The .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire is the most capable rimfire cartridge in common production. A 40 grain bullet leaves the muzzle at around 1,875 feet per second. At 100 yards it has dropped roughly 3 inches from a 50-yard zero, and at 150 yards that drop is approaching 9 inches. The practical effective range on … Read more
The 1-4x scope sits at a specific crossroads in the optics market. It gives the shooter a wide, fast image at 1x for close range work and enough magnification at 4x to make accurate shots at 200 to 250 yards. That combination makes it a strong choice for 3-gun competition, home defense rifles that occasionally … Read more
The .17 HMR is the flattest-shooting rimfire cartridge commercially available, and it changed what rimfire rifles could do at distance. A 17 grain polymer-tipped bullet exits at around 2,550 feet per second, giving the .17 HMR a trajectory that is measurably flatter than the .22 LR at all distances past 50 yards. At 150 yards … Read more
Illuminated reticle scopes have revolutionized low-light shooting, transforming challenging dawn and dusk hunting scenarios into opportunities for precise shot placement. These advanced optical systems combine traditional magnification with battery-powered reticle illumination, ensuring your crosshairs remain visible against any background regardless of lighting conditions. Whether you’re pursuing nocturnal game during legal shooting hours, engaging in competitive … Read more
The Kel-Tec RFB (Rifle, Forward-ejecting Bullpup) represents one of the most innovative rifle designs to emerge from American manufacturing, combining the power of the .308 Winchester cartridge with the compact dimensions that only a bullpup configuration can provide. This revolutionary rifle measures just 26 inches overall while maintaining an 18-inch barrel, giving you full-size rifle … Read more
The SKS rifle stands as one of the most recognizable and reliable battle rifles ever produced, earning its reputation through decades of service across numerous conflicts and becoming a favorite among American surplus rifle enthusiasts. Designed by Sergei Simonov in 1943 and adopted by the Soviet Union in 1945, the SKS (Samozaryadnaya Karabina sistemy Simonova) … Read more
The 30-30 Winchester lever action rifle represents over 130 years of proven hunting excellence, and choosing the right scope can transform this classic platform into a precision hunting machine. Born in 1894 with the Winchester Model 1894, the 30-30 cartridge has taken more whitetail deer than perhaps any other round in North America. The lever … Read more
The Savage Mark II represents exceptional value in the rimfire rifle market, delivering surprising accuracy and reliability at a price point that makes quality .22 LR shooting accessible to every enthusiast. This American-manufactured rifle combines Savage’s legendary accuracy heritage with cost-effective manufacturing to create a platform that can consistently deliver sub-2 MOA accuracy with quality … Read more
The Barrett 50 caliber rifle represents the pinnacle of long-range precision, capable of delivering devastating accuracy at distances that push the boundaries of what’s possible with small arms fire. Originally developed by Ronnie Barrett in his garage in 1982, the Barrett M82 revolutionized anti-materiel capabilities and became the backbone of military sniper operations worldwide. The … Read more
Finding the right scope for your AR-15 with a carry handle requires understanding both the heritage and practical considerations of this classic rifle configuration. The AR-15’s carry handle design dates back to Eugene Stoner’s original vision in the late 1950s, where the integrated rear sight and carrying handle served dual purposes on what would become … Read more