Optics

Review: Nightforce B.E.A.S.T. 5-25×56

May 8, 2017 Bill Marr 0

Nightforce B.E.A.S.T. 5-25×56 Review The needs of the various shooting disciplines differ greatly.  Whereas the fixed distance competition shooter may be fine with higher magnification and precise .125 MOA adjustments, the military/law enforcement/tactical shooter is […]

Optics

MRAD or MOA scopes? Target size matters.

May 1, 2017 Bill Marr 0

A guide to MIL (MRAD) and MOA scopes.  Which one is right for me? An understanding of optical adjustments is essential for the precision shooter.  Without a firm grasp on how they work, precision shooting can […]

Optics

Review: Nightforce Competition 15-55×52

April 19, 2017 Bill Marr 0

Review: Nightforce Competition 15-55×52 I’ve tended to shy away from reviewing optics on this site.  In part, this was a conscious decision based on on a lack of quantifiable measurements associated with optic reviews.  While […]

Precision Rifles

Remington Model 700 MAGPUL review

February 6, 2017 Bill Marr 0

Remington Model 700 MAGPUL Review Perhaps the most frustrating part of being a shooter is the glacial pace of change in the shooting industry.  Big changes seldom occur and when they do, they come slowly. […]

Howa 1500

HOWA Chassis Rifle (HCR) review

February 6, 2017 Bill Marr 0

HOWA HCR REVIEW Howa is a Japanese company that specializes in machinery and civilian arms. You might recognize their work in the Weatherby Vanguard line which they manufacture.  In addition to the Vanguard, they’ve also […]