Travis Pike is a Marine infantry veteran, firearms enthusiast, and NRA certified instructor.
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
- 5 years in the United States Marines Corps as an Infantryman
- Expert Rifle Badge USMC
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
- Freelance writer for multiple publications
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What Happened to the Sig Sauer 556?
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Sig Sauer 556, learn more about its origin, and ultimately answer the question...what happened to the 556? (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: "Blood Diamond" & AR Carbines
2 years ago
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In this edition of Guns of Pop Culture, we look at the Leo DiCaprio film, "Blood Diamond" and its weird CAR-15 but not CAR-15 rifle... (Read)
Guns of the Outlaws: Weapons of the Most Notorious Bad Guys (and Girls)
2 years ago
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Ever wondered what guns the likes of Bonnie & Clyde, Jesse James, John Dillinger, or even Patty Hearst carried during crime sprees? We got the deets here. (Read)
What Happened to the Walther P99?
2 years ago
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We take a look into what happened to James Bond's own Walther P99 and why the beloved pistol is still hot on the used market. (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: "Spawn" & the Faux 90
2 years ago
In this Guns of Pop Culture, we take a look at the 90s action flick "Spawn" and the Faux 90s used in the film. (Read)
What Happened to the Taurus CT?
2 years ago
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In the next edition of our What Happened series, we dive into the background and demise of the Taurus CT lineup. (Read)
Banned Weapons of War: What's Regulated in Modern Warfare?
2 years ago
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We take a look at the rules and regulations regarding what the military can and can't use in war. Ever wondered what weapons are banned? Come find out. (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: "Extraction" & the BCM CQB 11
2 years ago
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We take a look at the action-packed film, "Extraction" to analyze the BCM CQB 11 used by Chris Hemsworth as he takes to the streets of Bangladesh. (Read)
Acebeam L19 & Rider RX Review: Most Powerful Tactical Lights?
2 years ago
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We take a look at two Acebeam flashlights -- the L19 and Rider RX -- to see if these two lights are worth adding to your collection. (Read)
Glock 19 Killers: Best Compact Pistols That Aren’t a Glock
2 years ago
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Want a compact pistol that isn't a Glock 19? We walk you through our favorite not-a-Glock compacts that are on par (or better) than the G19. (Read)
What Happened to the Avidity Arms PD10?
2 years ago
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We take a look at what happened to the Avidity Arms PD10 -- a pistol created by firearms instructor Rob Pincus. (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: "Cowboy Bebop" & the Jericho 941 R
2 years ago
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In this edition of Guns of Pop Culture, we take a look at the Jericho 941 R wielded by Spike in "Cowboy Bebop!" (Read)
