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Travis Pike is a former Marine Machine gunner who served with 2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years. He deployed in 2009 to Afghanistan and again in 2011 with the 22nd MEU(SOC) during a record setting 11 months at sea. He’s trained with the Romanian Army, the Spanish Marines, the Emirate Marines and the Afghan National Army. He serves as an NRA certified pistol instructor and teaches concealed carry classes
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5 Best Rangefinders for Long Range Shooters in 2022 (In-Depth Reviews)

Long-range shooting is an exact science. To be successful, the shooter must know and understand a long list of variables. Of course, ...
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13 Best Air Rifles Reviewed & Revealed (Hands-on Pellet Gun Guide)

A lot has changed in the world of air rifles since the days of the Daisy Red Ryder BB gun. Today, air ...
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Getting the right pair of binoculars is confusing since they come in different styles and sizes. Not all of them are the same, ...
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Pepper Spray Vs Gel Vs Foam Vs Tear Gas – Full Comparison!

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Optics 101: Light Transmission Explained!

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