Category Archives: Sneak Previews
SNEAK PREVIEW: SPYDERCO STREET BEAT IN BLACK
Coming up this July, we’ll introduce readers to Spyderco’s Street Beat compact fixed blade knife. This edged weapon is possibly the best implementation of a compact fixed blade knife that we’ve ever had the pleasure to review. Everything from blade … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW: STREAMLIGHT PROTAC RAIL MOUNT WEAPON LIGHTS
For June, we have a review of Streamlight’s ProTac® Rail Mount 1 and Rail Mount 2 weapon lights coming your way. These lights feature the same outstanding 10 Tap functionality in a fixed rail mount configuration to complement your modern … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW: WALTHER PPQ .45 ACP
Walther introduced its new PPQ, a 12 + 1 .45 ACP, at SHOT SHOW 2016, in Las Vegas. In my opinion, this gem of a shooter is the Patek Philippe of polymer .45 ACP pistols. The company’s newest PPQ … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW: STREAMLIGHT SUPER SIEGE
This light has more tricks than Houdini and they are all good. Rechargeable 1,100 lumen scene lamp, storage compartments, 360 degree illumination, serves as a storage battery that you can use to charge your phone, etc. etc. With camping season … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Kestrel Sportsman Weather Meter AND Kestrel Link Ballistic App
We’re putting the wraps on what I think you’ll find an interesting read, our upcoming review of Kestrel’s Sportsman weather meter with Applied Ballistics software and the Kestrel Link Ballistics App. The combined technology is setting new standards for developing … Continue reading
SNEAK PREVIEW CRKT’s CLEVER GIRL
We have another great review coming your way, which we’re shure will appeal to the edged weapon aficionado that is into ruthless efficiency. I won’t spoil the story for you but this is a design coming straight out of Fort … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight TLR-1 HL 800 Lumens
We’ve got another review coming your way where we present a product that has been universally accepted as a professional standard, Streamlight’s TLR-1. The new, 2016, release of the venerable weapon mounted light is not just on steroids, at 800 … Continue reading
THE SPYDER STRIKES AGAIN! SPYDERCO PARA MILITARY 2 A SNEAK PREVIEW
Spyderco, enjoys a global reputation for some of the best folding and fixed blade knives on the market. In 2016, they introduce its new and measurably enhanced Para Military 2 with an SV110 steel blade that is sure to be … Continue reading
Upcoming Reviews Kicking Off 2016
We’ll be kicking off 2016 with two reviews that we’re sure will be on interest to you. We’ll lead with Our SilencerCO ASR Muzzle Brake (5/8 x 24) where we’ll talk installation, function and fit and finish. We’ll be following … Continue reading
UPCOMING REVIEW: MAGPUL PMAG 30 AK/AKM GEN M3 7.62×39
Magpul Industries has delivered on the promise to produce a steel reinforced version of their all polymer PMAG® 30 AK/AKM MOE®. The PMAG® 30 AK/AKM GEN M3™ is here and now in the distribution channel. We’re currently working on a … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight ProTac HL USB
If you’re a copper, a flatfoot, a gumshoe, a shamus or any one else who needs or wants an absolutely DYNOMITE high output handheld flashlight, then be sure to catch my upcoming review of Streamlight’s 850 lumen rechargeable ProTac HL … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Glock 43
In July, we had the pleasure of reviewing Streamlight’s latest addition to their TLR line, the TLR-6. In conjunction with that review we were also able to arrange for a test drive of Glock’s newest subcompact 9mm, the Glock 43; … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Streamlight EPU 5200
For 2015, Streamlight added several USB rechargeable flashlights to their product line, so it makes sense for the company to also introduce a rechargeable power pack. On the surface there’s not much that a scribe can say about a power … Continue reading
Streamlight TLR-6 Sneak Preview
Glock-42 and Glock-43 owners now have a few credible options for a light / laser accessory package. At the top of that short list is Streamlight’s TLR-6, the latest addition to the company’s TLR weapon mounted line of professional … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Spyderco’s Reverse
From the winner of two awards at Blade Show 2015, Atlanta, can you say Spyderco Reverse? Well we sure can and we’re going to tell you all about this very cool and ingenious fixed blade from one of the … Continue reading
Sneak Preview CRKT ARGUS Folder
Prolific designer Matthew Lerch and Columbia River Knife and Tool team up to create an assisted open EDC folder with a gorgeous blade profile. We’ll tell you all about ARGUS in our upcoming review. Coming soon…
Sneak Preview: Streamlight TLR-2 HL G
Streamlight’s TLR-2 HL G is possibly one of the best values in a high performance, high output, weapon mounted light. Users will have 720 lumens of concentrated white light at their disposal and a laser aiming module that dispenses … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: The Illusive MOE SL Buttstock Commercial Spec
Coming later in the month is our review of Magpul’s MOE SL buttstock along with our matrix to successfully interpret Magpul’s product availability information. There’s been a number of reviews on its Mil-Spec counterpart, so we want to take a … Continue reading
Looking Ahead…
We’ve had a pretty busy Spring this year with a number of events that will generate articles throughout the summer months. We are also working on some edged weapon reviews from a number of manufacturers, and if you like … Continue reading
STREAMLIGHT PROTAC 1AAA TACTICAL PENLIGHT
If you’ve read our SHOT SHOW 2015 coverage of Streamlight’s new product offerings you already know the company introduced a AAA powered PROTAC tactical penlight, and those of you that didn’t, now know. I have a small request of my … Continue reading
PHOTOS FROM OUR UPCOMING REVIEW OF THE BURRIS XTR II 2-10 x 42 OPTIC
We’ve been working on our Burris XTR II review and thought readers might like to see a couple of photos. This XTR II is impressive and I’ll leave it at that until the review is out.
