When most people think of short-barreled AKs, guns like the Draco or the AKS-74u come to mind – not the KP-104.
Jim is one of the elite editors for AmmoLand.com, who in addition to his mastery of prose, can wield a camera with expert finesse. He loves anything and everything guns but holds firearms from the Cold War in a special place in his heart.
When he’s not reviewing guns or shooting for fun and competition, Jim can be found hiking and hunting with his wife Kimberly, and their dog Peanut in the South Carolina low country.
Taurus GX4XL 9mm EDC Pistol Review ~ VIDEO
GX4 XL is a striker-fired, locked-breach, tilting barrel, semi-automatic, magazine-fed pistol chambered in 9mm.
KelTec Sub-2000 Pistol Caliber Carbine Gun Review ~ VIDEO
Like many shooters, the first time I laid eyes on the KelTec Sub-2000 Pistol Caliber Carbine I wanted one. This folding rifle is seemingly the perfect bugout/camping gun.
Foxtrot Mike Mike-102 Rifle in .223 Wylde ~ AR/AK Hybrid Carbine 1,000-Round Test
When Foxtrot Mike announced their Foxtrot Mike Mike-102 carbine at SHOT Show 2023, it immediately caught my eye; I am a sucker for the odd & esoteric.
Beretta 80x Cheetah Pistol – A Classic Returns
When I first picked up the Beretta 80x Cheetah Pistol, I loved everything about the gun except the method of operation & the caliber…
FN SCAR 20s NRCH Rifle is this the Perfect DMR ~ Gun Review
Yes, I know that declaring the FN SCAR 20s NRCH as perfect is both a bold statement and one that will undoubtedly stir up the comment section.
SIG P220 Legion 10mm Optics-Ready Handgun Review & Range Report
The SIG P220 Legion 10mm Handgun is the silver-haired gorilla of a man in the locker room who refuses to wear a towel in the sauna.
Ruger MAX-9 Pistol Pushes the Brands’ Compact Line to the Max ~VIDEO
The biggest trend in firearms design is the ultra-compact, polymer-framed 9mm handgun feeding from a double-stack magazine like Ruger’s MAX-9 pistol.
SIG MCX-SPEAR LT Rifle in 7.62x39mm – Over-Hyped or Gucci AK?
The 7.62x39mm SIG MCX-SPEAR LT Rifle is the pre-2016 fedora-wearing Portland hipster of AK alternatives; scoffing at opulence while carrying a $6,000 laptop
New Holosun 507Comp Red Dot Sight
The 507Comp pistol optic features a large 1.1in x 0.87in objective lens for enhanced shooting performance new Competition Reticle System.
SilencerCo Introduces New Titanium Suppressor: The Scythe-Ti
The Scythe-Ti replaces wrench flats with a special tool that threads onto the top of the suppressor for easy detachment.
Ten Ways Shooters Can Enjoy National Shooting Sports Month
America’s firearm owners will find National Shooting Sports Month in August a great time to spend a day at the range.
NSSF National Shooting Sports Month #RangeChallenge Returns
The NSSF encourages target shooters across America, of all skill levels, to take part in the #RangeChallenge
38 Special – Unsung King of Quiet? ~ VIDEO
38 special is a 100-year-old caliber and not the first one that comes to mind when searching for the quietest round to pair with a suppressor.
Proven Lies and Weaponized Propaganda
Safe and secure firearm storage in the home is a pillar effort of the firearm industry under Real Solutions. Safer Communities.
Shannon Watts Demands, Brags About Nixing Free Speech
Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action, announced in January that she would retire from her antigun group sometime this year.
ROSSI Introduces New R95 Lever Action Rifle
Rossi, a renowned name in the gun industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest masterpiece, the Rossi R95 Lever Action Rifle
2023 Smallbore and Air Rifle Champion: Cecelia Ossi
“I dove right in. The coaches were amazing, and it brought me to the college 1 ½ years later,” she said. “It was a quick transition…”
Remington Ammunition to Sponsor 2023 Delta Waterfowl Expo
Remington Ammunition is excited to return as a Bluebill level sponsor and attendee of the 2023 Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters Expo
Gun Control Politicians ‘Crime Isn’t a Problem!’
Politicians in New York and California push extreme gun control restrictions under the guise of keeping people “safe”.
St. Louis and D.C. Show Gun Control Isn’t About Public Safety
In early July, the St. Louis NBC affiliate published text messages from Mayor Tishaura Jones obtained under the state’s Sunshine Law.
‘Smart Guns’ Dumb Policy
In 2002, New Jersey lawmakers passed a first-of-its-kind bill to restrict the handguns that could be sold at retail to “smart guns”.
SHOT University Issues Call for Presentations
SHOT University is offering educational sessions that share models of success with the goal of elevating industry professionalism and success
Dania Vizzi Locks Up a Gold Medal Win in Italy
International Skeet shooter and Team Winchester member Dania Vizzi claimed Gold at the ISSF World Cup in famed Lonato, Italy.
Bickar, Franks Claim Top Events During ’23 National Pistol Matches
John Bickar, 46, of Menlo Park, CA, has now added his name to the list of gifted athletes who have won the coveted competition
TFA Joins GOA in Supreme Court Fight Against Bump-Stock Ban
The ATF reversed course and issued a ruling that these devices do convert semi-automatic firearms into machineguns.
Primary Arms SLx 5X MicroPrism Scope Video Review & Range Test
The Primary Arms SLx 5X MicroPrism Scope is a super-compact, prismatic fix-power rifle optic, designed for use on basically anything shoulder-fired.
New Laser Trainers Now Available at CMP for National Matches
“So far it’s been a huge hit,” said Brad Donoho, Smallbore Manager at CMP. We’ve used it during the CMP Air Rifle Regional Championships…
Team USA Sporting Clays Win Back-to-Back World Championships
The USA Sporting Clays team has been touring the world and is coming home victorious after clinching two recent international titles.
Talladega Marksmanship Park Holding GLOCK Armorer Course
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is set to host a GLOCK Armorer Course at Talladega Marksmanship Park