Here’s Tommy

February 15, 2011

Top Shot kicked this season off by having shooters compete for team selection, team challenge and show survival using three iconic American firearms. It was a great start for a show that spotlights both historic and modern firearms in a very positive light.

Discussing the Beretta Px4 Storm

February 14, 2011

While best known for shotguns and for supplying the primary sidearm of the U.S. military, Beretta also produces a polymer-frame pistol called the Px4 Storm. Available in three sizes—full, compact and subcompact—and three calibers, the Px4 Storm features a rotary barrel lockup in the full-size and compact and a tilting barrel lockup in the subcompact.

Clapp On Gun Sights

February 14, 2011

I have always been interested in handgun sights and, in the past few years, have been fortunate enough to get to experiment with a variety of different types. It's really amazing what was once factory-installed as a so-called “target” sight. I believe that iron sights intended for target shooting should be large enough to be seen in the changing light conditions of a long and arduous day at the range.

Top Shot Poll: Will Team Choices Matter?

February 12, 2011

On the season 2 premiere of Top Shot, as Iain alluded to, the two team captains chosen by their Sharps' shooting ability couldn't have been more different.

Travis Marsh: "I’m disappointed in myself"

February 11, 2011

As we'll attempt to do every week with the eliminated contestants, Reality Shots caught up with newly ousted Travis Marsh from Top Shot Season 2 to see how he felt about his short time on the show.

Iain Harrison: Big Surprises in Episode 1

February 09, 2011

By Iain Harrison, Top Shot Season 1 Champion

It’s All About the Guns

February 08, 2011

History Channel’s Top Shot was a breakout hit in 2010, as much for the firearms spotlighted as for the shooters competing.

Gun Traveling Laws

February 07, 2011

Winter isn’t best time for traveling, but since Phil didn’t see his shadow the other day, perhaps spring is right around the corner. And with nicer weather, travelers will soon start hitting the roads.

The Rifleman's Reality

February 04, 2011

With last year's introduction of the History Channel's Top Shot, the firearms world got its first taste of reality TV….and we loved it. The manufactured drama might not be our style, but the historical, competitive and, of course, shooting aspects hooked us from episode one.