I’ll start this review with an honest admission of guilt: I had reservations when I first saw the 30-40 percent advertised numbers about one of Apex Tactical’s latest upgrades— until I got my hands on one and tried it for myself.  Continue reading my review and you’ll see exactly what I mean. I’m specifically referencing one
Apex Tactical’s MRAT compensator for the FN Reflex: Worth the hype? Read More »
Buying your first firearm can feel overwhelming. This practical 30-day guide helps new gun owners in Portland build confidence through safe handling, secure storage, professional training, and responsible ownership.
First-Time Gun Owner in Portland Oregon | Your First 30 Days Read More »
Women’s concealed carry in the Portland metro: holsters, wardrobe, classes, and the Oregon vs Washington legal differences for women carriers.
2026 Oregon CHL reciprocity map: which states honor your permit, which don’t, and how the Utah non-resident permit fills the gaps.
2026 Oregon CHL Reciprocity Map: Where Your Permit Is Honored (and Where It’s Not) Read More »
Veterans with a DD-214 can skip Oregon CHL training. Here’s exactly which fields matter and how Vancouver-area vets should approach the WA CPL.
Oregon CHL vs Washington CPL: a Portland-Vancouver metro guide to eligibility, training, fees, and where each permit actually works.
Are forced reset triggers legal in Oregon? The simple answer is no. But I encourage you to keep reading. That question has become especially important following SB 243 and its provisions concerning rapid-fire activators. If you are an Oregon gun owner, you need to know about Oregon Senate Bill 243, especially if you hold a Concealed
Thinking about getting your Oregon Concealed Handgun License (CHL) but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. Every month, hundreds of new gun owners in the Portland area take their first step toward safe, legal concealed carry — and this guide provided to you from PDX Arsenal will walk you through everything you need
How to Get Your Concealed Carry License in Oregon (2026 Edition) Read More »
Elevating the Springfield Hellcat Pro: A Deep Dive into Apex Tactical’s Upgrades Written by: Bryan Mumford Date: 3.08.2025      In the world of modern defensive pistols, Springfield Armory’s Hellcat Pro has earned a solid reputation as a multi-role, highly capable handgun. The factory version is time-tested and widely celebrated for its compact
PDX Arsenal review of Apex Tactical’s Hellcat Pro Read More »
Measure 114 has ignited a significant discussion in Oregon, creating a divide between gun owners and advocates for enhanced firearm regulations. With close to fifty percent of voters backing this contentious measure, its consequences are substantial and wide sweeping: It proposes a ban on magazines capable of holding more than ten rounds of ammunition, introduces a new ‘permit to purchase’ system that will place additional burdens on law enforcement staff and facility, and is guaranteed to impact vulnerable and minority communities. As legal challenges continue to progress through the court system, the perspectives of sheriffs and FBI agents remain largely unaddressed, and mostly unfavorable prompting essential inquiries regarding public safety and debates the constitutional infringements on our second amendment rights. Explore the intricacies of Measure 114 and understand the implications for the future of firearm rights in Oregon.
Measure 114 – For the generations to come Read More »
