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Daniel Reedy

Daniel holds instructor certifications from Rangemaster, Agile Training & Consulting, and the NRA. He has received training from Craig Douglas, Tom Givens, and Steve Fisher among others. He also has experience competing in USPSA, CAS, 3 Gun, and Steel Challenge. In his free time Daniel enjoys petting puppies and reading the Constitution. His work is also published by Athlon Outdoors, AmmoLand, Recoil Concealment, Air Force Times, and other publications.

The Best American and Western Made Optics for Handguns [2025]

It's never been a better time to be a consumer in the gun industry. It seems like every day we…

18 hours ago

A 10 Year Retrospective on Primer Peak

For those of you who have been around long enough, or have looked at our logo, you might notice that…

1 week ago

I Don’t Like DA/SA Guns Anymore

Over the past few weeks a handful of respected trainers, competitors, writers, and personalities have come together with an interesting…

2 weeks ago

Pistol Mounted Optic Tool and Combat Sight Tool Review | Pocket Tools Perfected

Whether you're an optics guy, or an old school irons-only shooter, adjusting your sights is something everyone should be familiar…

3 weeks ago

The Best Accessories for the Colt Viper [2025]

Earlier this year I reviewed the 3-inch version of the Colt Viper. Since then I've purchased that exact revolver, and…

4 weeks ago

How to Become a Firearms Instructor | Getting Started [2025]

So you're thinking about becoming a professional firearms instructor? Good for you! There's always a need for knowledgeable and safe…

1 month ago

The Revolver as a Fire Extinguisher

Gun owners are almost as varied as car owners in the United States. Some folks are become intimately familiar with…

1 month ago

Steelhead Outdoors Fast Access Pistol Box Review [2025]

If you've been reading Primer Peak for the last year, you've probably noticed a fair bit of content regarding firearms…

2 months ago

Why You Should Write Somewhere other than Social Media

Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X) are the places to let your thoughts be heard in today's world. Everyone has a…

2 months ago

Conceal Carry Methods and Back Wearing for New Parents [2025]

In early 2025 I wrote a piece covering conceal carry while baby wearing. Due to baby Primer Peak being just…

2 months ago

Colt Viper Revolver Review [2025]

When Colt revolvers re-entered the scene in 2017, I was immediately intrigued. The Prancing Pony dances through the imaginations of…

2 months ago

Aimpoint and the Fallacy of Consumer Commentary

Recently Aimpoint announced a new version of their Duty RDS, the MR variant. The Duty RDS MR features a multi-reticle…

3 months ago

NEW RWT Pocket Medical Kit

One of the major lacking factors in most people's EDC is effective medical gear. Over the past decade I've seen…

3 months ago

Reedy Revolver Qualification Course | Skills and Drills [2025]

In late 2023 I attended the Rangemaster Professional Pistolcraft course. During this class several students and I began to discuss…

3 months ago

LEAK | Taurus 66 Combat Revolver

Earlier today we received notice of a new revolver coming from Taurus. This new revolver is known as the 66…

3 months ago