Matthew Maruster

The Magnificent Muzzle Brake, That Doesn’t Break The Bank

By Matthew Maruster / December 16, 2016

Out of the package, the muzzle brake looks amazing in its design. It is sleek and although it is a little heavier than your traditional A2 flash hider, it is by no means out of line with the weight of similar muzzle brake devices. They produce muzzle brakes for .22 rimfire through high pressure 5.56 rifles. Their website explains what makes the muzzle brake special.

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Crows Tactical Holster Review

By Matthew Maruster / October 26, 2016

I have a super unique holster to tell you all about. It is an outside the waistband (OWB), kydex holster from a company by the name of Crow’s Tactical. I have reviews some innovative holsters, and this one is right at the top of the list when it comes to forward thinking and design.

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Truly Custom Grips For Your 1911 – Wicked Grips [REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / September 26, 2016

Wicked Grips doesn’t only create killer artwork for their grips, they also use the highest quality wood, damascus steel and fasteners to ensure they not only look good but hold up under use. The grips I tested out were their…

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The Most Comfortable Gun Grip, You Never Heard Of [VIDEO REVIEW] AGRIP!

By Matthew Maruster / August 19, 2016

When I first got the grip I was shocked at how thin it really was. I initially thought because it was so thin, it would wear through in no time. When I applied it, I quickly realized that it was thin, but not flimsy.

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The End of Slide-Bite. Grip Force Adapters [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / August 12, 2016

Blood is really hard to clean out of your gun so consider this product to give you added protection from Slide Bite on your Glock. Made to extend the beavertail, this clever grip adapter can also help your overall control and accuracy. We break it down in this written and video combination review.

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This Little Known Gun Solvent Is Changing How You Clean Your Firearms [REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / August 4, 2016

With claims that some of these lubricants are very similar if not re-packaged cooking oil, the skepticism is rightfully strong for any ‘new’ gun oil on the market. After all, the tried and true Hoppes#9 solvent and Hoppes gun oil that your grandfather used is still the go-to solvent for many gun owners.

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Don’t Be Too Quick To Boycott That No-Gun Business

By Matthew Maruster / August 2, 2016

Perhaps it is because we are constantly being treated differently, as if we are criminals. Many large corporations like the store in the above scenario, have corporate policies that may be contrary to the local manager’s opinion about prohibiting legally carried firearms on the property.

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Heads Up For The Rock Island Armory .22 TCM 1911 [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / July 22, 2016

This new 1911 style firearm from Rock Island Armory comes ready to perform. This video and written review explores all the ins and outs of a pistol that shoots both .22 and 9mm.

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Big Praise For The XS 24/7 Big Dot Sight [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / July 19, 2016

When I finally got out to the range I wanted to see how they performed in quick front sight acquisition shooting. I train a lot within that 0-25 foot deadly force encounter space, so I wanted to try it out in this zone. I was pleased about how quickly I was able to pick up the big dot, and put rounds on the target. I saw some reviews where shooters complained that the…

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Facing the Reality From the Orlando Shooting

By Matthew Maruster / June 12, 2016

legal maneuvers affecting our 2nd amendment rights. Educate those around us with rational facts. Stay safe and remain vigilant.

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Brave Response Holster [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / June 2, 2016

The Brave Response Holster claims to be the most comfortable holster, and I was skeptical…until I tried it. It is incredibly comfortable and is designed to be independent from the wearers waistband.

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The One Article That May Save Your Child’s Life

By Matthew Maruster / June 1, 2016

Regardless of their shooting experience, there is one aspect of gun ownership that is non negotiable and universal. Firearms safety is just something that cannot be compromised and there is no instructor worth their salt, who would disagree.

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SiderLock – External Safety on Glock Pistol [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / April 26, 2016

From the factory Glock handguns have no external safety outside of the trigger safety. Today we review a product that can be installed on the Glock to create a more traditional “button” like safety but…

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Urban Carry Holster | Deep Concealment [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / March 21, 2016

Taking a look at the new deep concealment holster from Urban Carry. Matthew talks about the good and the bad of this new concealed carry holster system.

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Why The Media is Wrong About Violent Crime

By Matthew Maruster / September 1, 2015

The truth is, violent crime in America is and has been in a downward trend. According to the FBI’s Uniformed Crime Report (UCR) (2013) which records the reporting police departments statistics, “When considering 5- and 10-year trends, the 2013 estimated violent crime total was…

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