Category Archives: Sneak Previews
UPCOMING REVIEW : C&H DUTY RED DOT SIGHT
C&H Precision was founded in 2012, fast forward to 2023 and this Richmond Hill, GA company enjoys a global reputation as the industry standard for reliable, precision optics mounting hardware for pistols. The company serves the commercial space as … Continue reading
UPCOMING REVIEWS: GLOCK 47 MOS and STREALIGHT STINGER COLOR-RITE
This is a special review in that I’ll be looking at two items selected by the U.S. Border Patrol and developed by GLOCK and Streamlight to meet the specific needs of the organization, so it’s only fitting that I review … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: German Precision Optics Spectra Pistol Dot
GPO, German Precision Optics, is a brand you don’t see that often. That’s not to be interpreted as a lackluster product line, it’s quite the opposite. The SPECTRA Pistol Dot is the best designed open reflex sight I’ve had the … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Spyderco’s Awesome LIL Temperance Folder
If you’re in need of a workingman’s pocket folder, look no further than Spyderco’s Lil Temperance: steel, grind, grip size and its compression liner lock make it a serious pocket folder. It may be Lil, but it is most definitely … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW: RITON 3 TACTIX 1-8×24
I had the pleasure of meeting the RITON folks, at SHOT SHOW 2023, what a great group; amiable, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about being part of a winning team. RITON is an Arizona based purveyor of excellent optics at a palatable … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: SIG SAUER TANGO6T DVO 1-6 X 24
SIG SAUER Electro Optics has been supplying the TANGO6T to our armed forces since 2018, for the SDMR project, and more recently, in 2020, for the M4 carbine Direct View Optic program. I’ll be kicking off 2023 with a full … Continue reading
BROWNELLS MATCH PRECISION OPTIC 1-6 X 24 LPVO
Earlier this year, Brownells added 3 new models to their Match Precision Optic Line. Showcased at Shot Show 2022, the new LPVOs 1-6X24 and 1-8X24 (with a choice of two reticles) bring up the lower magnification end of Brownells’ line … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW: OTIS TECHNOLOGY’S EAR SHIELD RANGER RE-23
If there is one company that can accurately be described as a stunning success is New York based OTIS Technology. This woman-owned business began life in 1985 focused on gun care products, now a leading DOD supplier the company has … Continue reading
UPCOMING REVIEW: STREAMLIGHT’S SIDEWINDER STALK
At the 2022 Shot Show, in Las Vegas, Streamlight introduced its newest member of the Sidewinder family, the Sidewinder Stalk. This light can be classified as a multifunction task and navigation light offering a variety of mounting options including helmet … Continue reading
CRKT’s MINIMALIST KATANA
I’ll be kicking off April with a review of CRKT’s MINIMALIST KATANA, an Alan Folts design. I’ll go on record now as saying the only thing minimal about his design is its handle not its capabilities. So, stay tune .
Sneak Preview: Sig Sauer KILO 5K BDF Laser Range Finder
I’ve just started working on a review of SIG’s first addition to its KILO K line of range finders. If you’ve watched the LRF evolve over the years you can only reach the conclusion that what we call a laser … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: HOLOSUN’s HE407K-GR X2
Holosun Technologies has been adding to their product line with some very impressive offerings. I’ll be reviewing one of their newest open red dot sights, the HE407K-GR X2. This is a green 6 MOA dot designed around the compact pistol … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight’s STINGER 2020
When Streamlight introduced the STINGER® 2020 handheld light, they brought to market a handheld to end all handhelds. It’s switch selectable 2000 lumen high mode will get your neighbor’s attention as it projects a light bridge that you can almost … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight’s New TLR-10
This is the light/laser package your large frame pistol has been waiting for.
Sneak Preview: Streamlight TLR-7A Contour Remote
The TLR-7A Contour Remote is a touch of genius by Streamlight’s designers; it explains the company’s explosive growth with law enforcement domestically and internationally. If you’re a Glock user you’ll want to read my upcoming review.
Sneak Preview: Columbia River Knife and Tool M40-03 a Kit Carson Design
Kit Carson, a Kentucky resident and retired Master Sergeant was a distinguished knife designer. Kit passed in 2014, but prior to making his final journey Kit devoted 44 years of his life to designing excellent blades. The M40-03 is a … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Buck Knives Ground Combat Spearpoint
Hoyt Buck produced the first Buck Knife in 1902; since then, the company has become a global supplier of work knives, hunting knives, pocket folders and a variety of other edged tools. As broad and deep as Buck Knives product … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Alien Gear Shoulder Holster
For 2020 Alien Gear introduced a shoulder holster that merits our admiration. The Alien’s rig is adjustable in every conceivable dimension; it is extremely comfortable and highly customizable. You can configure it for two pistols, four magazines or no magazines. … Continue reading
Upcoming Review: SIG ELITE PERFORMANCE AMMUNITION 300 BLK MATCH GRADE and FMJ SUPERSONIC 300 BLK
I’ll be kicking March off with a look at SIG’s 300 BLK offerings, the company’s FMJ Supersonic 300 BLK and their Match Grade rendition. SIG SAUER designs and manufactures all of its ammunition products in their Arkansas plant and is … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: SIG SAUER P365 SAS
Coming up in December is my review of SIG’s P365 SAS. Every praise you’ve heard about this snag-free micro-compact 9mm you can take to the bank and its Meprolight FT Bullseye sight is icing on a delicious cake from SIG.
