http://www.recoilweb.com The Ultimate Gun Lifestyle Magazine Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:43:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-hk-mr556a1-rifle-77.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-hk-mr556a1-rifle-77.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:46:48 +0000 Dennis Ideue http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=77 Civilian Version Of The Professional’s Choice By all credible accounts, the Heckler & Koch HK416 was the weapon selected by DEVGRU (SEAL Team Six) to avenge the United States in the daring raid on Osama Bin Laden’s hideout. In addition, Delta Force selected the HK416 to replace its M4s. Those are pretty astonishing endorsements, so we were excited to get... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-hk-mr556a1-rifle-77.html/feed/ 2 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-national-navy-udt-seal-museum-47.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-national-navy-udt-seal-museum-47.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:44:59 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=47 70 Years Of Navel Special Warfare History Today’s Navy SEALs (sea, air and land teams) trace their proud lineage back to the early days of World War II where they saw action in North Africa, Normandy and the Pacific as Amphibious Scouts and Raiders. The Scouts and Raiders were formed into underwater demolition teams (UDTs), eventually evolving into combat swimmers... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-national-navy-udt-seal-museum-47.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-polymer-stippling-diy-91.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-polymer-stippling-diy-91.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:44:33 +0000 Jerry Tsai http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=91 Polymer has quickly become the standard material from which firearms and their accessories are made, and for good reason. Polymer is lightweight, impervious to corrosion, durable and can take almost any shape. The stippling of polymer handguns is gaining popularity these days. This modification provides a more positive grip over the slick feel of factory-stock surfaces. The stippling effect is... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-polymer-stippling-diy-91.html/feed/ 4 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-bugout-truck-transport-29.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-bugout-truck-transport-29.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:43:41 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=29 ESCAPE THE END OF THE WORLD OR JUST THE DAILY GRIND Whether you’re fleeing a natural disaster or an all-out zombie infestation, a properly setup truck can provide the key to survival. When setting up a bugout vehicle, the important factors to consider include the environment, what you’re escaping, who with and where you are going. Although the needs of... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-bugout-truck-transport-29.html/feed/ 1 http://www.recoilweb.com/2012-atv-guide-69.html http://www.recoilweb.com/2012-atv-guide-69.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:42:52 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=69 Check out our 2012 ATV Buyer's guide brought to you by the staff here at RECOIL Magazine.]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/2012-atv-guide-69.html/feed/ 2 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-mesa-tacticals-benelli-m4-85.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-mesa-tacticals-benelli-m4-85.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:42:00 +0000 Louis Atherden http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=85 Mesa Tactical has been the go-to manufacturer of high-quality shotgun accessories since 2004. Beginning with its successful line of all-aluminum telescoping stock adapters, Mesa Tactical quickly placed itself atop a very short list of manufacturers that were willing to sacrifice market share for quality. Until Mesa’s founding, most shotgun aftermarket parts were made “good enough” and priced accordingly. Mitch Barrie,... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-mesa-tacticals-benelli-m4-85.html/feed/ 2 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-unusal-suspects-20981.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-unusal-suspects-20981.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:41:57 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=20981 The knife is one of mankind’s oldest and most versatile tools. Since caveman times, it has been used to hunt, build, defend and, in the case of the Rambo movies, to pick off leeches after being dunked in a festering Viet Cong cesspool. Since it may not be practical to carry around a giant Rambo knife, we did a little... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-unusal-suspects-20981.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-stop-losing-detents-springs-105.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-stop-losing-detents-springs-105.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:40:29 +0000 Jonathon Perez http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=105 The AR-15 and its variants are hands down some of the most popular rifles seen at ranges. That’s quite an accomplishment for a rifle that was invented in 1957. Around the time the USSR launched Sputnik, Eugene Stoner was tinkering with a platform that would eventually become the main battle rifle for the United States into the 21st century. It... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-stop-losing-detents-springs-105.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-razors-edge-jj-razor-racaza-113.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-razors-edge-jj-razor-racaza-113.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:38:05 +0000 John Jarasa http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=113 After receiving international acclaim following his appearance on the “Top Shot” television program, champion shooter JJ “The Razor” Racaza is far from ready to bask in any type of glory. Instead, this leader of the firearms program for the Department of Homeland Security strives tirelessly to master his craft by coupling his uncanny accuracy and unparalleled sense of self-discipline. Consistently... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-razors-edge-jj-razor-racaza-113.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-ultimate-battle-round-119.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-ultimate-battle-round-119.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:36:01 +0000 Steve Cooke http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=119 The official round of the good guy has been the 5.56x45mm NATO for almost half a century. It is a derivative of the .223 Remington cartridge that was developed in the United States and adopted by NATO to become the standard small arms round of most democratic countries throughout the world. The advantages of the 5.56 are that it is... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-ultimate-battle-round-119.html/feed/ 1 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-zombie-proof-home-123.