Reviews - Action Gunner

AG Review: VKTR Bolt Carrier Group

Alex Rueda December 25, 2025

Disclosure: VKTR provided Action Gunner with the direct-impingement bolt carrier group for this review. Our editorial assessment remains independent and uninfluenced. The bolt carrier group is the heartbeat of any AR-15 platform. It’s the critical workhorse responsible for the entire cycling process. Without a reliable BCG, your competition rifle is dead in the water. This is where the VKTR direct-impingement bolt carrier group comes in. VKTR designed this BCG to deliver match-grade performance out of

Conceived in the U.S., Born to Race AG Review: APACHE

Alex Rueda December 19, 2025

Watchtower Defense pulled out all the stops with the APACHE, their full-size, double-stack 1911 purpose-built for competition shooters who demand speed, control, and consistency under pressure. Named after Operation APACHE SNOW, a major U.S. military campaign conducted in May 1969 during the Vietnam War, the APACHE is more than a model name—it is a deliberate nod to Watchtower Defense’s American-made, veteran-owned roots. From the outset, the APACHE makes its intentions clear. This is not a

AG Review: Fix It Sticks 3‑Gun Competition Toolkit

Alex Rueda December 8, 2025

When it comes to competition shooting, we obsess over the perfect gear—match-grade ammo, tuned triggers, crisp optics, and precision-fit components that make our firearms feel like extensions of our bodies. But here’s the reality: none of that matters if your gun fails mid-match. That’s where Fix It Sticks steps in with one of the most valuable tools a competitor can pack. The Fix It Sticks 3-Gun Competition Toolkit isn’t just another accessory—it’s a mission-critical, match-saving system

AG Review:Wilder Tactical Women’s Hitman Gear Truform Belt Kit

Alex Rueda November 29, 2025

The Wilder Tactical Women’s Hitman Gear Trueform Belt Kit is a revolutionary solution designed specifically for female shooters, addressing the unique needs of women in tactical situations. Unlike traditional battle belts, this kit contours to a woman’s natural curves, offering superior comfort and functionality. Tested in real-world scenarios, it impressed with its secure fit and adaptability during high-stress competitions. With features like a customizable mounting system and a non-static leg strap, this belt is not just a resized men’s version—it’s purpose-built for women. Discover how this game-changing gear can elevate your shooting experience!

Faxon Match Series 16″ Gunner, .223 Wylde Review

Alex Rueda October 24, 2025

Faxon Match Series 16″ Gunner, .223 Wylde Review Upgrading your AR-15 with a match-grade AR-15 barrel is one of the most effective ways to improve accuracy and overall performance. Whether you are stepping into your first match or chasing tighter groups in competition, a barrel upgrade gives you a noticeable edge. If you are still running a standard mil-spec barrel, this is the first upgrade I would recommend to get the most out of your

Best Shotgun Shell Holders for 3-Gun: Top Caddies Reviewed

Action Gunner January 3, 2024

When it comes to 3-gun competition, having the right shotgun shell caddies can be the difference between a smooth reload and a massive dumpster fire on the clock. Having extensive experience in the latter and recently forcing the catastrophic failure of my original Taccom 8up Quaload after going prone, it’s due time for me to reconfigure my belt with an appropriate setup. Don’t get me wrong, the Taccom 8ups are/were phenomenal, and I’d be buying

Building the Ideal Tactical Games Rifle

Action Gunner August 6, 2021

JP YouTube Exclusive JP Rifles Team Member Shawn Nelson has shot more rifles at more Tactical Games matches than anyone we know. He’s learned all the lessons (many the hard way) on what the ideal setup is for this type of match. So, if you want to save yourself some trouble and guessing, check out this month’s video rundown. JP Tactical Ready Rifles: https://jprifles.com/1.ready_rifle.ph… JP Rifle Builder: https://jprifles.com/roshome.php Looking for more?

Introducing the Enhanced Trigger Guard from A&S Engineering

Action Gunner June 3, 2017

We were able to get our hands on the new Enhanced Trigger Guard from A&S Engineering and watch it perform under match conditions. Nathan Payne gives a quick overview and addresses potential concerns with the location of the shell release button. Stay tuned as we get more time behind the trigger guard, we’ll be releasing more video soon.

Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic Earmuffs Reviewed

Shawn Nelson March 4, 2016

As a 3gunner, or participant of any action shooting sports, hearing protection is important. Equally important is the ability to effectively and clearly hear commands from the Range Officer. I’ve tried other brands of “cheap” electronic hearing protection but had been left unimpressed by both build quality and actual function of the electronics. That opinion changed greatly when I gave the Howard Leight Impact Sport earmuffs a chance. The Specs: Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 22

Taccom Duelin Dueces Reviewed

Action Gunner February 12, 2015

A small fortune. That’s what it used to cost you to put a good amount of shotgun shells on your belt, until Taccom came out with the Duelin Dueces. They come in at what I’d consider an economy price, just $44.95 direct from Taccom, but they offer so much more than just a cheap price tag. The Taccom Duelin Dueces are machined from Delrin, a thermoplastic that provides low friction and excellent dimensional stability –

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