PSA Dagger – Building a G19 Clone

The Dagger 9 frame from Palmetto State Armory

I remember reading about the Dagger 9 from Palmetto State Armory sometime in early 2020. This was going to be their $299 pistol that was compatible with all Gen 3 Glock 19 parts. As the owner of a Ruger PC Carbine set up to take Glock magazines, this intrigued me. An inexpensive pistol that used … Read more

TandemKross Announces it’s time to get Kraken!

The original TandemKross Kraken, using user-supplied parts

In my not-too-humble opinion, the Kraken lower from TandemKross is one of the best things to happen to the Ruger Mark IV 22/45.  It’s a completely redesigned, stripped aluminum lower, ready to take OEM or aftermarket parts. Obviously, the idea behind it is to assemble it using really great aftermarket parts. There was just one … Read more

Red Dot Adapter Mounts from Outer Impact

Outer Impact Red Dot Adapter (M.R.A.) for Ruger Mark series pistols on my TandemKross Kraken

When it comes to optic mounts, Outer Impact has you covered. Although they make several products, including sights, it’s their M.R.A. (Modular Red Dot Adapter) that I was most interested in. I recently purchased a Vortex Razor, and realized the included mount on a factory rail was just way too high for pistol use. So … Read more

Mantis X10 Elite Shooting Performance System

Mantis X10 Elite Shooting Performance System

With ammo availability and pricing being what it is lately, I didn’t hesitate when Mantis offered a chance to review their X10 Elite Shooting Performance System. This $249.99 system promises to help shooters master critical fundamental skills and improve accuracy. Two years ago, I would have suggested spending that money on ammo and maybe some … Read more