Reviews

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Gear I bought or was sent, put to real use: the good, the bad and the ugly.

  • DefendReview

    Fenix PD35 V3.0 Flashlight

    In terms of value priced flashlights suitable for everyday carry including defensive use, the Fenix PD35 V3.0 stands out as an excellent choice. It’s not without drawbacks, but, with a little diligence, those can be worked around.

    8 min
  • CompeteReview

    Holosun 507COMP versus Trijicon SRO

    Is the Holosun 507COMP the Trijicon SRO killer? A little head to head comparison might shed some light on the answer to that question.

    8 min
  • CompeteReview

    Holosun 507COMP

    Holosun has tossed their hat in the competition pistol mountable optics ring with the 507COMP which was highly anticipated by a lot of folks. The question is, “Is the optic good enough to grab a fair share of that market?”

    7 min
  • CompeteReview

    Holosun HS510C

    There is no shortage of options when it comes to rifle optics. One of those options is an open emitter red dot sight with an extra large window, a doughnut of death, and an affordable price known as the Holosun…

    6 min
  • CompeteReview

    Red Balloon Industries Grand Camo OWB Holster

    Readers have asked for my opinion on Red Balloon Industries holsters and I was unable to provide one because I had zero first hand experience with any of their products. That’s in the past now since I got my hands…

    7 min
  • DefendReview

    JM Custom Kydex IWB 3 Holster

    Looking for a high-quality inside-the-waistband custom holster that won’t break the bank and will ship quickly? The JM Custom Kydex IWB 3 may very well fit the bill.

    5 min
  • CompeteReview

    Speed Beez Kydex Classic OWB Revolver Holster

    Looking for a competition holster for a wheel gun or perhaps a quality holster while waiting on that custom leather one with a long lead time without breaking the bank? Then the Speed Beez Kydex revolver holster is worth a…

    5 min
  • CompeteReview

    CZ Custom A01-LD

    The more CZ pistols I shoot, the more convinced I am that CZ has figured out a secret to DA/SA that almost no one else knows. One exception to that might be CZ Custom who blessed pistol enthusiasts with the…

    7 min
  • DefendReview

    Jerkman Custom Grips

    The usual suspects for a more aggressive grip texture on a polymer-framed pistol are grip tape or custom stippling. That is unless one is afflicted with Heckler & Koch pistol bug, for those with that affliction there are Jerkman Custom…

    6 min
  • DefendReview

    Palmetto State Armory 5.7 Rock

    Lots of folks have expressed curiosity about the PSA 5.7 Rock. Having had the opportunity to get my hands on one, I’m happy to oblige and provide a look into what this value priced pistol chambered for 5.7x28mm has to…

    10 min
  • DefendReview

    Right To Bear Gets a Facelift

    Right To Bear is still a young player in the self defense insurance and legal plan space. However, that hasn’t stopped them from simplifying and improving their offerings while making them more affordable. As such, it’s worth revisiting what they…

    6 min
  • HuntReview

    Bear Creek Arsenal BC-9 Bufferless Pistol Caliber Carbine

    Several readers have asked me for reviews of pistol caliber carbines. Others have asked for reviews of value-priced firearms. I suppose that makes this initial review of the Bear Creek Arsenal BC-9 a twofer.

    8 min