about anything Marlin makes is going to be a solid firearm and their production of the iconic 1894 pattern lever-action rifle is no exception. For hunting or home defense, you can trust a Marlin 1894. Take a look at our complete review and guide to the .44 Magnum cartridge!