Springfield Prodigy Review (2026): The 2011 That Broke the Price Barrier
A hands-on review of the Springfield Prodigy, the double-stack 2011 that broke the price barrier: bullseye accuracy and 2011 capacity for roughly half the price of a Staccato.
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Heritage Rough Rider Review (2026): The $150 Revolver, Tested
A hands-on review of the Heritage Rough Rider, the cheapest real revolver you can buy: a $150 single-action .22 LR plinker with endless finish options, weighed honestly against the Ruger Wrangler.
Taurus TX22 Review (2026): 750-Round Test of the $260 Plinker
A 750-round hands-on review of the Taurus TX22: a 16+1 polymer .22 LR pistol with the best trigger in its class, threaded and optic-ready, for under $280 street.
Ruger Wrangler Review (2026): 600-Round Test of the $200 Plinker
A 600-round hands-on review of the Ruger Wrangler: a $200 single-action .22 LR plinker built on the Single-Six grip frame that shoots far better than its price suggests.
Best Straight-Wall Rifles for Ohio Deer Hunting (2026)
The best straight-wall rifles for Ohio deer hunting in 2026, all legal under Ohio’s .357 to .50 caliber rules. From the Ruger American Gen II to lever guns and ARs, plus which straight-wall cartridge to choose.
Best Bear Defense Handguns for 2026 (Backcountry Tested)
The best bear defense handguns for 2026, ranked. From the controllable Glock 20 10mm to the classic S&W 629 .44 Magnum and the hard-hitting Ruger Super Redhawk .454, here are the top backcountry sidearms for bear country.
Best Chassis Rifles for 2026 (Precision & PRS Tested)
The best chassis rifles for 2026, tested and ranked. From the value-king Ruger Precision Rifle and Bergara B-14 HMR to the modular Aero Solus and premium Masterpiece Arms BA, here are the top precision and PRS rifles.
6 Best Truck Guns for 2026 (Compact & Rugged, Tested)
The best truck guns for 2026, tested and ranked. From the folding S&W M&P FPC to the rugged CZ 600 Trail bolt gun and the compact Mossberg Shockwave, here are the top vehicle guns for every budget and mission.
Best Survival & Backpack Rifles for 2026 (Takedown Tested)
The best survival and backpack rifles for 2026, tested and ranked. From the do-everything Ruger 10/22 Takedown to the folding Kel-Tec SUB-2000 and the ultralight Chiappa Little Badger, here are the top takedown and packable rifles for the backcountry.