Category Archives: Gun Review

Gun Review: Beretta M9/92A Take Two

[Ed: the following review originated as a comment from SFC Jose A. Garcia about our Beretta 92A1 review] I am a fan of the M9. I am also a senior NCO and leader of a marksmanship training team in the … Continue reading

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Gun Review: Magnum Research IWI Desert Eagle Mark XIX .50AE

If you’re looking to snag a Desert Eagle for your firearms collection, there are a couple of things you need to know. You’re going to need a bigger handgun safe; the Desert Eagle isn’t just a large pistol, it’s a … Continue reading

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Gun Review: Smith & Wesson Model 640 Pro Series Pt 2

When I first reviewed the Smith & Wesson Model 640 Pro Series, I berated the trigger. Like most S&W revolver triggers, the go-pedal was as smooth as a baby’s backside. However, it was heavier than reading Heidegger. In the original … Continue reading

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Walther PPQ Review: Is faliaphotography the New Nutnfancy?

Just don’t say ANYTHING about her breasts. The last time I pointed out that Ms. Falia was a babe capitalizing on her babe-osity I got into a comment war with the gun gal that left me bruised and battered. On second … Continue reading

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Classic Gun Review: Marlin Model 39

The Marlin Model 39 claims to be the oldest continually-produced cartridge rifle in history.  Its parent design was born during the unexceptional presidency of Benjamin Harrison, whose bust never even made it onto the Mount Rushmore Commemorative Paperweight.  Unlike that … Continue reading

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Gun Review: SCAR 17S (Semi-Auto Civilian SCAR-H)

The United States hasn’t fielded a true .30 caliber battle rifle since Vietnam when the M-14 was replaced. And for good reason. A “full size” rifle cartridge like the 7.62 NATO has a lot of muzzle energy and consequently a … Continue reading

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Gun Review: Remington XCR Tactical Long Range (.308)

I have to admit that I’ve had a beef with Remington lately. After being totally disappointed with an 887 Nitro Mag, seeing numerous QC issues with Model 700 rifles –including an problem a fellow TTAG writer had – having an … Continue reading

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