Springfield Armory recently released the Echelon handgun. It’s gotten some rave reviews, and admittedly, it’s become pretty popular. The Echelon seems to be riding high, and it will likely replace the XD series of handguns sooner than later. Both the XD series and Echelon are Croatian-made weapons made by HS Produkt. With that said,...
Standard Gun Sights vs. Red Dot Optics: A Comparative Analysis
The debate between traditional standard gun sights and modern optics, such as red dots, is a constant source of contention in the world of firearms. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, catering to different shooting preferences, scenarios, and skill levels. To determine which is better, one must weigh the pros and cons of each...
Must-Have Concealed Carry Holsters
Finding the right holster system that works best for you is vital to carrying a firearm successfully. Over the last couple of years, I have invested in a variety of holsters to see if they’re right for me. Some work great, some not so much. CrossBreed Holsters provides some of the best holster options....
Meeting and Shooting with Jack Carr: Lessons Learned
I had the absolute honor of meeting and getting to shoot at the range in Park City, UT, with George Petersen, aka Jack Carr. For the sake of this article, I’ll refer to him as Jack. Jack is a Retired Navy Seal and a #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Terminal List...
The Steiner MPS – Duty Ready Red Dot
Steiner is a German optics company well known for their extremely clear glass and their magnified optics. They’ve dabbled in red dots but have only recently thrown their entire back into the market. The Steiner MPS, or Micro Pistol Sight, is a mini red dot aimed at defensive and duty handguns. Steiner delivers an...
The Seecamp LWS Series – As Small As It Gets
Ludwig Wilhelm Seecamp, aka Louis Seecamp, was an interesting guy. He immigrated from Germany after the war. In Germany, he had trained as a gunsmith, and when he landed in 1959, he first worked as a gun designer for Mossberg. He then opened up a shop and produced customized M1911s that used a double-action...
