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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8 Home Defense Guns For Ban States [Guide]
2 years ago
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Live in a state that places restrictions on guns? No prob! We walk you through some guns that can work in states like CA, NJ, NY, and others with bans. (Read)
Best Guns & Gear of SHOT Show 2022 [Guide]
2 years ago
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We walk you through the coolest, newest, and weirdest guns and gear that SHOT Show 2022 had to offer in Las Vegas! (Read)
[How-To] Induce Stress Into Your Shooting Routine
2 years ago
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Want to increase your skills and add some spice to range days? Add a little stress...we walk you through how to induce stress in your shooting. (Read)
Holosun AEMS Review: Advanced Enclosed Micro Sight
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Holosun AEMS red dot to see if it's worth putting on your favorite shotgun, rifle, or PCC. Come see what we think! (Read)
8 AK Variants to Know (That Aren’t the AK-47/74)
2 years ago
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Ever wondered what other AK models exist out there in the world? We walk you through the AK family tree and all its important AK variants. (Read)
What is a Krinkov?: A Guide to the AKS-74U
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Russian Krinkov. Come explore what this rifle is, how it was used, and modern variants. (Read)
9 Unconventional Guns of the United States Military
2 years ago
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We walk you through some of the non-standard-issue weapons each branch of the U.S. military relies on to get the job done. (Read)
Industry Experts: Tips to Staying Sharp During an Ammo Shortage
2 years ago
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We asked several of our favorite experts how they train when ammo is in short supply. And they gave us the details on how to stay sharp but keep costs down. (Read)
Glock 43X Review: Better Than the Original?
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Glock G43X -- a slimline take on the original Glock 43. In a world of 9mm concealed carry pistols, does it stack up? Come find out. (Read)
Shotgun Light Setup: Streamlight TL RM2 + Accessories [Review]
2 years ago
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We take a look at the Streamlight TLR RM2, Tube Rail, and Pressure Switch to see if these, combined, can solve the pump-action light problem. (Read)
Where Are They Now: Revolving Rifles (History & Best Models)
2 years ago
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Revolvers...rifles...what? We take a look at the unique design that is the revolving rifle. We peek into history, talk about flaws, and even give you some models to look into. (Read)
Best Bad Guy Guns from Movies & TV
3 years ago
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Ever wondered what the bad guys use? Well, we rounded up our favorite bad guy guns -- from the AK-47 to the Uzi. Come see which guns made the cut. (Read)
