PRODUCTS WE USE
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Allen Company Ace Shooting Range Vest
This was my first shooting vest, and a winner at a great price. It has plenty of pockets, has a built in recoil pad in the shoulder, and is overall a comfortable budget vest. There are plenty of better ones out there, but not many are a better value based on price.
Allen Company Durango Rifle Case
These are affordable, durable gun cases to protect from the elements and for transport. I wouldn't advise leaving any firearms in cases too long as I believe in climate controlled environments; however, these work great for transport or out in the elements.
OSAGE RIVER Tactical Range Bag
Great range bag at a great price. Plenty of space and a good size to carry. I've had mine for about 10 years at this point with weekly use, and it's still in great condition with no major rips or tears.
Allen Company Eliminator Shotgun Shell
Great shotgun shell box holder for hunting and target loads. I mainly use it for hunting these days as I carry my shells in my vest at the range, but still see a lot of shooters use these at the range too.
Vortex Optics Pro Series Riflescope Rings
These are the rings that I prefer on my hunting rifles. Vortex also makes precision rings at a higher price, but these do great for me on multiple calibers out to 600 yards.
Gosky Flagship DiamondEdge 20-60x80 Spotting Scope
Here is an affordable spotting scope that works. Definitely not high end like Leupold or Vortex, but for the price, this will ge the job done up to 600 yards or so in proper light.
Ballistol Multi-Purpose Can Lubricant Cleaner Protectant
By far my favorite firearm cleaner, lubricant, and protectant. I have used this stuff for over 17 years, and my family has used it for many decades before that. All of my firearms get an annual wipe down with Ballistol to keep them protected and looking good. For those of us working indoors without much ventilation, this stuff is great as it's non toxic and skin safe. Majority of my firearms get a regular cleaning after use, so this works perfect. If you are looking for something to take down months or years of carbon build up - you may want to look at CLP which I also use
Mossy Oak Gun Oil - CLP Gun Lubricant
I always keep a bottle of this in my range bag just in case one of my semi autos dries up on me. CLP is a great lubricant, and keeps your firearm protected in the elements. Ballistol is my go to, but this stuff stays in the range bag for in the field needs.
Bore Cleaner Gun Cleaning Kit
Rather than spending a bunch of money on cleaning kits with rods and brushes, I've always prefered using a boresnake. This kit is budget friendly, gets the job done, and allows you to quickly clean your barrels. Keep in mind, I often run the snake down the bore after each range session. Not only does it keep your firearm clean and protected, but is avoids any build up which could be more difficult to clean down the road.
Tipton Best Gun Vise
As the name says, this gun vise is a real winner and one of the best on the market for the price. I have two of these, and use them freqently for mounting scopes, adding/removing accessories, and overall just holding the firearm or parts in place while working on them. Great vise for the price!
Wheeler Engineering Professional Reticle Leveling System
Great tool for mounting a rail, rings, and scope. I've used this system dozens of times on my rifles as well as for family and friends. Super reliable, quality construction, and nice carrying case for transport. Definitley a must!
Rifle Gun Cleaning Mat
There are so many options out there for cleaning and maintenance mats, but this is the one that I've used over the years. Nice thick rubber, easy clean up, and big enough to handle the long rifles and shotguns on the bench. I have two of these side by side on the bench, and it covers enough area to protect the firearm with the thick rubber as well as my wood bench from oil, dirt, and other chemicals.
Vortex Optics Torque Wrench
I've owned this wrench for over a decade, and I use it at least once a week working on my firearms. Great durable construction, quite a few different bits to fit all size screws, and it's a Vortex - can't go wrong here!
Wheeler Manual Firearms Accurizing Torque Wrench
I added this to my list as this is a great little wrench on a budget. A buddy of mine uses this, and has no complaints. However, if price isn't an issue, I'd look at the Vortex Optics Torque Wrench.
Wheeler Manual Trigger Pull Scale
This was the first trigger pull scale that I owned, and it served me well measuring trigger pull weight. I recommend doing at least 3 pulls and taking an average. It's not as nice as the digital version, but definitely serves it's purpose for those on a budget.
Wheeler Professional Digital Trigger Pull Gauge
Eventually I leveled up from the manual trigger pull scale to the digital scale. I'm still a fan of both, but for those that prefer digital calculations, this is the way to go.
BESTNULE Punch Set
This is one of those tools that has many options out there. I can't claim that this is the best one, but I can say that this is one of the sets that I use and have had no issues with it. It's budget friendly, has a wide range of punches, and even comes with a nice bench block.
Premium Pin Punch Hammer Set
This is one of those tools that has many options out there. I can't claim that this is the best one, but I can say that this is one of the sets that I use and have had no issues with it. It's budget friendly, has a wide range of punches, and even comes wiith a nice bench block that has a spot in the carrying case.
Shockwave Raptor Nut Installation
If you're looking to change the forend on your 500, 590, or 870 pump action shotgun, this is a great little tool to have around. Many companies make these, and I'm not saying this is the best, but this is the one that I use. I like the metal construction as well as the holes in the cylinder to provide more leverage for those tough forend nuts.
Carlsons Choke Tubes 12 Gauge for Remington
Some of my favorite shotgun professionals have talked highly about Carlson choke tubes over the years, and they have grown on me as well. Now, to be honest, I usually use the factory chokes if I have them; however, I will pick up the extended Carlson choke tubes to replace the flush chokes on my sporting and hunting guns. I've noticed that Carlson choke tubes pattern pretty well on Remingtons specifically - I also like that they come light modified which has been a favorite for sporting clays.
Carlson's Choke Tubes 12 Gauge for Remington | Stainless Steel |
Here's a great replacement if you prefer the flush chokes. To be honest though, if you're going to spend the money on replacements, you might as well go with the extended tubes.
Forend Light (Mossberg 500/590)
I realize there are a lot of options out there for a light on your shotgun - specifically the Mossberg 500/590. However, I use this light on my Shockwave and my 590A1, and have become a fan of the feel and purpose it serves. Not saying it's the best, but I am saying it's a great value at this price and definitley serves it's purpose!
Forend Light (Remington 870)
I realize there are a lot of options out there for a light on your shotgun - specifically the Remington 870. However, I use this light on my Remington Tac 14 and 870 Police, and have become a fan of the feel and purpose it serves. Not saying it's the best, but I am saying it's a great value at this price and definitley serves it's purpose!