The Aussie Scrub Gun A.S.G-9 is one of the more interesting Australian firearm projects because it is not trying to be a traditional bolt-action rifle. It is a locally engineered 9mm lever-release centrefire built around fast handling, compact size and practical scrub-gun use. The big question is whether the idea translates into a rifle people …
The Wedgetail Orion Hunter is interesting because it is not another tactical-looking pump-action rifle. It is Wedgetail moving into the bolt-action hunting rifle space with a design that appears far more traditional and hunting-focused. That matters for Australian shooters. We have seen plenty of modern manually operated rifles, but a locally made bolt-action hunting rifle …
In a move that will pique the interest of many Australian shooters, Wedgetail Industries are preparing to launch their first bolt action rifle, the Orion Hunter. Known for their precision built tactical platforms like the Wedgetail MPR Mini, this latest release marks a calculated shift into the bolt action hunting market. Quick Take The Wedgetail …
Wedgetail Industries have just announced their long awaited release for the new MPR Mini chambered in ,223. The 308 variant has been received well as a high quality and reliable rifle, the new Mini version is designed on the same MSR rifle format. Quick Take The Wedgetail MPR Mini makes the most sense when its …
The SCSA Taipan X is one of the more important Australian-made rifles because it gives shooters a modern, fast-handling .223 option without simply copying a traditional bolt gun. It uses a pump-action / straight-pull style layout with a spring-assisted feel that makes follow-up shots quick and strangely addictive. I have been hands-on with Australian rifles …
The Steyr Scout rifle is iconic in the firearm world, the famous rifle has a new version, the Steyr Scout II. Originally inspired by Colonel Jeff Cooper, the new version has some improvements including a Picatinny Quick Take The Steyr Scout II makes the most sense when its handling, configuration and practical role match what …
Shooting the Japanese WW2 ‘Arisaka’ Type 99 military rifle chambered in 7.7x58mm. This rifle was in service from 1939-45 where around 3.5 million were made. Quick Take The Type 99 Arisaka makes the most sense when its handling, configuration and practical role match what you actually want to do with it. Specs matter, but ergonomics …
Southern Cross Small Arms released the Taipan Light in late 2022, early 2023 now the new and improved version has just been announced, the SCSA Taipan X. Available on a Category B license the SCSA Taipan X has been approved for use in NSW. Quick Take The SCSA Taipan X makes the most sense when …
MDT have just announced a new entry level stock named the Field Stock. Its low price point and features make it a strong competitor for the popular KRG Bravo rifle stock. Quick Take The MDT Field Stock is worth judging by practical field use rather than product-page claims. The best gear solves a real problem …
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