BURRIS XTR-II 2-10 x 42 FFP G2B RETICLE SNEAK PREVIEW
When Burris upgraded their XTR line of optics they held nothing back. The new XTR II optics from Burris feature 34mm tubes, zero lock, first focal plane reticles, side focus and illumination. A good magnified optic became a world class … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Bushnell AR Optics 1-4x 24mm Throw Down PCL FFP Illuminated BTR Reticle
This December, I’ll be bringing you a comprehensive review of Bushnell’s AR Optics 1-4x 24mm Throw Down PCL FFP Illuminated Reticle. I wanted to close out the year with at least one review of a mid priced magnified optic for … Continue reading
American Sniper Official Trailer–Directed By Clint Eastwood
This is the story of U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle one of the most effective U.S. snipers to operate in the Iraqi theater. Upon his return to civilian life in 2009 he dedicated his time to helping returning veterans suffering … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: ATN’s Shot Trak HD Gun Camera
ATN’s gun camera is unique in the marketplace in that it’s the first digital action camera designed, from the ground up, to be a gun camera. It mounts on any available Picatinny rail space and can be readily switched from … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: S4 Gear ZOOM SVS Smartphone Digiscoping Mount
You can never get enough ISR in today’s battlespace. Large portions of military budgets are expended to improve ISR. The commercial space has not gone unnoticed by hardware and software developers and as a result consumers can develop their own … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Bushnell AR TRS-25
With the cost of an Aimpoint T-1 at nearly $700, it doesn’t hurt to look at possible substitutes that don’t give up much in the way of function or durability. This month, I’ll be presenting a couple of options from … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: First-Light USA TORQ-NV
Coming up this August, I’ll be taking you through First-Light USA’s TORQ-NV, multifaceted and multitalented personal light. In the development process, First Light USA has managed to add an articulating head, more functions, higher luminosity and simplification of access … Continue reading
Upcoming Review: CSE Gear Low Profile Plate Carrier Kit
CSE Gear is marketing a Low Profile Plate Carrier Kit that consists of a very nice slick with the super light-weight DKX IIIA plates. The Kit is, by a significant margin, the lightest IIIA ballistic protection I’ve used, and I … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Spyderco’s Serrata
We’ll be moving into July with a review of Spyderco’s Serrata. Quality and feel are impressive, but this Stuart Ackerman design has a rather interesting metallurgy that we’ll introduce in our upcoming review… So, stay with us.
Sneak Peek At My Upcoming Review Of LDI’s MK3 Battle Light
I was out last night checking out LDI’s MK3 Battle Light. Even in LO-IR the illumination was quite impressive. The Mk3 has an very nice wide beam that does a great job in and outdoors. I wanted to include vegetation … Continue reading
Coming Your Way This June
We had an opportunity to test drive the Laser Devices Inc. MK3 Battle Light so we’ll have a review of this very impressive addition to LDI’s product line. We’re also working on an AR upper build using the new OTIS … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: LaserLyte FSL-4
What do you do when you have less than one inch of rail space but still need the competitive advantages of a laser aiming device? That’s a question that I’ll be answering with the last of my laser sight reviews … Continue reading
Upcoming Gear Reviews: Lasers
April is laser month here at the shop and we’ll be reviewing a number of weapon mounted lasers for your reading enjoyment. There is some great technology available, and the great news is that prices are coming down for both … Continue reading
Karrimor SF Series Sabre 45
I’ll be kicking off February 2014 with a review of the Sabre 45; one of the offerings in Karrimor’s SF (Special Forces) lines. An exceptional pack with quite a few features. In fact, there’s so much to like about this … Continue reading
Streamlight’s ProTac HL Headlamp–Upcoming Review
The Holidays are, as they say, upon us and it’s time to slowdown a bit to enjoy the Season’s festivities with friends and those you love. We wish all of our readers Happy Holidays. May they be filled with joy … Continue reading
LaserLyte’s Plinking Cans There’s No Excuse For Not Training
Repetition is the mother of learning, and training is essential for skill development and maintenance. Current market conditions make live fire training costly so people have had to cut back. Regrettably, this condition may persist into the foreseeable future, but … Continue reading
Mil Spec Monkey’s Adapt Pack–Sneak Peek
Later this month, I’ll be bringing you a review of MSM’s Adapt Pack, a collaboration between the Tactical Tailor and Mil Spec Monkey. I took it out for a test ride and was very much impressed by it. Form and … Continue reading
OTIS Technology Ripcord
The folks at OTIS Technology were kind enough to send us a sample of their RIPCORD™ one pass cleaning system, which we’re going to review for you in October. I am stoked about it because it is the essence of … Continue reading
Revision’s Bullet Ant With OCCUMAX PLUS–Upcoming Review
Just about a month ago, Revision Military announced its OCCUMAX® Plus technology, which gives the term anti-fogging some real teeth. We are fortunate enough to have an opportunity to review that technology for our readers on, one of my favorites, … Continue reading
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