First Look: Echelon Alpha 4.0C

Admittedly, the Echelon had a steep hill to climb. At its launch in mid-2023, the then-new Echelon faced a packed market of duty-style, polymer-framed, striker-fired 9mm pistols. To say there was a plethora of choices would be a remarkable understatement. As a result, the Echelon had to bring som...

By Scott Conditt

Review: Craft Holsters Lynx for the Hellcat

There’s no time like the present to take a critical look at the Craft Holsters Lynx IWB holster, which I tested with my Springfield Hellcat. But first, a little background info. Craft Holsters was formed in 2009 with a vision of offering holsters that are more than just interchangeable pieces o...

By Clayton Walker

SK Customs Recreates Al Capone’s “Sweetheart” Colt 1911

SK Customs is remaking Al Capone’s personal Sweetheart Colt 1911, and they are only building 200 of them. Pre-orders are open now at $2,700 with shipping starting July 2026. That price is the pre-launch rate, so it will go up before they ship. SK Customs on AO: SK Customs “Gold Series,”...

By Sam.S

TFB Review: Glock 17 Gen6 - First 1,000 Rounds

When Glock announced the sixth generation of its iconic striker-fired polymer pistol series in December 2025, the firearms community responded with the usual mix of cautious interest and the usual skepticism. For me, the release was really bad timing, as I had just bought another G45 Gen 5. Was t...

By Eric B

Bank Fishing Blueprint #004: Using Live Bait to Scout a New Pond

Welcome back to Bank Fishing Blueprint, the weekly AllOutdoor series focused on helping bank anglers find and catch more fish. Last week, we talked about urban fishing and how to find productive spots hiding right in the middle of the city. If you missed that installment, it is worth going back a...

By Keith Lusher

Springfield Drops Garrison Target 1911s with Adjustable Sights

This content is copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the express permission of GunsAmerica.com and BAAANG Media LLC. Springfield Drops Garrison Target 1911s with Adjustable Sights MSRP lands at $999 for both calibers, which puts it squarely in that mid-range 1911 category. Accessible, bu...

By Larry Z

Athlon Optics Introduces the Ares HLR Lightweight Hunting Riflescope

Athlon Optics is adding the Ares HLR to their lineup, and the pitch is simple: a precision riflescope built for hunters who move a lot and count ounces. The lighter of the two available configurations comes in at 18.9 ounces, which puts it firmly in backcountry-viable territory without asking you...

By Sam.S
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