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TGR tests the Eotech Gen II 3x magnifier

On January 12th, 2012, posted in: - Optics, - Tactical Rifles, Reviews by 0 Comment

We test the newest Eotech magnifier In additon to allowing for tighter groups as demonstrated in this video, the 3x magnifier aids at extending the range of an Eotech sight. Hitting an 18″ plate or IPSC target at 250 yards isn’t much effort with just the Eotech but as light fades or being able to..

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T-26 Tanker M1 Garand copy

On January 7th, 2012, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

I picked up a little sweetheart a day ago. I was in my usual Johnsons Sporting goods in Adrian MI and was just about to leave..I hadnt seen anything that caught my eye and was saying goodbye to my man Smiddy in there when I turned and saw her. A “tanker” model M1 Garand:) I’ve..

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Wilson Combat 5.56 Recon 16″ Review

On November 10th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

  Recently I aquired a Wilson Combat 16″ Recon upper to match the Wilson Combat lower I have been using with the 6.8 upper (also from Wilson Combat) It’s worth mentioning the lower has the TTU singlestage I am so impressed with (http://tacticalgunreview.com/?p=752) It is running a fluted 16″ stainless barrel with a 1 in..

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JP CTR-02 6.5 Grendel Review

On November 5th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

“Dangit… now I’ve got to add another cartridge to my ammunition stockpile!” My review of the JP 6.5 Grendel  By: GlockandRoll I didn’t know exactly what to expect with this cartridge, but hoped it would be a great alternative to the larger and heavier AR-10 platform; yet provide a more economical round with less recoil yet still formidable at long range...

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STI Sporting Rifle: AR15 Review

On August 18th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

Everyone is familiar with STI’s competition oriented handguns. They are a mainstay on the IPSC and 3 gun circuit. About a year ago they introduced an AR they dubbed their “sporting rifle”. There are 2 basic configurations, one more of a tactical model with a quad railed handguard and exposed gas block and one with..

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Remington LTR 308 Review

On August 18th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

This gun comes with a 20″ fluted heavy barrel in a 1 in 12 twist. The stock is from HS Precision. I first got my LTR a few years ago after shooting my buddies and hearing nothing but I liked the idea of the 20″ barrel as by all accounts you lose very, very little..

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AR15 Performance 6.8SPC 16″ Recon Review

On August 9th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

AR15 Performance 6.8SPC 16″ Recon I had Harrison at AR15 Performance build this upper with a 16″ lightweight polyaganol Lothar barrel, 1 in 11.25 twist and the DMR chamber. THe handguard is a Troy Extreme. This gun matched with my built lower, Rock River kit, Gieselle SSA trigger, ACE Skeleton stock and Trijicon TR24 makes..

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PRI Entry 18″ 5.56 Upper Review

On August 7th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

PRI has been a producer of high end AR parts, mounts, uppers, forearms, etc.. for 32 years. Most shooters that are into ARs undoubetbly are familiar with PRI’s carbon forearms. They are heavily used by compeition shooters and are standard issue on the US Military’s MK 12 SPR rifle. Reason being, they are light, built..

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Wilson Combat 6.8 Review

On August 7th, 2011, posted in: - Tactical Rifles by 0 Comment

I have been hunting with a 6.8 for the last few years and have grown to really like the round and the AR platform. I have killed quite a few hogs and whitetails with it and have yet to not have something either drop on the spot or drop with in sight. Everything I have..

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