Mitch Eckler

6 days ago | athlonoutdoors.com | Mitch Eckler

Over the past few years, there’s been a noticeable resurgence of interest in analog firearms. Especially those featuring a high power factor and lower capacity. And Revolvers are at the heart of that conversation. These guns have been trusted for over a century as reliable, accurate, and undeniably attractive tools of self-defense. It’s no wonder so many people are deciding to adopt a “wheelgun” as their self-defense platform. But before choosing your first revolver, you should know what to look for.

1 week ago | athlonoutdoors.com | Mitch Eckler

Springfield Armory’s Hellcat Pro is already a top-tier micro-compact pistol, and Langdon Tactical Technologies (LTT) takes it to the next level. By refining the Hellcat Pro with aftermarket parts, meticulous gunsmithing and expert quality control, LTT has managed to enhance a well-rounded pistol into something truly exceptional. But what makes LTT Hellcat Pro stand out? More importantly, why should you care?

1 week ago | athlonoutdoors.com | Mitch Eckler

Watches have long been a defining accessory for men. More than just a tool for telling time, they represent personal style, heritage, and status. But for those new to the world of watches, it can feel overwhelming—mechanical vs. quartz, dress vs. diver, chronographs, complications, movements—where do you even start? This guide is here to de-mystify watches, offering a full breakdown of watch types, movements, and when to wear them.

2 weeks ago | athlonoutdoors.com | Mitch Eckler

If you’ve spent any time shooting revolvers seriously—either defensively or in competition—you already know that good gear is hard to come by. And when you find something that actually works, that fits, that holds up, and doesn’t overcomplicate a job that’s already complex, you stick with it. That’s how I feel about Speed Beez. I’ve been running Speed Beez gear for a while now.

2 weeks ago | athlonoutdoors.com | Mitch Eckler

The 1911 is one of the most iconic handguns in American history. It’s also one of the most versatile pistols when it comes to aftermarket support. Unlike striker-fired pistols that tend to rely on modularity and factory upgrades, the 1911 rewards a different kind of shooter: the one who wants to fit, tune, and tailor the gun until it feels like it was made just for them. This isn’t about building a race gun or an ultra-modern space blaster.