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Wrapping Up My First Competition Series: Lessons From the US Concealed Carry League
From March through November, I wrapped up my very first full competition series with the US Concealed Carry League (USCCL), hosted by Ramos Action Shooting at Guncraft in Ruskin, Florida. What started as “let me try this out once” turned into four events, countless new friendships, a deeper understanding of my skill set, and a huge appreciation for what concealed carry competition can actually teach you about yourself. Across all four events I ran my Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 ro
Dec 5, 2025


My Custom Monsoon Tactical Staccato C2 Reveal
There are guns you buy, guns you shoot, and then there are guns you build. The Staccato C2 I’m unveiling here falls into that last category—and honestly, it feels like something more than that. This project has been in motion for months, but the idea behind it started even earlier. Before firearms. Before content creation. Before reviews or sponsorships. Before all of it… there were cars. Japanese imports. HKS. Track nights. Late-night street runs. That whole world shaped me
Nov 24, 2025


First Look: The Canik TTI Combat — A John Wick-Inspired Powerhouse
It finally happened — I picked up my very first Canik, and what a way to start. The Canik TTI Combat isn’t just another polymer-framed pistol; it’s the result of a collaboration between Canik USA and Taran Tactical Innovations (TTI), led by none other than Taran Butler himself — the legendary shooter and trainer behind the firearms choreography in the John Wick movie series. When you see TTI attached to a gun, you know it’s going to be built with speed, control, and performan
Nov 11, 2025


Fusion Firearms XF PRO — a full-metal, no-apologies review
The first time I picked up the Fusion XF PRO it didn’t feel like the usual “me-too” 9mm on the range. It has a weight and presence that tells you immediately this was built from metal and intent, not cost-cut polymer. Fusion went full-metal on purpose: aluminum bar-stock CNC work, an optic-ready slide, a complete rail on the frame, and a grip that points like a pistol that knows what it wants to do. That presence is the XF PRO’s personality, heavy enough to soak recoil, solid
Nov 2, 2025
Full Circle: Welcoming NDZ Performance as the First Official Sponsor of the MacBroz Show
Big news for the MacBroz family — we’ve officially partnered with NDZ Performance as our first-ever show sponsor. For Darius and me, this isn’t just another partnership; this is a full-circle moment. We’ve been NDZ customers for years, long before the cameras, microphones, or podcast sponsors came into play. Their parts have been on our guns, in our builds, and a part of our range days for as long as we can remember. If you’re in the firearms world, you’ve probably heard of N
Oct 26, 2025
Range Days, 365 Upgrades & YouTube Crackdowns
In Episode 63, Josh & Darius jump into the fun of range days, talk through some serious gear upgrades for the Sig P365, and hash out how YouTube’s crackdown on gun/gear content is starting to affect the community.
Oct 21, 2025
Sandwich Debates, Shop Stories & Staccato Secrets with Monsoon
n Episode 62, Josh and Darius bring on special guests from Monsoon Tactical, Vinny & Taylor, for one of the most unexpectedly awesome episodes yet.
Oct 21, 2025
Cremation Wishes, Staccato Cheat Codes & Seasonal Carry!
In Episode 61, Josh & Darius get a little deep (and a little weird) — starting with what they’d want done with their ashes (yes, cremation wishes), sliding into gear talk with “is the Staccato cheating code?” and finishing off with seasonal carry strategies (because yes, your shirt length and ambient temps change everything).
Oct 21, 2025
Florida Goes Permitless Open Carry & New Gear Drops!
In Episode 60, Josh and Darius dive into some big-news scene changes: Florida’s shift to permit-less open carry is shaking things up, and the guys aren’t holding back on how it impacts everyday carry strategies.
Oct 21, 2025
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