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-zombie-proof-home-123.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:34:22 +0000 John Jarasa http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=123 Racking your shotgun becomes much less of a concern when intruders can’t even get into your house. We recently took a look at what just might be the world’s ultimate home defense system. It’s an architectural masterpiece that’ll leave potential intruders and zombies in awe. Nowadays, the business of personal security is booming, and the money being spent on panic... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-zombie-proof-home-123.html/feed/ 17 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-nighthawk-customs-predator-127.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-nighthawk-customs-predator-127.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:33:59 +0000 Dennis Ideue http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=127 The Predator from Nighthawk Custom is a redesigned single-action defensive 1911 with a unique barrel design that sets it apart from other custom handmade 1911s. Instead of a typical bushing or bull barrel, the Predator’s barrel flares at the muzzle end to add weight for faster follow-up shots. The slide is precisely machined shorter so that the Predator maintains the... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-nighthawk-customs-predator-127.html/feed/ 2 http://www.recoilweb.com/watch-buyers-guide-19289.html http://www.recoilweb.com/watch-buyers-guide-19289.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:32:14 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=19289 Rugged watches that keep much more than time Whether you’re camping, out ATV riding or shooting with buddies, a reliable wrist watch is essential to any mission. Beyond telling you the time, watches are capable of helping you navigate in the wilds, warn you of inclement weather and even help you figure out the firing solution for your next long-range... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/watch-buyers-guide-19289.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-night-vision-101-141.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-night-vision-101-141.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:31:03 +0000 Jerry Tsai http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=141 Night vision devices (NVDs) have been used by the military and law enforcement for decades. The ability to see in complete darkness gives any NVD user a distinct advantage in tactical situations. As with many military-derived technologies, these capabilities have now found their way to the civilian market. RECOIL recently spoke to Victor Di Cosola, NVD expert and president of... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-night-vision-101-141.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-ar-15-top-25-questions-answered-145.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-ar-15-top-25-questions-answered-145.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:30:38 +0000 Jerry Tsai http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=145 The genius of Eugene Stoner’s design for the AR-15 platform lies in its modularity. Whether you want a carbine for close quarters or a rifle that can accurately reach out to 700 yards or more, a properly set up AR can do it. However, there are so many options available for the weapon that it can be overwhelming to figure... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-ar-15-top-25-questions-answered-145.html/feed/ 2 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-redback-one-combat-training-systems-617.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-redback-one-combat-training-systems-617.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:29:51 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=617 Tactical training classes have grown exponentially in popularity over the past few years, and it is not just members of law enforcement and the military who are enrolling. Civilians looking to improve their shooting and weapon-manipulation skills have been signing up in ever-greater numbers. This surge in popularity has led to a new crop of training groups emerging all over... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-redback-one-combat-training-systems-617.html/feed/ 0 http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-run-gun-springfield-armory-xdm-525-621.html http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-run-gun-springfield-armory-xdm-525-621.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:28:55 +0000 Andrew Duan http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=621 While 2011 was the 100-year anniversary for the 1911, don’t think for a moment that polymer pistol manufacturers took the year off to celebrate. Some very notable polymer-framed handguns were released. Glock’s updating more pistols to their Gen 4 line, the Beretta Nano and Springfield Armory’s XD(M) 5.25 Competition Series are some of the standouts. Springfield doesn’t beat around the... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/preview-run-gun-springfield-armory-xdm-525-621.html/feed/ 1 http://www.recoilweb.com/scar-17s-game-changer-pretender-237.html http://www.recoilweb.com/scar-17s-game-changer-pretender-237.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:27:59 +0000 Dennis Ideue http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=237 As the current line of military firearms surpasses the half-century mark, manufacturers are working to produce the next generation of small arms. Aging designs patterned after the AR-10 and AR-15 have served the U.S. military well, but there is always room for improvement. Through the use of modern design theory and advanced materials, FN Herstal seeks to change the game... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/scar-17s-game-changer-pretender-237.html/feed/ 2 http://www.recoilweb.com/echo-sigma-emergency-home-bag-ghb-165.html http://www.recoilweb.com/echo-sigma-emergency-home-bag-ghb-165.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:00:17 +0000 Les Bidrawn http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=165 In the event of an emergency, keeping a surplus of essentials at home such as food, water and medical supplies can help sustain you and your family until help arrives. However, emergencies such as natural disasters or acts of terror are unpredictable. You never know when or where you will be when one occurs. When they do erupt, it’s best... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/echo-sigma-emergency-home-bag-ghb-165.html/feed/ 4 http://www.recoilweb.com/morale-patches-we-like-19295.html http://www.recoilweb.com/morale-patches-we-like-19295.html#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:01:42 +0000 Recoil Staff http://www.recoilweb.com/?p=19295 Every gun guy loves a good morale patch. Slap one on your jacket, slap one on your range bag. They decorate, they humor, some are even educational. Morale patches are gifts that keep on giving. Brand: TAD Gear Patch: Death Card Rectangle Patch Colorway: Black MSRP: $9 URL: www.tripleaughtdesign.com Brand: Magpul Patch: Japanese Relief Patch Colorway: Red & Black MSRP:... more]]> http://www.recoilweb.com/morale-patches-we-like-19295.html/feed/ 0