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
Get latest articles from Wyatt Sloan
Best Micro-Compact 9mm Handguns
3 years ago
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We run through some of our favorite 9mm micro-compact pistols at the range to see which one comes out on top. (Read)
4 Best .410 Revolvers: Perfect Guns for Hiking
4 years ago
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.410 is great for keeping small animals and snakes at bay on hiking trails. So, we've gathered the 3 best .410 revolvers for your next hike! (Read)
How To Zero a Rifle Scope
4 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)
Best Ruger 10/22 Scopes & Red Dots
6 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
6 years ago
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Want an affordable, reliable AR-15? We cover the best complete AR-15s and build parts so you can shoot 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
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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 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)
