Monthly Picks

Mec Reloaders

I've reloaded on Mec reloaders my whole life. From starting on a single stage (Sizemaster) press when I was 6 years old helping my dad load ammo for his use to loading on hydraulic (9000HN) presses now, I've got 25 years-experience with Mec and have nothing but good things to say about them. They make quality products but if you ever need new parts, they are easy to find and typically available. Their customer service department knows the machines and will gladly help. I run about ~20,000 shells through my Mec a year with no end in sight. There is a Mec out there that will be a workhorse for you too!

Beretta A400s

I bought my first Beretta A400 (Xtreme) in 2016. Relatively new to the market at the time, this gun had a lot going for it but longevity was yet to be determined. That particular gun has been hunted with every weekend of hunting season for 7 years since then with no functionality issues. It has been mounted and shot so many times in those 7 years that I wore the buttpad off it and had to replace it last year and the rubber in the kickoff system is starting to fade away as well. It still runs like the day I got it. I have since bought 3 Xplor action A400s. I have been on the podium at a variety of major tournaments with my 12 gauge Beretta A400 Xplor. Beretta A400s were made to perform wherever you use them.

Cheddite Primers

I used to be skeptical about Cheddite primers. I grew up reloading Winchester primers, and reloaded Winchester primers 1998 – 2020. Then came the Covid-19 Pandemic. The only primers available were Cheddite I had two choices, switch to Cheddite or stop shooting. I've been shooting Cheddite for 3 years now and have experienced 0 issues. I have found some Winchesters again now but I don't plan on switching back. The cost savings of Cheddite while also having the same performance makes me feel like a World Champion all over again.

Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter

As a guy that loves to build custom AR's to use for hunting, this is a must have. I was drawn to these first when building an AR pistol to make it even more compact. What I've learned is that they are actually more useful to me on a full size rifle so that I can fold the stock and carry in a backpack or discreet carrying case. You can now buy the ARIC to go with it and actually shoot it while folded for bonus cool factor!

NoizeBarrier Micro Ear Plugs

Growing up shooting a lot of trap it was always a struggle for me to find electronic ear protection that both worked and were comfortable to wear. This set was immediately a game changer. They are super high quality, keep a great battery charge for long days at the range or in the field and don't make my ears or head hurt after wearing them for long periods of time.

Hellfire Muzzle Brake

The Hellfire brake has quickly become my go-to setup for nearly all my rifle builds. It is super easy to install and no more guessing where the ports will end up once tightened down! It is amazing how much felt recoil is taken away when these are installed. Makes shooting those big calibers that much more enjoyable. Even better, I use their universal adapters on all my rifles so I can swap brakes and suppressor adapters quickly and easily.

Colt 6" Anaconda Stainless Revolver

A superbly crafted revolver that upholds the Colt name, it surpasses the original Anaconda in my opinion. This exceptional hunting gun not only possesses exquisite aesthetics but also delivers pinpoint target accuracy.

Hornady ELD Match

This match-quality ammunition, recognized for its exceptional accuracy and unwavering consistency, making it an optimal choice for precision shooting, particularly in long-range scenarios where its performance truly shines.

VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm

The VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm is a highly versatile scope with crystal clear optics, designed to withstand rough use effortlessly. Its quarter MOA clicks contribute to a precise zero, making it an excellent choice for various shooting scenarios.

Brownells Acraglas Gel Shop Bedding Kit

As a hobby gunsmith/gun builder the Brownells ACRAGLAS GEL bedding kit is a must for those shooters that want to maximize their firearms potential! This kit is super easy to use, comes with easy-to-understand instructions, and allows you to bed multiple firearms. If your firearm isn't bedded with the Brownells ACRAGLAS GEL bedding kit are you even trying to beat your competition??

Tango6 5-30x56mm Rifle Scope

When Sig Sauer got into the optics market and introduced this scope, I had to my hands on one and boy did they make an amazing product. The glass clarity is phenomenal, the DEV-L MRAD reticle is a great reticle for ranging long distance targets and making precision shots without using the turrets, and the level plex system is like the cherry on top, the ability to be able to know exactly that your rifle isn't canted without having to take your eyes off the target, to look at a not so accurate bubble level, might be the difference between hitting your target or missing at long ranges. This scope is a perfect choice for long range shooters and hunters alike!

Redding T-7 Turret Press

The Redding T-7 Turret press is my go-to for reloading the many different cartridges I reload! When I screw in my dies and set them where I get the most accuracy out of my rifles, I don't want to have to worry about resetting my dies every time, like you do with a normal single-stage press. Lastly, this press is one of the beefiest and most well-made presses out there. When I go down to my reloading room and pump out reloaded ammo, I know that this reloading press is not going to break and will continue to produce repeatable, accurate ammo time and time again!