MANTIS SHOOTING PERFORMANCE SYSTEM INTRODUCES THE MANTIS X10
I had the opportunity to review the original Mantis X performance shooting system that you can read here. Since January of 2018, the company has introduced a number of models that target specific shooter requirements. X – for beginner to … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount HL-X Laser USB
The ProTac Rail Mount HL-X Laser is a very slick tactical illumination package from Streamlight: 1000 lumens of tactical lighting with an integral red aiming laser and USB rechargeable makes it a very impressive offering. It may be time to … Continue reading
Upcoming Reviews
At Shot Show 2019, in Las Vegas, Streamlight introduced its newest addition to the company’s highly successful TLR line of weapon mounted lights. The new light designated TLR VIR II combines visible and IR illumination with an IR aiming laser … Continue reading
Sneak Preview Targetvision HAWK Spotting Scope Camera
This Wi-Fi enabled camera from Targetvision signals the coming end to the customary digiscoping mechanical contraptions. However, its real magic is in the software and that makes HAWK’s capabilities almost limitless. Catch my upcoming review late June.
CRKT and KEN ONION COLLABORATION the HELICAL and SLACKER POCKET FOLDERS
Both of these Ken Onion designed EDC pocket folders are sleek and very sexy but make no mistake the inspiration is unquestionably tactical. Ken Onion has no shortage of genius ideas resulting in innovations like the Field Strip feature of … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Springfield Armory Edge Saint and HK VP9B
Springfield Armory’s Edge Saint 5.56 pistol is possibly the best AR pistol on the market. Quality, features and performance are unmatched by most of its competition. I’ll have a review underway that will put my comments to the test. Also … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Heckler & Koch VP9B
Heckler & Koch’s VP9 is either loved or despised by shooters, I could not find middle ground between these extremes. Those who hate it fall under a category of shooters that I call “bring back the MK23 cult.” HK introduced … Continue reading
Spyderco’s Autonomy 2
This Spyderco automatic folder has an interesting development history. Its predecessor, the Autonomy, served the U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmers and for 2019 Spyderco brings its lineage forward with exceptional quality, style and functionality. Look for my review later … Continue reading
CRIMSON TRACE CTS-1400
I’ll be closing out 2018 with a review of the Crimson Trace CTS-1400, an open reflex sight designed for rifles and shotguns. Unlike many of the mini sights on the market, looking through this sight renders what can only be … Continue reading
A Sneak Peek at CTC’s Line of Red Dot Sights
CTC’s CTS-1400 In 2018, Crimson Trace Corp pulled out all stops and entered the red dot and magnified optics space with a complete line of rifle scopes and open and closed reflex sights for the tactical shooter. Purpose built with … Continue reading
BUSHNELL’s LONG AWAITED TRS-26
Bushnell’s TRS-26 has finally hit the shelves and I’ll be reviewing it for our readers over the coming weeks. I can sum up my initial impression by saying that it was well worth the wait! The TRS-26 is part … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Bushnell’s AR Optics
For July-August, I’ll be taking a look at Bushnell’s newest addition to the company’s AR Optics line. I’ve yet to find a more robust, accurate and quality sighting system at a price point of under $500. Assuming you’re not exiting … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Walther Arms PPS M2 RMSC
For 2018 Walther Arms introduced a 9mm subcompact pistol designated PPS M2, and along with that offering, the company included a limited quantity of the PPS M2 equipped with the British RMS Shield red dot sight. In doing so, Walther … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: CRKT’s SIWI™by Sergeant Major Darrin Sirois
Later this month I’ll introduce you to one of the best fixed blade designs, at any price point or country of origin, that I’ve had the opportunity to review, . Retired Sergeant Major Sirois’ SIWI design is part of CRKT’s … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight TLR-7
In 2018, Streamlight introduced two new members of the company’s highly successful TLR weapon mounted light series, the TLR-7 and TLR-8. Streamlight dramatically reduced their footprint but retained the high performance that we’ve come to expect from the TLR line. … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Spyderco’s 2018 Warrior Hawk
There’s something deliciously medieval about a tomahawk, and this coming month we have a review of the impressive Warrior Hawk from Spyderco coming your way. Designed by martial artist and former Marine, Laci Szabo , the Warrior Hawk can only … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Peltor Sport Tactical 500 Bluetooth
Peltor is a global leader in hearing protection products for industrial and military application. A 3M company, Peltor offers a wide range of hearing protection headsets and technologies. For 2018, the company introduced the Smart Tactical 500 electronic hearing protector … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: CRKT’s TECHNICIAN MULTI-TOOL
There are a number of task specific multitools on the market, many of questionable quality; however, there are few high quality general purpose multi-tools with a technical orientation. Columbia River Knife and Tool introduced a Glenn Klecker designed multi-tool, the … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Spyderco’s Elegant and Rustproof Caribbean
Coming up in April, I’ll be telling you about my experience with this really sexy folder from Spyderco. The Caribbean is not only visually pleasing, its flat ground, rustproof, blade makes this impressive folder an exceptional choice for … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Mantis X Training System
Illinois based Mantis has proven its technical prowess with an impressive training system that leverages some very elaborate technology with good old pedagogy to deliver a training system that will improve your shooting. They say that bad habits die hard … Continue reading
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