Popularity and controversy frequently go hand in hand. Ruger’s popular 10/22 Takedown is no exception. As a stock rifle with iron sights, it’s a top seller, and hard to find right now. Few people are debating the utility of a…
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Ruger PC Charger Upgrades from TandemKross
by Brian •
Manufacturing a firearm like the Ruger PC Charger can be a tricky business. There’s a balance between making each part to the ideal spec, and making the firearm affordable. Which is why the aftermarket for firearms is so big. Brand…
PMACA Designated Marksman Rifle Build
by Brian •
As I dig through my parts bin, I realize that not every project I build has to be kept long term. It’s been fun to throw parts together, just to create something different. The goal isn’t for me to add…
Rimfire Madness- Let’s Stick Together, Not Stick it to Each Other
by Brian •
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that throughout the year, I go through a lot of ammo. During the warmer months, between testing and shooting with friends, it’s easy to burn through 1,000 rounds or more on a weekend. When…
One from the safe: Smith & Wesson Model 617 review
by Brian •
One of the best parts of growing up is being able to afford things that were out of reach when I was younger. My S&W Model 617 is one of those things. At 21, I owned a single inexpensive stainless…