Wyatt Sloan
Jr. Editor
Wyatt Sloan was raised on hunting and target shooting from a young age. What started as a few guns turned into a bunch — almost 200 firearms. Sprinkle a journalism degree on top of a couple of decades of shooting experience, and he found himself at the doorstep of Pew Pew Tactical, where he enjoys sharing his hobby with fellow and aspiring gun owners.
Collectively, he has 20 years of outdoor rifle, pistol, shotgun, and bow hunting experience and previously competed in USPSA. Wyatt also had 10 years of home-based FFL firearms sales and transfers. He now serves as Junior Editor and Fact Checker for Pew Pew Tactical.
Experience
- NRA Instructor and NRA Pistol Instructor certifications.
- Previously competed in USPSA
- 10 years of home-based FFL firearms sales and transfers.
- Collector of over 200 firearms and counting
Get latest articles from Wyatt Sloan
How To Zero a Rifle Scope
3 years ago
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Feeling nervous about getting your new rifle scope on target? No worries, we’re here to help with a complete guide on how to zero a scope. (Read)
Best Rifles & Calibers for Hog Hunting [Tested]
4 years ago
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Like bacon? We go over the best rifles and calibers for hog hunting, from lever action to bolt guns and even AR-15s. (Read)
7 Best Ruger 10/22 Scopes & Red Dots of 2024
5 years ago
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Want to get maximum accuracy out of your Ruger 10/22 rifle? We cover some of the best scopes made for rimfire rifles on a variety of budgets. (Read)
Cheapest AR-15 Complete Rifles & Builds
5 years ago
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Want a reliable AR-15 for not a lot of cash? We cover the cheapest (but not cheaply made) complete AR-15s and build parts so you can pew pew on a budget. (Read)
How to Mount a Scope (And Not Screw It Up)
6 years ago
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Correctly mounting your scope doesn't need to be scary. We cover the essential tools and walk you through the entire process. (Read)
Best Concealed Carry Guns of 2024 [Range Tested]
6 years ago
355 Comments
Not sure what concealed carry handgun is best for you? We've tested all the most popular options out there and here's our favorites. (Read)
7 Best Affordable 1911s (For Your Budget)
6 years ago
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As American as apple pie, the 1911 is a classic and outstanding firearm. Find out the best affordable 1911 that fits your budget. (Read)
Best 9mm 1911s: Move Over .45 ACP
6 years ago
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When you think 1911, you think 230+ grains of .45 caliber Americana. But what if you want that classic 1911 styling and shootability, but in a softer-shooting (and cheaper) flavor? These 9mm 1911s are for you. (Read)
Best Red Dot Magnifiers 2024 [Real Views]
6 years ago
45 Comments
Have a red dot or holo and want to reach out? We bought the most popular 3x magnifiers and tested clarity, eye relief, mounts, and bang-for-the-buck. (Read)
Best Affordable Optics (That Won't Break)
7 years ago
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Putting optics on all your guns can be a huge hassle and drain on your bank account. Here are some of the best optics that can be had at affordable prices. (Read)
Best Kydex Holster Makers
7 years ago
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Finding a Kydex holster you like can be a long, annoying, and often expensive process. Here are our favorites after dozens of holsters and countless hours of carrying. (Read)
6 Best Concealed Carry Revolvers of 2024
7 years ago
99 Comments
Revolvers make for excellent CCW weapons...reliable, consistent, and easy to conceal. We've rounded up some of the best CCW revolvers on the market. (Read)
