Athlon Ares ETR Gen2 UHD 4.5-30×56 Review

Athlon Ares ETR Gen2 UHD 4.5-30x56 mounted on a Bergara B-14 BMP rifle with bipod

If you’re looking at the Athlon Ares ETR Gen2 UHD 4.5-30×56, you’re probably trying to decide whether the step up in price translates into better performance at distance. In this case, that usually comes down to two things: more magnification and whether the glass can support it. This Athlon Ares ETR Gen2 UHD 4.5-30×56 review … Read more

TandemKross TKX22 Light Rifle Review: 3 lb 6 oz Rimfire

FDE TandemKross TKX22 Light Rifle resting on a bench with a suppressor attached at an outdoor range.

I already have a couple of rifles built with TandemKross’s lightweight barrel setup, so I knew what to expect from the TandemKross TKX22 Light Rifle. Even so, the first time I picked up their official 3 pound, 6 ounce version, I was reminded just how absurdly light these rifles feel. It’s not just lighter than … Read more

AXIL MX PRO Review Electronic Hearing Protection Tested

AXIL MX PRO Review Electronic Hearing Protection Controls

If you spend time on the range, running power tools, or working outdoors, protecting your hearing is essential. Good electronic shooting ear muffs allow you to block harmful noise while still hearing conversations and environmental sounds. The AXIL MX PRO electronic hearing protection does exactly that, combining strong noise reduction with electronic amplification and Bluetooth … Read more