Pistol Red Dot Footprints Explained (2026 Guide) January 20, 2026 If you’re mounting a micro red dot to a handgun, pistol red dot footprints determine whether the optic fits your slide or plate. This 2026 guide demystifies the major patterns (RMR, RMSc/Shield, Holosun “K,” Docter/Noblex, DeltaPoint Pro, and ACRO), how plate systems and direct-mill slides […]
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Single-Shot Pistols in 2026: What They’re Good for (and What They Aren’t) January 19, 2026 Single-shot pistols are exactly what they sound like: one round at a time, manually reloaded. In 2026, they’re still a niche—but a useful one—if you want ultra-simple operation, compact storage, or a specialized “tool” gun for the field. If you
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Taurus TX9 — New for 2026 January 15, 2026 The Taurus TX9 is a new, optics-ready 9mm pistol family built around a modular, serialized chassis and offered in full-size, compact, and subcompact trim. It’s aimed at buyers who want duty-grade features without a premium price tag—and it plays nicely with modern red-dot carry. On January
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New Federal Subsonic Ammo Line Announced for 2026 January 13, 2026 On January 7, 2026, Federal Ammunition announced a new Federal Subsonic rifle line designed for suppressed shooting, alongside a broad slate of 2026 cartridge updates. The Subsonic family focuses on reduced report with reliable, low-velocity expansion—a combo that’s especially attractive for hunters and shooters
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Straight-Pull Rifles in 2026: Speed, Safety, and Who They’re Really For January 12, 2026 Straight-pull rifles let you cycle the action in one linear motion instead of lift–pull–push–down like a traditional bolt gun. For hunters and practical shooters who value fast follow-up shots without going semi-auto, 2026 offers more viable choices than ever—led by Savage’s
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Ruger 10/22 Gets 2026 Updates: BX-Trigger, Easier Field Care, and More January 9, 2026 On December 17, 2025, Ruger announced 2026 updates to the 10/22—the classic rimfire now shipping with a factory BX-Trigger, a cleaner bolt-release design, and a rear cleaning port on the receiver. The changes target the most common owner upgrades and maintenance
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Single-Shot Rifles in 2026: The Simple, Lightweight Hunting Tool Making a Quiet Comeback January 8, 2026 Single-shot rifles are still the best “less is more” option for hunters and practical shooters who want light weight, clean handling, and mechanical simplicity. Pick the right action style (usually break-action), match the caliber to your realistic distances, and
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GLOCK Gen6 Pistols Launch on January 20, 2026 January 6, 2026 GLOCK Gen6 pistols hit the U.S. market on January 20, 2026. The focus is simple: better grip feel, a cleaner trigger press, and an easier path to mounting a micro red dot for carry or duty. As of January 6, 2026, the launch is
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Left-Handed Bolt-Action Rifles: A 2026 Buyer’s Deep Dive for Southpaws January 5, 2026 Left-handed bolt-action rifles aren’t “niche” anymore—there are more solid options than ever, but the best choice depends on how you hunt (or shoot), how you mount optics, and whether you prioritize weight, recoil control, or long-term parts support. As of now, the
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Shotgun Choke Tubes Explained: Constriction, Patterning, and What to Buy January 2, 2026 Shotgun choke tubes are the easiest way to tune your pattern for clays, upland birds, turkey, and general field use. Pick the lightest constriction that still gives you reliable hits at your realistic distance—then confirm it by patterning your actual load in
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