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Federal FliteControl Vs. Hornady Critical Defense in the Beretta A300UP [2025]

August 19, 2025 Paul Whaley

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. […]

Purse Carry: Last Resort or Valid Option?

August 12, 2025 Ally Corless

It’s often touted that purse carry is a dangerous option that should never be considered. Some say purse carry should only be a last resort […]

The Test Redux – Standard Vickers Test & Test Variations [2025]

July 22, 2025 Paul Whaley

My first article for PrimerPeak (formerly The Firearm Rack) was the The Test. It’s a shooting drill that I’ve been shooting for nearly a decade, […]

A Few Reasons to get your Concealed Carry Permit

July 10, 2025 Daniel Reedy

Over the past few weeks I’ve had quite a few people come to me asking if I can provide them a class to obtain their […]

How to Paint Iron Sights [2025]

July 1, 2025 Paul Whaley

In the era of the red dot sight (RDS), iron sights still have a place. Really small guns generally cannot realistically mount an RDS. Takedown […]

Living Legends | Interview with Cecil Burch [2025]

June 24, 2025 Daniel Reedy

In our previous entry we spoke with veteran, mother, competitive shooter and author Julie Golob. Today we have the opportunity to chat with Cecil Burch […]

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Moon Clips and the Taurus 692 Executive Grade [2025]

June 17, 2025 Daniel Reedy

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. […]

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OT Defense StippleTec Stippling Kit Review – DIY Grippiness [2025]

June 10, 2025 Paul Whaley

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 […]

Living Legends | Interview with Julie Golob [2025]

May 22, 2025 Daniel Reedy

In the previous entry in this series we spoke with Rob Haught of Symtac Consulting. Today we have the opportunity to chat with veteran, competitor, […]

The Most Overlooked Benefits of Dry Practice [2025]

May 20, 2025 Daniel Reedy

Dry practice is something that many advocate, but few regularly perform. My own dry practice ebbs and flows, ebbing more often than not. I’ve gotten […]

Living Legends | Interview with Bruce Cartwright [2025]

April 24, 2025 Daniel Reedy

In the previous edition of Living Legends we spoke with Rob Haught. Today we have the opportunity to chat with Bruce Cartwright of SAC Tactical. […]

10 Round Shotgun Battery Course | Skills and Drills [2025]

April 15, 2025 Daniel Reedy

Recently I found myself browsing the internet, looking for additional drills to diversify my range time. One thing I’ve been focusing on this year is […]

Lasers Versus Point Shooting with Pistols (April Fools 2025)

April 1, 2025 Daniel Reedy

Recently the firearms trainer world has been blowing up with drama (once again). This time the argument revolves around optics versus irons on pistols (again). […]

The 4 Rules of Firearm Safety, and What They Mean In the Real World [2025]

March 25, 2025 Paul Whaley

Jeff Cooper’s “4 Rules of Firearm Safety” are ubiquitous. Everyone who is remotely familiar with guns is familiar with those 4 rules. However, a lot […]

10 Round Assault Course | Skills and Drills [2025]

March 18, 2025 Daniel Reedy

As a resident of the Western portion of the United States, I have the privilege to shoot on public land. This allows me to have […]

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