The Mini-14 On Duty

While the AR-15 dominates the rifle market for both police and civilian forces, there was a time when the Mini-14 was a worthy challenger. There was a time when the Mini-14 provided a budget alternative to the few companies producing AR-15s. The Mini-14 might lag behind these days, but it was a r...

By Travis Pike •

The Soviet AK-74 Inspiration

The U.S. Small Caliber High Velocity concept started in 1950 with a study, then evolved into testing and evaluation. By the late 1950s, they discussed a .22 caliber rifle with respectable accuracy at 300 yards. The Army Infantry Board brought Armalite’s Eugene Stoner, designer of the AR-10,...

By Lynndon Schooler •

Wheelgun Wednesday: Building A Better Python? Enter The Sidewinder!

Custom & Collectible Firearms isn’t in the business of making their own firearms—they take other manufacturers’ designs and embellish and otherwise improve them. In this case, they’ve gotten their hands on a Colt Python and given it a makeover.

By Zac K •

Falco Holsters for the Ruger LCP: Two Ways to Carry

Finding the right holster isn't always straightforward, especially for someone new to concealed carry. We tested two Falco Holsters models with a Ruger LCP: the A913 Kydex pocket holster and AM02 leather IWB/OWB holster. Here's how they performed in everyday use. The post Falco Holsters for the R...

By Tim Stetzer •
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