The Stevens Model 555 12 gauge Over & Under
Stevens is a familiar and well established name. A Savage brand since 1920, the Stevens’ name is synonymous with the company’s value priced firearms, and in use with varying frequency for nearly 100 years. The subject shotgun, the Stevens Model 555, was introduced in July, 2014 as suitable for clays […] [Read More]
Remington's Model 700 Long Range
I’ve owned a number of 300 RUM chambered Remington firearms; CDL and Sendero types. This one is quite different, and I mean that in a good way. I like the alloy steel and all black finish. A rifle of this type should be all black with non-reflective surfaces and I […] [Read More]
Remington's Express™ XP Tactical
Remington’s Express™ XP Tactical is a .177 caliber, break barrel, single shot, spring-piston air rifle. It is rated for 1,300 fps with alloy pellets, capable of generating 23 ft-lbs of kinetic energy. Packaged with a 3x – 9x x 32mm scope and mounting hardware, all that is necessary to put […] [Read More]
Thompson / Center Impact .50 Cal Muzzleloader Part 2
As suggested in Part 1, the Thompson Center low cost Impact muzzleloader is a well made firearm. Unfortunately, the rifle was only shot at 50 yards with open sights and my eyesight which, of course, demonstrates little regarding the rifle’s mechanical accuracy. As promised, a scope was installed, A Burris […] [Read More]
Thompson / Center Impact .50 Cal Muzzleloader Part 1
I am not a muzzleloading kind of guy. While modern muzzleloaders seem to have cleaned up many of the problems associated with their use, the worst remains; essentially carrying a reloading press and components into the woods and the need to conduct a reloading session after every shot. “Why? Why? […] [Read More]
Remington's Versa Max Comp Tactical
Opening a box that holds a gun I’ve not worked with before is not a cause for much consternation. Working with lots of firearms, the common components are easy to identify and a learning curve mostly applies to unique features. However, when the box holds a shotgun and a bunch […] [Read More]
Para-USA's 10mm Elite LS Hunter Part 2
The mechanical aspects of the Para USA 10mm Elite LS Hunter are covered in detail in Part 1. This portion of the coverage addresses live fire experience with the Hunter. There is a tendency for some folks to knee jerk when the 10mm is mentioned, “Great round but ammo is […] [Read More]
Para-USA's 10mm Elite LS Hunter Part 1
Funny. I write “Para-USA” and some people read, “Para Ordnance”. Para Ordnance went away in 2009 when one of the original partners passed away and the other took the company out of Canada and set up shop in a more gun friendly North Carolina. The new entity, Para USA, quickly […] [Read More]
The Taurus Model 605... Snubby Part 2
This is a brief addendum to the original Part 1, more than a complete Part 2. It is intended to be more food for thought than a technical pronouncement on the effectiveness of various types of ammunition or on the practicality of a short barrel ahead of the 357 Magnum. […] [Read More]
Marlin's Model 336C in 30-30 WCF
Marlin’s first production repeating lever action rifle was the Model 1881; tubular magazine fed, top ejecting and chambered for the .45-70 and .40-60. The Model 336 came along in 1948 and remains a popular design, showcasing Marlin’s most distinguishing features. The Model 336 is a closed top receiver, round breech […] [Read More]