Loading...

Max Archer Articles

CE Range Report Tricked out with Magpul Timney accessories and an YHM R45 suppressor copy

Reviewed: Century Arms AP5

Century Arms continues to expand its U.S. distribution of the AP5 models based on the H&K licensed and period-correct MP5 platform. We take a look at the unique AP5-SD model and the upgrades already available to customers.
FE Mag Reloaders The best magazine reloaders on the market copy

Selling Ultimate Magazine Reloaders

Magazine reloaders by companies like McFadden, Magpump and Maglula are hot sellers for range enthusiasts and competitive shooters.
3 guns on wood Chat GPT image

3 Great Pistols We’ve Reviewed

Tactical Retailer has reviewed plenty of great handguns, but these are three of our favorites from the past year.
FD PCC Growth Sales copy

The Growth of the Pistol-Caliber Carbine Market

Why PCC sales are starting to outpace AR-15 sales.
CE Range Report Nexus Evo 2 Pistol is 100 Scorpion 33 compatible

Reviewed: Nexus Firearms Evo 2 Bearing Delayed PCC — Scorpion Platform

Customers who want to upgrade their CZ Scorpion or buy an already tricked-out version will appreciate the Nexus DIY upgrade parts or complete firearm.
FF Integrated Optics copy

The Latest in Integrated Handgun Optics Innovation

A look at a few trends and optics that are likely the next wave of red-dot development that offer direct integration for handgunners.
CE Range Report The Pro Contour delivers the most refined Buck Mark ever for the competitor

Reviewed: Browning Contour Pro

Browning’s top-of-the-line competition rimfire pistol is the latest in a long line of innovative .22LR semiautos.
CG Range Report FN The FN Reflex Xl MRD a market leading slim high capcity 9mm

Reviewed: FN Reflex XL MRD

This higher-capacity version of the popular FN Reflex is still compact with a slim profile.
FF HSG Tacos One belt system for 1000s of magazines

Reviewed: HSGI TACO Pouches

Unleash tactical versatility and boost sales with these handy mag pouches.
FD MS Rs Daniel Defense PCC

Hot-Selling MSRs

Before we get to see what’s coming out for 2026, let’s take a look at the Modern Sporting Rifles that made a splash in 2025.
CE Range Report Springfield The Kuna an affordable modernized PCC that is highly competitive

Reviewed: Springfield Kuna

The highly anticipated, well-priced Kuna PCC from Springfield is already a hot seller — and a great shooter.
Range Report The 20 round Keltec Sub2000 in 5 7x28 is packable power

KelTec SUB2K FN57 GEN3

This lightweight 5.7x28 gun will certainly stand out on your shelf.
Range Report Rugar Magpul

Ruger Magpul RXM

Is Ruger’s new RXM really better than a Glock 19?
Walther

Unleashing Precision: The Walther PDP Pro-X PMM Series

Competitive, law enforcement, and personal defense shooters who want maximum out-of-the-box performance will love the new PDPs.