The Gear Bunker
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a massive resurgence of the pistol caliber carbine, most notably the 9mm PCC. The biggest advantage that the pistol caliber carbine has over any sidearm is stability. We’ve seen some skillful shooters at the local range who can shoot the wings off a fly at 25 yards with […]
So you think you have what it takes to be a sniper, eh? Even before my time in 2nd Ranger Battalion, I’ve been fascinated by the notion of shooting targets at great distances. The word Sniper alone had enough mystique and sex appeal to attract a horde of Rangerettes. The Ranger sniper section was a […]
The PL-PRO Valkyrie is the rechargeable version of the best-selling pistol light PL-2. Powered by a built-in rechargeable battery, the PL-PRO delivers two adjustable outputs; 1,500 and 300 lumens. If you’re looking for the best pistol light and don’t want to break the bank, check out the PL-PRO Valkyrie from Olight.1500 lumens and a 280-meter […]
Introducing the Faxon Firearms FX22 series of guns, crafted to provide the ultimate experience in plinking and target shooting. This collection showcases a variety of rifles and a pistol, all utilizing the versatile and cost-effective 22 Long Rifle cartridge. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced marksman, the FX22 series delivers dependable and precise firearms suitable for […]
When the Glock 43x showed up on the concealed carry scene, it was rock-solid proof of how innovative the concealed carry market was becoming. It’s difficult to know when one handgun can be called out as the ‘best’. You might consider the Smith & Wesson J Frame revolvers and the Glock 26 and a few other similarly […]
Depending on the season, I transition between my every day carry firearms. In the warmer months, I carry a sub-compact Sig Sauer P365 with an inside the waist belt holster due to its deeper concealment under lighter clothing. As the temps drop and I begin wearing heavier clothing, I make the transition to my trusty Glock 19. […]
As we commonly see in firearms training, weapon maintenance is a reoccurring issue, most often due to too little or too much, in respect to both maintenance and application of products like cleaners, lube and/or protectants. Personally, I pre-treat the applicable parts of my weapons and mags with Militec-1, clean and preserve them with RemOil, […]
Welcome to our review of the Glock 43X threaded barrel and compensator combo from Faxon Firearms! This is a highly sought-after accessory for the popular Glock 43X pistol, known for its compact size and reliable performance. The threaded barrel and compensator work together to enhance the accuracy and stability of the Glock 43X, making it an […]
As an avid fan and occasional participant of motor sports, I appreciate the fine details and skill needed to build a fast, lightweight and capable machine. Exotic materials like carbon fiber and titanium alloy. As well as engineers willing to push the limits of lightweight designs in order to deliver a winning edge for their […]
Short Barreled Rifles or SBR’s are all the rage. While most people concentrate on the barrel of their SBR build, they often neglect the other end of the rifle. The buttstock, one of the three critical interfaces with a shooter’s body can also be shortened for overall compactness. And CMMG has a new twist on […]
Safariland has been in the holster game for quite some time now and has established itself as an authority in the industry. They are world-renowned for their holsters and gear used by Law Enforcement and the Military. When they released a new line of IWB holsters, I was skeptical that they would be any better […]
Kyle Defoor’s teaching methodology is second to none. He takes what he learned as an assaulter in the SEAL Teams and breaks it down for us to learn. There are a lot of instructors out there and videos on YouTube explaining how to clean and maintain your AR15 rifle, but how reputable are they? Kyle is one […]
Hearing protection is a crucial piece of gear to have when working in any noisy environment. And a day at the shooting range can have a detrimental effect on your hearing if not properly protected. “Eye’s and ears” are the first protective items I grab from the range bag as I pull up to the […]
To say the market for striker fired polymer pistols is crowded is an understatement. However, when you look for models with threaded extended barrels and optics ready slides, that market becomes much smaller. This was the situation I found myself in when I got a call from an FFL friend of mine. Telling me he […]