Editorial
Why 30 Super Carry Failed [2025]
If you’ve been reading Primer Peak for the past few years, you’ve probably seen me talking about 30 Super Carry. At this point, I believe […]
Guns
Editorial
I Don’t Like DA/SA Guns Anymore
Over the past few weeks a handful of respected trainers, competitors, writers, and personalities have come together with an interesting message. No, we’re not getting […]
EDC
The Best Accessories for the Colt Viper [2025]
Earlier this year I reviewed the 3-inch version of the Colt Viper. Since then I’ve purchased that exact revolver, and have continued carrying and taking […]
Best Of Lists
The Revolver as a Fire Extinguisher
Gun owners are almost as varied as car owners in the United States. Some folks are become intimately familiar with their tools, perform regular maintenance […]
Gun Review
Colt Viper Revolver Review [2025]
When Colt revolvers re-entered the scene in 2017, I was immediately intrigued. The Prancing Pony dances through the imaginations of many revolver enthusiasts, though they […]
Guns
Reedy Revolver Qualification Course | Skills and Drills [2025]
In late 2023 I attended the Rangemaster Professional Pistolcraft course. During this class several students and I began to discuss what we’d like to see […]
Editorial
Federal FliteControl Vs. Hornady Critical Defense in the Beretta A300UP [2025]
Here at PrimerPeak, we’re fans of the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol. Dan reviewed his back in 2023, and I’ve been testing mine since Spring 2024. […]
Best Of Lists
Top 5 SIG Sauer P320 Alternatives [2025]
If you’ve been anywhere in the gun space over the past few weeks then you’re probably aware of the SIG Sauer P320. Unfortunately, the reason […]
Guns
Bans on the Rise | Death of the SIG Sauer P320?
The SIG Sauer P320 is one of the most popular duty and carry pistols in the United States and across the globe. Variants find themselves […]
Gun Review
Beretta PX4 Compact Carry 2 Pistol Review [2025]
Several years ago I owned an original Beretta PX4 Compact. I wanted something slightly smaller than my Glock 19, and had been turned onto the […]
Gun Review
Savage Renegauge Security Shotgun Review [2025]
Savage typically isn’t a name that comes to mind when looking for a modern defensive shotgun. A few years ago they decided to change that, […]
EDC
Moon Clips and the Taurus 692 Executive Grade [2025]
As mentioned in my Initial Impressions and Deep Dive on the 692EG, this gun is my first real foray into the world of moon clips. […]
Gear
OT Defense StippleTec Stippling Kit Review – DIY Grippiness [2025]
Aggressive and grippy is how I like my pistols. My 1911s all have checkered MSHs, aggressive stocks, and some form of checkering or grip tape […]
Gun Review
Taurus 692 Executive Grade Long Term Review and Deep Dive
Back in 2024 I wrote about my 500 round initial impressions of the Taurus 692 Executive Grade. Since then I’ve had the opportunity to more […]
Editorial
How the 30SC Shield Plus Ruined Other Guns
I’ve carried, trained and competed with, a variety of handguns over the past decade plus. While I cut my teeth on DA/SA autos, the majority […]