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Grayboe Ridgeback, A new approach to precision stocks

June 12, 2018

Accessories, Firearms, hunting, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

A short bit ago I received one of the first Grayboe Ridgeback stocks fresh off the production line shortly before the release date to do a review on. So, I made it a point the same day that I received the s... Read More...

ASP-USA Red Guns, Do You Use Training Aids?

Guest Writer

June 11, 2018

Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR

In 2007 I was first exposed to the concept of a firearm training aid when I was handed a rubber ducky (rubber M16 replica) and tossed into a pool for a swim qualification. The concept made sense, why toss wo... Read More...

Vortex Crossfire: Big Performance in a Little Package

Nathaniel Lindsley

June 11, 2018

Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Optics, Product Reviews, Tech/Science

Everyone is looking for an edge. We are all looking for any way to enhance our success, regardless of the arena in which we compete. Since the beginning of using optical devices on rifles we have been se... Read More...

Pro Shot Products AR15/M4 5.56/.223 Tier 1 Operator Rifle Kit

Ben Johnson

May 24, 2018

Accessories, EDC, Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

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I can still remember searching for the perfect cleaning kit when I first got involved with guns. I may have only been 14, armed with only a beaten Marlin 783, but I was determined to find a cleaning kit that wo... Read More...

Modern Scheduling for the Modern Man: Fitness, Fighting, and Firearms (Prelude)

John Valentine

May 8, 2018

Combatives, Firearms, Mission Fitness, Planning, Prepping & Survival, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences

It’s amazing the amount time available to us these days due to modern conveniences created by technology. These days most of our nuanced task of living come be automated. Whether it’s dish washing, laundry,... Read More...

The KPOS Pathfinder – The Ultimate Truck Gun Option?

Guest Writer

May 7, 2018

Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR

The idea of a truck gun is nothing new. It’s a gun you keep in the car or truck for situations beyond your handgun’s capability. Trunk guns should offer a substantial advantage over a handgun. The idea soun... Read More...

High Speed Gear / Sig Sauer Media Event and Range Day

Joshua Shaw

April 30, 2018

Firearms, Flashlights, Industry News, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Tactics

HSGI Factory Tour In late March 2018, High Speed Gear (HSGI) invited industry media members including Spotter Up writers to come take a tour of the flagship factory and HQ in Swansboro NC. The event was the fi... Read More...

Gear Review: Midwest Industries SCAR SOCOM Handguard

Michael Kurcina

April 24, 2018

Accessories, Firearms, Gadgets, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR

From Jack Clemons In 2004 the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) solicited an upgraded modular assault rifle system through the SCAR Program (Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle). ... Read More...

Review: Maven RS.1 2.5-15X44 FFP Hunting Optic

Michael Lake

April 23, 2018

Accessories, Firearms, MISSION GEAR, Optics, Product Reviews

Maven Optics is a “Direct-to-Consumer” company, meaning the customer doesn’t pay retail markup prices because they eliminate the middle-man. Their product line includes high-end binoculars and spotti... Read More...

Spotter Up Review: Winchester 1250 CS Air Rifle Combo

Bill Farmer

April 21, 2018

Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, The Team Room

Winchester 1250 CS Air Rifle Combo My very first bb gun was a Daisy lever-action tilt feeder. I would take cans out into the desert across the street from my parents house and shoot old soda cans. You coul... Read More...