Magna-Tip 44 Bit Professional Screwdriver Set

This is the first screw driver set I purchased when starting my gunsmithing career years ago, it's also the last screwdriver set I purchased. This is a must have tool for any gunsmith or firearm enthusiast, I'll admit, the machined bits are a bit pricier than the cheaper MIM'd bits on the market, but they won't break under pressure, ruining your firearm. Being able to purchase upgrade kits and individual replacement bits is a huge plus!

Forward Controls LSFA Forward Assist

I love it when such a seemingly inconsequential components is made better through ingenuity, this forward assist reduces surface area at snag points and places it closer to the firearm body, making the forward assist still easy to engage when needed. It's great that FCD makes these in serrated and dimpled versions, but I'm choosing the dimpled every time, because dimples are cuter.

AlumaHyde II

AlumaHyde II is THE most durable air cured finish you can get in a rattle can! It's easy to apply and goes on super thin, perfect for any firearm. I have personally been using this stuff since my early days as a gunsmith and have painted countless firearms for customers, not to mention a handful of my own! This is a great way to customize your firearm and make it your own, purchase one and paint your whole firearm one color or purchase all of them and go crazy!

Sig Sauer, Inc. P365-XL Comp Rose

I love the feel of the Sig P365XL. I love that they came out with a "women's" version that isn't a pastel color. Lena Miculek came out with an entire program, which is included in your purchase. Everything she included in her collab with Sig is what you need to become a comfortable handgun shooter. Things moms/ women think about - training, a safe to keep it in, and so much more.

Graco Standard Adjustable Butt Plates

As a mother or a female shooter, the fit of a shotgun is always changing with our bodies. Women have a harder time getting a perfect fit on a shotgun due to our body composition, and the Graco adjustable butt plate made my shotgun so customized to my body and fit, aiding in accuracy and higher scores on a consistent level. Adjustability has changed the game for me.

Ruger 10/22® Standard Carbine

My favorite plinker. Cheap to shoot, fun to customize, and the easiest to teach new shooters with. Build your own, or change out sights, stocks, chassis, or put a fun optic on it - the options are endless—a great intro gun, but also a favorite long-term pick from the safe for some fun shooting.

Cinch-LR Polymer Binocular Adapter

My tripod has dual purpose as something that holds my observation optics and as a shooting platform. I've tried other Binocular mounts and none of them are as streamlined and dead simple as the Really Right Stuff Cinch-LR. All my binoculars and especially my laser rangefinding binoculars sport a Cinch-LR.

MDT CKYE POD GEN2

I think I own about 70% of the bipods that exist on the market and the one I keep coming back to is the Ckye Pod. For the shooting I do you just can't beat it's adjustability and stability. Adjustments are easy to make, I can always find the height I need it to be, and after at least 3 years of hard use, it still works as well as the day I bought it.

SPUHR Mounts

I have 100% confidence in my SPUHR mounts. The design is a low profile and blocks little view of my turrets. I also love the attachment system. My main competition rig has SPUHR mounts holding a Kahles riflescope and an MDT Send It level and this setup has been rock solid since day one. I've had this setup for about 2 years now and it has never shifted zero.

Magpul Suppressor Cover

If you have a rifle suppressor, plan to fire more than a couple of rounds, and are moving positions or going downrange after, a suppressor cover is nice to have. A blazing hot suppressor contacting your gear, clothes, or your skin, is not something I'd recommend.

Vortex Optics Solo RT 8x36mm Monocular

A Vortex Optics Solo RT 8x36mm Monocular is handy to keep in the truck and comes in especially handy at the range or in the field. I find it especially handy when zeroing red dot or iron sight equipped rifles at 25 or 50 yards/meters, as its much easier to throw in a backpack than a spotting scope, and the built-in ranging capabilities of the reticle is a nice backup to a laser rangefinder.

Brownells Magna-Tip Adjustable Torque Wrench

A tool that always goes from the bench to the range, this Adjustable Torque Wrench is used on any screws requiring a definitive torque value. Each Wrench is tested at the factory, all the way from 15 in/lb up to 70 in/lb, so I have the utmost confidence in this Wrench applying the correct values, especially to optic mount screws. A great combo with Magna-Tip Bits.

Remington 870 Express Tactical 18-1/2" Barrel 12 Gauge

Arguably the most reliable, multipurpose, and customizable shotgun you can own. It can be formatted easily for home defense, hunting, or leisure! If you could only own one firearm, this should be your pick.

Wheeler Engineering Armorers Handgun Sight Tool

This is a great pick for gunsmiths that doe a lot of sight changes on a multitude of handgun models because it can fit to most handgun slides without the need for additional mounting plates.

Oxpho-Blue® Creme

Have some holster wear? A little too aggressive with some light rust removal? A little scratch where you were pushing a sight or turning a screw? This is the product for you! The best and easiest way to touch up bluing, this is a staple in any gunsmith's shop.