Travis Pike

Author

Travis Pike is a lifelong shooter who just happened to be mediocre enough with a gun and a keyboard to combine the two and write. He currently teaches concealed carry courses and enjoys spending time on Florida’s Nature Coast. He is interested in helping folks protect themselves with firearms and shoot better at the range.

Experience

USMC veteran (2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years)
- Deployed to Afghanistan (2009 & 2011)
- Machine Gunner
- Trained with Romanian Army, Spanish Marines, Emirate Marines, & Afghan National Army
- Expert Rifle Badge USMC
NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
Concealed Carry Instructor
Freelance writer
- Gun University
- The National Interest
- AmmoLand
- Truth About Guns
- The Armory Life
- GunMag Warehouse
- Task & Purpose
- Recoil
- Pew Pew Tactical

Get latest articles from Travis Pike

Street Medicine: Which First Aid Skills Should You Know?

2 years ago 2 Comments

While we like to train with guns, first aid training is just as important. So, we run through what skills we think are essential to know. (Read)

Best Pump-Action Shotguns [Home Defense & Hunting]

2 years ago 58 Comments

We walk you through our favorite pump-action shotguns for home defense and hunting and look at the pros and cons of pump-action shotguns. (Read)

Guns of Pop Culture: "The Alamo" & the Nock Gun

2 years ago 3 Comments

We head back to the 1960s to look at the classic Western film, "The Alamo," and its use of the Nock Gun. Come learn more! (Read)

Primary Arms Classic Micro Reflex Sight Review: Good & Affordable

2 years ago 9 Comments

We take the Primary Arms Classic Series Micro Reflex Sight to the range to see if this budget-friendly micro red dot can hold up and do the job. (Read)

Guns of Pop Culture: "Equilibrium" and the Cleric Pistols

2 years ago 6 Comments

In this Guns of Pop Culture, we look at the Cleric pistols used in the post-WWIII dystopian film "Equilibrium." (Read)

Best Firearm Trade Shows (That Aren't SHOT)

2 years ago 14 Comments

Everyone wants to go to SHOT Show but not everyone can...so what's a gun lover to do? Go to another trade show! We've got a list of the best around. (Read)

What We Want to See at SHOT Show 2025

2 years ago 12 Comments

SHOT Show is rapidly approaching, and with that in mind, we gathered a list of guns we hope to see at the show. (Read)

Guns of Pop Culture: "Behind Enemy Lines"

2 years ago 1 Comments

We take a look at the guns wielded by bad guy Sasha Ivanic in "Behind Enemy Lines"...from a sniper rifle to a handgun, what does he use? (Read)

Mossberg 500 vs. 590: Which Is Better? (& Best Models)

2 years ago 6 Comments

We take a look at the Mossberg 500 and 590 to see what they have in common, what sets them apart, and some popular models of each. (Read)

Best Lightweight Concealable Body Armor

2 years ago 5 Comments

Want to keep yourself protected but do it incognito? We dive into concealable body armor that works and keeps itself hidden. Check out our recs. (Read)