stories by 9-Hole Reviews

  1. Bullpup vs AR

    April 15, 2024

    Henry and Josh discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both the bullpup and the AR rifle configurations.

  2. AK-47 vs AK-74

    April 01, 2024

    Henry and Josh compare the difference in recoil management between the AK-47 and the AK-74.

  3. Radian Ramjet and Afterburner Review

    March 18, 2024

    Josh Mazzola of 9-Hole Reviews gives his review on the Radian Ramjet ported barrel and Afterburner compensator combination.

  4. Mil vs MOA

    March 04, 2024

    Mil vs MOA - We give a quick primer on what they are and why we prefer one over the other.

  5. LPVO vs Red Dot

    February 19, 2024

    Henry and Josh discuss the pros and cons of Red Dot Sights vs Low Power Variable Optics.

  6. First Focal Plane vs Second Focal Plane

    February 05, 2024

    Which might be right for your rifle: FFP or SFP optics? Here is a basic primer we hope will help you decide.

  7. Binoculars vs Spotting Scope

    January 15, 2024

    Binoculars or Spotting Scope – which is right for you? We'll tell you which we prefer and why.

  8. Long Range Shooting - Reading Wind with Mirage

    October 20, 2023

    Josh Mazzola talks about how to use the mirage to read wind direction so you have a better shot at getting that first-bullet hit.

  9. How to Load an M1 Garand – Avoid Garand Thumb!

    July 09, 2023

    Henry Chan of 9-Hole Reviews demonstrates how to load and unload the M1 Garand en bloc clip without getting Garand Thumb.

  10. How to use AR-15 Iron Sights

    May 02, 2023

    Henry Chan of 9-Hole Reviews demonstrates the best technique for aiming with iron sights on the AR-15 / M-16 series of rifles.

  11. Remington 700 Bolt Manipulation

    April 24, 2023

    Henry Chan of 9-Hole Reviews demonstrates the cycling technique he recommends using for the classic Remington 700 rifle.

  12. Grip Clamp C: Shooting Behind Cover

    April 18, 2023

    Josh Mazzola of 9-Hole Reviews demonstrates how to shoot off difficult and compromised barricades and positions using a reverse C-clamp grip.