Beating the Psychological Refractory Period

The more you ask of your brain, the slower your per-task performance is — with or without a gun. This is known as the Psychological Refractory Period (PRP), but why does it slow you down, especially in a fight for your life? And, how can you reduce the effects of PRP? First published by AT Read...

By Steve Tarani

POTD: Proposed Updates for the Japanese Howa Type 20

Howa Corporation has publicly presented a set of proposed modifications for the Type 20 rifle, expanding the platform’s modularity and adaptability. The package includes an extended handguard designed to increase available space for accessories and improve forward mounting options while sti...

By Eric B

PENN’s NEW Jumbo Baitcaster – Fathom 500 Low Profile Reel

PENN is here with the newest addition to their Fathom line of low-profile reels, with the new Fathom 500 jumbo-sized baitcaster. Continuing their goal of making fishing gear with uncompromising power and control, this new Fathom reel packs precision-engineering and rugged gearing into a compact p...

By Eugene L.

Tactical Patience

When it comes time to shoot, will you be prepared to deliver the shot you have to? Will you have the skills needed to face down that moment, through all the stress and pressure? Have you invested the time needed to develop these skills so that they click in immediately and without a second though...

By Steve Tarani

The Viral “Scooby Doo Gun”. Let’s Talk About It.

At SHOT Show 2026 I was at the Gideon Optics booth, and a custom “Scooby Doo Gun” 1911 caught my eye. Not because of performance. Not because of innovation. Because…

By Mitch Goerdt
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