Gear Review: Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot Sight
In 2025, Vortex launched new lines of enclosed-emitter red dots, available in the Defender and Venom series. Why offer two
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Gear Review: Tyrant CNC GLOCK 43x Compensator
A compensator on a handgun (especially a compact unit like the GLOCK 43x) is a small accessory, but can have
Vortex Talon HD 10K 12X50 Rangefinding Binoculars
Vortex Optics is doubling down on electro-optics and intraplatform connectivity. Their latest release is the Talon HD 10K laser rangefinding binoculars that function within Vortex’s Relay ecosystem.
SHOT 2026: Neat Storage-Stable Hydration Goop from Aqua-Gard
Given how small, lightweight, and shelf-stable these packs are, I can see this becoming a staple in my hunting kit as well as something I’ll keep in my truck for emergency use.
My Favorite Suitcase Comes From a Tactical Clothing Brand
Who’d a thunk it? Actually…if you’ve had an eye on 5.11 Tactical over the last 5+ years maybe you’d a thunk it, as the brand has long-since expanded beyond uniforms for LE/MIL/mall cops.
Gear Review: Osight XR Five-Reticle Rechargeable Enclosed Red Dot Sight
Optics companies — and some non-optics companies — have been busier than a mosquito in a nudist colony in the
Good Gear: Palmetto State Armory Sabre 30mm MSR Scope Mount
As with everything else in the PSA Sabre lineup, the MSR scope mount aims for really-close-but-not-exact levels of visual clone-ism while bringing modern machining and a reasonable price.
Gear Review: Burris Veracity PH 3-15×44 Riflescope
The Burris Veracity PH line of blend a traditional first focal plane optic with cutting-edge digital assistance. The Veracity PH
Gear Review: Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9×40 Rifle Scope
The Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9×40 proved to be exactly what it’s meant to be: a durable, no-nonsense hunting optic that delivers solid performance for the money.
A Multi Reticle Green Dot For Both Pistols and Rifles
A “full size” micro reflex optic, the Thrive HD green dot employs an RMR-compatible mounting footprint and comes with screws and tools for installation.