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Classic Insights - Long Guns

IWI's Zion 15: The Best AR Rifle For Under $1000?

Any serious discussion of high quality, budget friendly AR-15s would be incomplete without mentioning the IWI Zion 15. Available for less than $1K, this well-rounded rifle is packed full of modern features that discerning shooters have come to expect in 2024.

May 15, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

Double Trouble: Magazine Couplers Vs. Extended Mags

Prior to the mass production of extended magazines, shooters would achieve increased capacity by using heavy-duty tape to bind two standard mags together to facilitate a nearly instantaneous reload without interrupting cadence of fire. Modern magazine couplers offer the same functionality, but are they still relevant given the widespread availability of extended mags in 2024?

May 13, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

Surplus Spotlight: Why The BM-59 Battle Rifle Should Be Your Next Firearm

Classic battle rifle aesthetics meet modern functionality with the rare BM-59 chambered in 7.62 NATO, a favorite of collectors and gun enthusiasts alike. This Italian-manufactured M1 Garand variant boasts several unique features that set it apart from any other military surplus firearm in today's market.

May 07, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 2 min read

M4 Vs. Enhanced M4A1 Standard

Earlier in 2024, the U.S. Army began the process of converting hundreds of thousands of M4 carbines to the more modern Enhanced M4A1 Standard. The endeavor aims to increase the combat efficacy of infantry troops on the ground, providing them with a more accurate rifle that has full-auto capabilities.

May 03, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

How To Avoid Barrel Shadow When Mounting A Tactical Light

There are few things more frustrating than mounting a tactical light and pressure switch, only to discover that the beam is partially obstructed by your muzzle or muzzle device. Here's how you can avoid barrel / suppressor shadow when installing your weapon light setup.

Apr 29, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

The Desert Tech Wolverine: A Compact Bullpup Rifle With Claws

Unveiled at SHOT Show 2024, Desert Tech's all-new Wolverine (stylized WLRVN) is a cutting-edge modular bullpup rifle available in multiple calibers and barrel lengths. The Classic Firearms team recently spent some hands-on time with two WLRVN variants and in today's blog, we're sharing our first impressions.

Apr 28, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 4 min read

Is An AR-15 Good For Hunting?

The AR-15 is one of the most versatile general-purpose firearms in the world, with applications ranging from home defense to duty use. But is it any good for hunting? The answer might surpise you.

Apr 27, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

Shooting Range Etiquette: Firearms Safety & Beyond

The atmosphere at most firing ranges is decidedly less austere than that of the theater, but attendees are nonetheless expected to observe proper shooting etiquette just as they would be expected to silence cell phones and avoid standing during a live performance of a play. Here are all the rules, written and unwritten, you need to know before visiting a range for the first time.

Apr 25, 2024 | General , Long Guns , Handguns | 4 min read

Shark Coast Tactical's Midnight Rifle Package: The Best AR-15 Bundle In 2024?

The all-knew Midnight AR-15 bundle from Shark Coast Tactical is the ultimate value for shooters in 2024, featuring a modernized defensive rifle equipped with a Vortex Crossfire red dot optic and a Streamlight ProTac weapon-mounted light - all conveniently packaged in a double rifle carrying case.

Apr 16, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 2 min read

Are Shotgun Sights Necessary?

Of all the firearms myths popularized by movies and videogames, one of the most common misconceptions is that shooters don't need to aim down sights when firing a shotgun. This sentiment is so widespread that some individuals mistakenly believe that shotguns don't need a sighting system or an optic at all.

Apr 14, 2024 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

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