In the not so distant past, we took a first look of the Sig Sauer Romeo 7 red dot optic. We have had this scope mounted to a test rifle for a few range sessions and we felt our readers needed to hear a more complete evaluation of the Romeo 7. This full-sized red dot has many features we liked immensely and some features we grew to dislike. There is a lot of technology and … [Read more...]
Trijicon, one of the most recognized names in high-quality tactical optics, has fielded another winner in its 30mm diameter, 4-16×50 Accupower scope. Offering the highest magnification in the new a family of four variable power scopes (1-4×24, 2.5-10×56, 3-9×50 and 4-16×50) the subject model is for the precision marksman looking to get the highest accuracy and longest effective … [Read more...]
The market for red dot optics is getting more crowded by the week. This week we have a different brand of optic coming to us, one we don't hear a lot about, that's none other than Meopta. When I asked around and dropped the company's name most people think they are based out of China like NC Star or some other brand. The truth is that Meopta is based out of two main locations, … [Read more...]
Trijicon's Momentum Trijicon’s Accupower 1-8 power scope continues to enjoy incredible momentum. These scopes are hard to get your hands on. However, the scope appears worth the wait. 1-8 is a nearly do-everything configuration and test results in the field (from reputable sources) continue to come in singing the scope’s praise. The Magic in Good Decisions The magic is … [Read more...]
Sorely needing to upgrade the stock sights on my G17 frankengun, I got the warm and fuzzies during my install of XS Sights 24/7 Big Dot Xpress tritium sight set. Popping off the old plastic aiming nubs took just as long as getting these new beauties on. Early this week I finally had to chance to run a few hundred rounds past XS' sight set, here's how that went. I … [Read more...]
When you serve as a grunt in the military, you learn that Close Quarters Battle is the most demanding in terms of skill, speed, and intellect. Despite what the popular view is of grunts, if you don't have the ability to think on your feet and outsmart your enemy, you're dead. In CQB, you are in the enemy's personal space, which is where you, as a grunt, like to be. Being in a … [Read more...]
