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Our Match Rifles: 2016 Update

Just like many other competitive shooters, we upgrade our gear based on innovations and trends and also to try out new equipment. In January

Weekly Gear Update – Otis Technology Ear Shield

Hearing protection is an absolute necessity for the shooting sports. Often times friends or family that accompany you to the range may not have

Precision from a Progressive Reloader

We really enjoy our time at the reloading bench, but have more fun at the firing line. As part of our journey we have

Weekly Gear Update – Alex and Ryan Design Rifle Mag Carrier

Combine equal parts: Customization, cutting edge design, and shooting gear retention mechanisms and you have Alex & Ryan Design. In this gear update we

Weekly Gear Update – Expander Mandrel Dies

Incremental improvements to reloading techniques and tools help to save time and gain consistency in precision hand loaded ammunition. One of the recent additions

2016 Vegas Precision Rifle Challenge

The 6.5 Guys had the opportunity to compete in the 2016 Vegas Precision Rifle Challenge hosted by Sin City Precision. Having filmed the prior

Special Report with Chris Phillips

We’re excited to bring you a special report by Chris Phillips, a 6.5 Guys contributor and long member of our audience. This approach to content

Weekly Gear Update – Factor Cossatot 1000

A high quality flashlight is essential every day carry (EDC) gear, especially if you work with your hands or spend time outdoors. Factor is a company

Weekly Gear Update – Borka Tools EFK

Avid shooters often find the need to have basic tools with them to take care of common or emergency maintenance in the field or at

Weekly Gear Update – Grizz Gamer Bag

One area where there seems to be a continuous flow of product innovation is in support bags and nylon gear. Sage Flats Shooters has

How to Spin a Spinner

Steel targets have evolved over the years from basic shapes hung on a post to some pretty engaging reactive setups. Perhaps one of the

Weekly Gear Update – Ear Dynamics

Hearing protection is required gear for shooting. You only have one set of ears and hearing loss is progressive, meaning as your hearing deteriorates

Weekly Gear Update – SS Loophole Sling

The 6.5 Guys highlight one of their favorite pieces of kit. The Shadowtech SS Loophole Sling is one of those must have pieces of

Weekly Gear Update – Loggerhead ACP Hardware

This week the 6.5 Guys take a look at the extended riser hardware for the Loggerhead adjustable cheek pieces that are designed by Terry

Weekly Gear Update – World’s Finest Trimmer

Consistent brass preparation is a key ingredient to reloading accurate ammunition. Brass trimming is an important step, but for many can be a long