You don’t generally associate the venerable .22 LR round with long range or precision bullet design but that’s exactly what Norma is promising with their new Xtreme LR-22 load. While it’s still a lead bullet it uses a special “rocket tail” design to improve aerodynamics that help it maintain velocities and remain stable at … Read more
We all know you shouldn’t rely on a .22LR for self defense when there are more effective options out there. But I bet we all know people who still do. Whether it’s because that’s the only gun they own, or because it’s what they’re comfortable shooting, or maybe it’s a backup gun like a North … Read more
Approximating the feel and manual of arms of the centerfire FN 509 series of handguns, FN’s 502 pistol is a fun, inexpensive-to-shoot .22 LR alternative that doubles as a great trainer. Available in black and FDE, the FN 502 Tactical is suppressor-ready and optics-ready right out of the box, and boasts 15-round capacity. Multiple optics … Read more
The Heritage Manufacturing Rough Rider series revolvers are some of my favorite guns. They are fun, cheap, and work immensely well for their low price point. I’ve watched the Rough Rider form the basis of the company, and that includes guns like the popular Rancher carbine. The Heritage Barkeep takes the Rough Rider in the … Read more
Rugged Suppressors is known for their durable, quiet, modular suppressors with the best warranty in the industry. The Oculus22 has been an industry leader for years and, with its all 17-4 stainless steel construction, is rated for heavy duty full-auto use on more than just rimfire cartridges. For users willing to stick to .22 LR, … Read more
https://youtu.be/bAFEJ6ODiXU With a carbon fiber external tube housing shielded aluminum baffles, the CGS Siren delivers on sound reduction, great looks, and insanely light weight. How light is insanely light? . . . Would you believe a scant 2.2 ounces? Whoa. CGS Group‘s Siren, now available at Silencer Shop, is a .22 LR suppressor that isn’t … Read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K–Zg89XKS0 ODIN Works, well-known Idaho manufacturer of every manner of AR part and accessory, entered the suppressor market in 2019 with two .30 cal cans and two 5.56 cans. At SHOT Show 2020 they released another pair of suppressors, this time both highly modular designs (first look HERE). The first to hit the market … Read more
Have you ever had a gun store give you a gun? As in, you walk in to buy some 9mm ammo and leave with a free gun (minus the $6 extortion fee to have them run a background check.) Until a few weeks ago, neither had I. I get along well with the owner of … Read more
Let’s see…we have the KRISS .22, the LCP 22, the CP33, the GLOCK G44. Something about 2020 has brought us back to the .22 LR. Maybe it’s the fact there are two twos in 2020 that has inspired the gun makers of the world to design more .22 LR products. I love the .22 LR … Read more
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