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A Piece of Americana: Frank Sinatra’s Engraved Smith & Wesson Revolver

In the world of firearms collectibles, few items carry as much cultural weight, or style, as the absolutely stunning presentation revolver once gifted to “Ol’ Blue Eyes” himself, Frank Sinatra....

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Thunder Ranch: A Monument to Ideas

If you spend enough time around serious shooters, two truths emerge. First, a proper education for a new shooter is priceless. Second, continued education for a seasoned shooter returns dividends...

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Ruger American Gen II Ranch .300BLK – Tested

I was fortunate to be part of a select group to hunt with the Ruger American Generation II Standard back in October 2023. We used the American Standard G2 chambered...

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The Remington XP-100 – From the Interesting Gun Archives

While the gun world today is filled with interesting pieces with a spectrum of design features, some old guns stand out. One of the most unique and interesting guns of...

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Smith & Wesson TRR8: A Performance Center Wheelgun.

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The Model 327 TRR8 Is a Smith & Wesson Performance Center Gem

It’s been almost two decades since Smith & Wesson’s Performance Center unveiled the TRR8. Yet, every time I crack the case, I still feel that little jolt of surprise. Eight...

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Rediscovering the Lost History of Thumb Openers on Folding Knives

By Michael Janich • January 9, 2026

The 1873 Trapdoor Springfield -19th-Century Infantry Rifles on the Cheap

By Will Dabbs MD • November 29, 2025

Magpul EHG RG9 Grip – New for the RXM

By Fred Mastison • November 28, 2025

Flux Defense P365 VDW – Vehicle Defense Weapon

By Fred Mastison • November 27, 2025

Master Grade Scope Mounting & Bore Sighting Kit – From Real Avid

By Fred Mastison • November 27, 2025

The Texas Typewriter – From Black Collar Arms

By Fred Mastison • November 26, 2025

Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX — Ultimate 12 GA Home Defender

By Tim Stetzer • November 26, 2025

Otis Suppressor Cleaning Kit

By Fred Mastison • November 25, 2025

Hotel Safety: Staying Safe in Your Home Away from Home.

Lock It Down: Establishing Safety Measures During Your Hotel Stay

By Michael D'Angona • November 25, 2025

8 Must-Have Breaching Tools for Forced Entry

By Michael D'Angona • November 24, 2025

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The Ultimate Rifle Rig -Wilson Combat NULA & Meprolight MPVO

By • January 14, 2026

Saltwater Fishing Gear — End of Season Care for Winter Storage

By • January 13, 2026

Sightron SV 8×42 ED Binoculars

By • January 12, 2026

Surf & Turf Gear: Tools to Help Hunters and Anglers Fill the Freezer

By • January 9, 2026

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Taming the Frozen Wild: Cold-Weather Long Blades

By • January 15, 2026

Shooting 101: Understanding Shotshells Made Easy

By • January 15, 2026

Burn, Baby, Burn – Fire Ignition Options for the Survival Kit

By • January 14, 2026

The Tactical Violin Load: Speed vs. Convention

By • January 14, 2026

Skillset Magazine

Drones are now being disguised as animals like bird drones and bees!

Death From Above: The Bird Drone

By Skillset Staff • January 14, 2026

Beyond Tradition: Practical Resolutions for a Safer New Year

By Hillary Romig • January 12, 2026

Testing the Coalcracker Bushcraft Field Fix Survival Kit

By Reuben Bolieu • January 11, 2026

10 Ways To Absolutely Ruin A Good Alibi

By Skillset Staff • January 10, 2026

Videos

Walk The Talk America: The Bridge Our Community Has Needed All Along

By Ballistic Staff • November 17, 2025

Rossi Brawler .300 Blackout: Suppressed Thermal Hunting.

The Rossi Brawler: Hunting with the Single-Shot Whisper Pistol in .300 Blackout

By Kenzie Fitzpatrick • November 15, 2025

The wuben x1 pro makes a great bike light.

SKILLSET Tests The Wuben X1 Pro Bike Light

By Mitch Eckler • November 13, 2025

Enter to Win The Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter .45-70!

By Sponsored Content • November 7, 2025

Enter to Win The IWI Zion-15 SPR!

By Sponsored Content • October 3, 2025

Table Pick-Up Drill: Practicing for Imperfect Defensive Scenarios.

Ammo Saver: Leaving Your Comfort Zone with the Table Pick-Up Drill

By Mitch Eckler • September 12, 2025

Enter to Win The Mossberg 590R Rotary Safety Shotgun!

By Sponsored Content • September 5, 2025

S&W Spec Series V: The Compensated Competitive Edge.

Smith & Wesson’s Compensated & Race Ready 9mm Pistol

By Kenzie Fitzpatrick • August 30, 2025

Why Buying Suppressors Appeal To Me Now

By Steve Felgenhauer • November 23, 2025

How To Setup A Defensive Shotgun

By Mitch Eckler • November 23, 2025

Mantis Launches TitanX Training Pistol

By Combat Handguns • November 23, 2025

The benefits of dry fire training can not be overstated. While we need range time to confirm the success of our work, practicing with a training pistol has numerous benefits....

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The Benelli M4 EXT – Enhanced Versatility

By Tactical Life Staff • November 22, 2025

The Benelli M4 is one of the most iconic fighting shotguns ever to grace the earth. Its reliable operation and durable construction have enabled it to operate in everything from...

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Wilson Combat D77 Project 1 Torture Test: Hard Pistol, Hard Test.

Torture Test: Beating the Wilson Combat D77 Project 1 Like It Owed Us Money

By Dave Bahde • November 22, 2025

Wilson Combat’s D77 Project 1 pistol has been around a bit and has seen some testing. However, most have been your typical low-round-count variety. It is very hard to get...

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Ruger’s RXM Threaded Barrel Version Reviewed

By Todd Burgreen • November 22, 2025

WL15 – High-Performance Weapon Light

By Fred Mastison • November 21, 2025