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Mossberg 930 SPX: Hands On Review + Photos [2026]
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Mossberg 930 SPX: Hands On Review + Photos [2026]

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
· Feb 8, 2026 · 13 min read
Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5” 9mm Review + Photos
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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
· Feb 8, 2026 · 6 min read
Mossberg 940 Pro Turkey Review: Hands-On + Photos [2026]
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Mossberg 940 Pro Turkey Review: Hands-On + Photos [2026]

A detailed, hands-on Mossberg 940 Pro review, one of the most popular shotguns on the market today.

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Travis Pike
· Feb 8, 2026 · 12 min read
Benelli M4 Review: One of the Best Shotguns Ever Made?
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Benelli M4 Review: One of the Best Shotguns Ever Made?

Who doesn't love boomsticks, aka shotguns? And today, we are taking a shotgun reputed to be the very best with our Benelli M4 review.

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Travis Pike
· Feb 8, 2026 · 15 min read
Springfield Armory Hellion Bullpup Review & Photos
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Springfield Armory Hellion Bullpup Review & Photos

Today I am excited to get the opportunity to dive into Springfield Armory’s one and currently only bullpup rifle, the Hellion. 

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Jonathan Metcalf
· Feb 8, 2026 · 7 min read
Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5″ OSP 10mm: Hands-On Review
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Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5″ OSP 10mm: Hands-On Review

In September of 2021, Springfield Armory released the XD-M Elite in 10mm, which featured a 3.8” barrel. While I enjoyed shooting it, I remember thinking how

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Ryan Domke
· Feb 8, 2026 · 9 min read
Glock 44 Review: Great 22 .LR Pistol [2026]
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Glock 44 Review: Great 22 .LR Pistol [2026]

This is a detailed, hands on Glock 44 review. We will cover both the good and bad, so you can make an informed decision before buying this gun.

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Brian Armstrong
· Feb 8, 2026 · 6 min read
Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 Sport Review: Hands-on With Photos
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Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 Sport Review: Hands-on With Photos

Looking for an affordable AR-15 style rifle? Take a look at our Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 Sport review.

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Ryan Domke
· Feb 8, 2026 · 8 min read
14 Best 9mm Pistols [2026]: Rated By Size And Hands-On Testing
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14 Best 9mm Pistols [2026]: Rated By Size And Hands-On Testing

The best 9mm pistols revealed! See our expert picks for concealed carry, home defense, tactical use, and more. Find your ideal handgun today!

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Feb 8, 2026 · 7 min read
Best 6.5 Grendel Uppers & Buyer’s Guide [2026]
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Best 6.5 Grendel Uppers & Buyer’s Guide [2026]

Today, I’ll talk about the best 6.5 Grendel uppers that you can find on the market today. We’ll take a closer look at what they have to offer, how they’ll

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Feb 8, 2026 · 5 min read
Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad Rifle Review [2026]
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Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad Rifle Review [2026]

Get a detailed Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad Rifle review. Find out what its specs are, how it handles, and why you might want to consider adding it to your collection.

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Feb 8, 2026 · 9 min read
Springfield Armory Hellcat Review: Hands-On With Photos
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Springfield Armory Hellcat Review: Hands-On With Photos

Looking for an in-depth Springfield Armory Hellcat review? Look no further! This article covers everything you need to know about this new CCW.

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Jonathan Metcalf
· Feb 8, 2026 · 7 min read

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