The Vortex Defender Micro Red Dot series has quickly become a favorite among shooters—from concealed carry die-hards to competitive shooters. Comprising three distinct models (Defender-CCW, Defender-ST, and Defender-XL), this micro line combines rugged reliability, high performance, and versatile mounting options, all backed by Vortex’s industry-leading lifetime warranty. Each model is
Hard Use Suppressors: while the definition can vary, in my mind a true hard use suppressor has no barrel restrictions for caliber and capable of full auto or sustained fire without damage to the suppressor or host weapon. Sounds simple but reality has proven different. Many are full auto capable
Rugged Suppressors, founded in 2014 by Henry Graham and Michael Derdziak, is dedicated to producing innovative, high-quality firearm suppressors. The company prides itself on pioneering new materials and manufacturing methods. Their aim is to create superior products that perform reliably from the first use. Of all their cans, I am the
Global Ordnance is known for importing cool firearms like the Grand Power Stribog and Arex pistols. But for something a little more special, Global Ordnance has partnered with Foxtrot Mike to bring a very interesting lightweight rifle concept called the Monolith to market. Its name specifically refers to the nature
As a gun writer, I’m always hit with cliché jabs about having the best job in the world. What many people don’t see, however, are the hours of hard work, the constant back and forth with companies and … OK, I do have the best job in the world. That
Red Dot Sights, or pistol optics, are about as popular as it gets these days. Seldom seen at Gunsite classes years ago it has become the norm with iron sights the rarity. Several companies make them ranging in various levels of quality from “BB gun ready” to nearly indestructible. Every year they
Primary Weapons Systems has been around since 2008. Their claim to fame is a unique type of gas piston AR-15 that incorporates a long-stroke gas piston system into its action. The Primary Weapons Systems’ design operates similarly to the gas piston system of the Kalashnikov. The only difference between a
No matter if you’re in law enforcement, in the military, enjoy tackling outdoor challenges or just want to be fit, you need to train. 5.11’s TacTec Training Vest is a great way to start. This heavy-duty, no-nonsense vest allows you to add weight plates or sandbags for added resistance during
Griffin Armament has a long history with metal-printed suppressors that dates back to 2008 when they explored prototype applications. During that time, they found the technology was neither developed nor cost-effective enough to gain public acceptance. They anticipated that advancements in other industries would support improvements in manufacturing applications, reduce
