Author: Kenzie Fitzpatrick

Kenzie Fitzpatrick is a professional 3-gun competitive shooter, an NRA-certified Pistol Instructor & Range Safety Officer, a certified AR-15 Armorer, an NROI-certified Chief Range Officer, & host of the Reticle Up Podcast.

Hands on with the Canik SFx Rival

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One of the most underrated and primarily unknown polymer pistols available on the market today is the Canik SFx Rival. This full-size pistol is loaded with features out of the box that manufacturers like Glock and Smith & Wesson can’t beat, with a price point that’ll shock you. And the best part about the Canik… Continue reading Hands on with the Canik SFx Rival

Best AR-15 Armorers Wrenches: Build Better

An armorer’s wrench is one of the primary tools that every hobbyist AR-15 owner should have in their toolset. Far too many tinkerers and hobbyists think they can get away with modifying or maintaining their AR-15 or other weapons with common tools. The performance just isn’t the same, and when you’re dropping upwards of $1,000… Continue reading Best AR-15 Armorers Wrenches: Build Better

Our Favorite 9mm Pistols of 2023: The Best 9mms for Any Scenario

The 9mm pistol is the staple handgun for many Americans. These weapons are versatile, affordable, and easy to learn with, but sifting through the mountain of 9mm pistol models, sizes, configurations, actions, brands, etc. has led more than one aspiring handgun owner to abandon their search altogether. No need to stress. Below, you’ll find a… Continue reading Our Favorite 9mm Pistols of 2023: The Best 9mms for Any Scenario

Best Handguns for First-Time Owners in 2023

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The S&W M&P 2.0 Compact is the best handgun for beginners. The M&P line has a ton of options, making it easy to find the right caliber & size for you, and it’s a proven pistol, with the Shield carried by many LE officers across the country.

Best Pistol Red Dot Sights: Find the Perfect Red Dot for Your Budget

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If you’re a pistol enthusiast and you want to take your handgun accuracy as seriously as you would any other firearm, we’ve concluded that the new SIG Romeo2 is the best red dot for most people after a renewed round of testing some of the best-selling pistol red dot sights. We tested these in a… Continue reading Best Pistol Red Dot Sights: Find the Perfect Red Dot for Your Budget

Best Canik Pistols: Carry, Competition, & Home Defense Picks

The story of Canik pistols is the age-old story of the underdog. When the TP9 was first introduced to the market, the price tag coupled with the then-unknown brand name meant that for many people the words “quality” and “Canik” couldn’t co-exist. Years after first being introduced to the US market, Canik is now one… Continue reading Best Canik Pistols: Carry, Competition, & Home Defense Picks

Best Semi Auto Shotguns: Shoot With Speed & Precision

In the world of scatterguns, doubles are steeped in tradition, and pumps are very rugged and reliable, but the fact is that semi-auto shotguns are best for most. If that is, you pick one up that’s built to perform. The technology and engineering that powers semi-automatic shotguns have never been better, so prior concerns about… Continue reading Best Semi Auto Shotguns: Shoot With Speed & Precision

Episode 94: John McClain, 3 Gunner & National Training Manager at Armscor

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John McClain (yes, you read that right) is a 3 Gun competitive shooter who arguably has the best wardrobe in the game. John is recently new to big game hunting as well and has put in a ton of time learning how to harvest his own deer. John also is the National Training Manager at… Continue reading Episode 94: John McClain, 3 Gunner & National Training Manager at Armscor

Elevate Your AR-15 Build with These Top Lower Receivers

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The PSA AR-15 complete lower is the best AR lower for most people. It’s a complete lower that’s less expensive than all but the very low end of the spectrum, but it doesn’t skimp on the important buts — being built from 7075-T6 aluminum and Magpul furniture. Plus, if you like PSA’s products but are on a… Continue reading Elevate Your AR-15 Build with These Top Lower Receivers