Wyatt Sloan
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 an Editor and Fact Checker for Pew Pew Tactical.
Experience
- NRA Instructor
- USCCA Rifle Instructor
- Previously competed in USPSA
- 10 years of home-based FFL firearms sales and transfers.
- Collector of over 200 firearms and counting
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Cheapest AR-15 Complete Rifles & Builds
6 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 [Range Tested]
6 years ago
359 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
95 Comments
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 Glock Triggers: Dvorak TriggerScan Tested
7 years ago
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We took over a dozen aftermarket Glock triggers and tested them using a specialized machine to see which Glock triggers reign supreme. (Read)
Best 9mm 1911s: Move Over .45 ACP
7 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 [Real Views]
7 years ago
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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 AR-15 Backup Iron Sights (BUIS)
7 years ago
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Optics break, batteries die, and scopes fail. A pair of these backup iron sights (BUIS) will make sure you have working sights at all times. (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
7 years ago
104 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)
12 Best 1911 Pistols
7 years ago
408 Comments
What's the best 1911? We shot thousands of rounds through the most popular and chose based on price point, features, and reliability. (Read)
