Sealed reflex sights offer advantages over their open-top brethren. They’re more durable, far less likely to fog up from temperature changes, and the LED emitter itself is better protected from the elements.  Until relatively recently they’ve remained in the realm of rifles instead of handguns. But there’s been an explosion of options — some of this is due to R&D, ...

Beretta USA is reintroducing the M9A1 back to the US handgun market. This iconic pistol is a version of the Beretta M9 developed for the U.S. Marine Corps. In addition to the standard features found on the Beretta M9 service pistol, the M9A1 is built on an M9 frame that includes a built-in accessory rail for tactical lights, lasers and ...

Viktos is launching the new Counteract CCW Crossbody Bag, a low-profile, concealed-carry option for use in a variety of environments. Designed for everyday-carry practitioners and the concealed-carry community, the Counteract brings together gray man aesthetics with instant firearm readiness. “Every day carry isn’t about broadcasting your preparedness—it’s about staying prepared while blending in,” said Perry Latuharhary, Marketing and Strategic Alliances ...

In today’s article, Eugene Nielsen reviews the Toor Knives Karsumba R — a karambit-style knife designed for martial use. Curved blades have captured the imagination for hundreds of years, and the Karsumba R is a looker. Nielsen sets out to see if its performance matches its appearance. The company provided the knife for this review. The retention ring on the ...

The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) has announced that Gunsite Academy will be hosting the upcoming Gunsite America’s Rifle Challenge (ARC) Summit at Gunsite Academy in Paulden, AZ. The revolutionary program will teach AR-15-style-rifle owners how to safely operate, fire, maintain and compete in ARC Level 1 Competitions. “The NRA is committed to supporting our members by offering new and ...

Ruger is a mainstay across a variety of shooting disciplines and is also gaining traction in the precision rifle world, thanks to the introduction of the RPR, or Ruger Precision Rifle, introduced by Ruger in 2015. Offered in three chamberings, it was Ruger’s proverbial toe in the water of the precision-rifle world. The following year, Ruger introduced some user-experience enhancements, ...

Most people’s first foray into hunting is as much family bonding as it is harvesting an animal. Ask any hunter who taught them how to hunt, and the answer almost always comes back to a family member. Father, grandfather, mother, uncle, or older sibling.  But how do you get that first kill when there is no mentor to teach you? ...

A stabbing at a Rochester gas station was stopped by an armed civilian who drew his legally registered handgun, forcing the attacker to cease. Police confirmed the suspect, known to the victim, was arrested shortly after the incident. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE ROCHESTER, NY (3-minute read) — An early morning stabbing at a gas station on Rochester’s northwest side ended ...

A Chicago concealed carry license holder shot a man who allegedly tried to run him over with his own stolen vehicle in the South Shore neighborhood. The suspect, later found at a hospital in critical condition, is believed to have been involved in the theft and assault. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE CHICAGO, IL (3-minute read) — A tense and potentially ...

Springfield Armory has just launched a new optics-ready Hellcat variant in .380 ACP. The original Springfield Armory Hellcat quickly became one of the most popular micro-compact concealed carry pistols after it was first released, but there are plenty of individuals out there who simply can’t handle the recoil of 9mm in a handgun that small. In response, Springfield has just ...