Range Day - Good or Not Good?

BLACKHAWK Universal SWIFT three-point rifle sling in black nylon webbing, laid out product photo

BLACKHAWK Universal Sling

Andrea meant to run the BLACKHAWK Universal Sling on her AR-15 for range days and tactical fitness, but it was very complicated to set up and needed other parts ordered. She returned it. Verdict: Not Good.

SIG Sauer P938 Legion

Andrea has had her SIG Sauer P938 Legion for a few years and carries it in her purse. It's simple, perfect for smaller hands, easy to rack, and worth the price. Verdict: Good.

Glock 43

Andrea had her Glock 43 for a few months for the range and carry. It's good for smaller hands, but she didn't like the grip, and it had malfunctions and was not reliable. Verdict: Not Good.

5.11 Tactical Maverick Assaulter’s Belt

Will used an FDE XL 5.11 Maverick Assaulter's Belt as a light duty belt for mags and a pistol on range days. Very hard to fit through belt loops, and the buckle is too much. Verdict: Not Good.

BCM RECCE-16 KMR-A

Will has put roughly 2,500 to 3,000 rounds through his black BCM RECCE-16 KMR-A in training and competing. 100% reliable with above-average accuracy, but a heavy trigger and gassy recoil. Verdict: Good.

REI Co-op Trailmade Pants for men in grey, front view

REI Co-op Trailmade Pants (Men’s)

Will wears grey men’s REI Co-op Trailmade pants for range days, training and competitions. Inexpensive, lightweight, fast drying and unrestricted, but they stretch out over a hard day. Verdict: Good.

Sprinco Blue enhanced power AR-15 carbine buffer spring with blue color-coded end

Sprinco Blue Enhanced Power AR-15 Buffer Spring

Will has run a Sprinco Blue buffer spring with a BCM H2 buffer in his BCM RECCE-16 for a year. Much softer shooting, easier follow-up shots, no malfunctions and an easy drop-in install. Verdict: Good.

Blue Force Gear Vickers Combat Applications Sling

Will runs a standard (unpadded) Blue Force Gear Vickers sling in FDE with QD swivels and the plastic-ball adjuster on his BCM RECCE-16. Solid, stays put, no slip. Verdict: Good.

BCM KeyMod QD Sling Mount

Will runs two BCM KeyMod QD sling mounts on his rifle for range and competition use. Low-profile, stays tight, and the QD swivel locks without unexpected releases. Verdict: Good.

BCM H2 Carbine Buffer

Will runs a BCM H2 carbine buffer with a Sprinco Blue spring in his BCM RECCE-16. Simple toolless install that cleaned up ejection and softened recoil over about 2,000 rounds. Verdict: Good.

IDOGEAR open-top laser-cut single pistol mag pouch in ranger green product photo

IDOGEAR Single Pistol Mag Pouch

Will ran the IDOGEAR open-top single pistol mag pouch in army green on his belt. The mag stays put, but the pouch shifts around a lot. Cheap, but worth spending more. Verdict: Not Good.

SIG Sauer P320 X5 Legion

Will runs his SIG Sauer P320 X5 Legion for matches, range and home. Very accurate, soft-shooting and reliable through thousands of rounds. The trigger is the weakest link. Verdict: Good.