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Winchester SXP Defender Review: An Affordable Pump Shotgun
Shotguns

Winchester SXP Defender Review: An Affordable Pump Shotgun

The Winchester SXP is a great pump shotgun for the price. It's lightweight, easy to use, and has plenty of features that make it one of the best values on the market today.

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Ryan Domke
· Aug 11, 2026 · 8 min read
Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard Review: A Reliable CCW? [2026]
Handguns

Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard Review: A Reliable CCW? [2026]

The LifeCard pistol caught my eye years ago when it was released, but it wasn’t until earlier this year at Shot Show that I finally got to check one out in

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Ryan Domke
· Feb 8, 2026 · 9 min read
Steiner MPS Review: Best New Micro Optic?
Optics

Steiner MPS Review: Best New Micro Optic?

Looking for an accurate, lightweight pistol sight? Look no further than the Steiner Micro Pistol sight. In this review, we'll take a look at its features and benefits.

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Jonathan Metcalf
· Aug 11, 2026 · 9 min read
Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Review: Hands-on with Photos
Handguns

Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Review: Hands-on with Photos

Looking for an in-depth review of the Smith and Wesson M&P M2.0? Look no further, because we've got you covered.

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Randy Bauman
· Jul 27, 2026 · 7 min read
Glock 17 Gen 4: Hands-On Review & Photos [2026]
Handguns

Glock 17 Gen 4: Hands-On Review & Photos [2026]

Glock has long dominated the handgun market, and today we look at their flagship handgun, the Glock 17; specifically, we are reviewing the Glock 17 Gen 4 MOS

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Travis Pike
· Jul 27, 2026 · 9 min read
SIG Sauer P238 Review With Photos [2026]
Handguns

SIG Sauer P238 Review With Photos [2026]

Today, we’ll be doing a SIG Sauer P238 review. It’s a popular, 1911-inspired “pocket rocket” in the .380 chamber with a 6-round capacity that’s small,

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Aug 11, 2026 · 9 min read
Sig Sauer P365XL Review: Hands-On + Photos [2026]
Handguns

Sig Sauer P365XL Review: Hands-On + Photos [2026]

Get a closer look at the new SIG Sauer P365XL pistol with our in-depth review.

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Randy Bauman
· Aug 31, 2026 · 7 min read
10 Best Short-Barreled Shotguns & Buyer’s Guide [2026]
Shotguns

10 Best Short-Barreled Shotguns & Buyer’s Guide [2026]

Today, we’ll take a look at the best short-barreled shotguns this year.

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Aug 31, 2026 · 5 min read
Remington V3 TAC-13 Review + Photos [2026]
Shotguns

Remington V3 TAC-13 Review + Photos [2026]

Today, we’re talking about an interesting piece of semi-automatic shotgun machinery, specifically in our Remington V3 TAC-13 review.

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Jul 27, 2026 · 8 min read
5 Best Hunting Day Pack 2026: Top 5 Favorites Reviewed
Accessories

5 Best Hunting Day Pack 2026: Top 5 Favorites Reviewed

However, it's important to note that the best hunting day packs differ in design, build quality, camo, and other features.

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Aug 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Mossberg 930 SPX: Hands On Review + Photos
Shotguns

Mossberg 930 SPX: Hands On Review + Photos

Mossberg is one of two major American shotgun firms producing high-quality shotguns, and today we are bringing you a Mossberg 930 SPX review. 

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Travis Pike
· Aug 31, 2026 · 13 min read
Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5” 9mm Review + Photos
Handguns

Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5” 9mm Review + Photos

I recently had a student come to a class with a Springfield XD-M Elite 9mm with a 4.5” barrel that a local gun store had sold her to use for concealed carry.

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Brian Armstrong
· Aug 31, 2026 · 6 min read

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