About Rogue Gunfighter

Rogue Gunfighter is a no-BS tactical gear review site. We test plate carriers, helmets, chest rigs, weapon lights, medical kits, belts, and holsters — then publish what worked, what didn't, and what to buy instead.

The Gear Score

Every review includes a proprietary Gear Score from 0 to 100, composed of:

  • Durability — 25 pts. Stitching, materials, fasteners, failure modes.
  • Weight — 25 pts. Empty-weight compared to category norms.
  • Value — 20 pts. What you get per dollar.
  • Modularity — 20 pts. Platform compatibility, configurability.
  • Warranty — 10 pts. Length, transferability, responsiveness.

Scores are editorially calibrated to the entire field. A 70 is good. An 85 is excellent. A 90+ is something we'll personally defend to anyone who asks.

What we don't do

  • Accept paid reviews or sponsored posts masquerading as editorial.
  • Soften reviews for brands that send us gear. If it broke, we say it broke.
  • Cite stopping power claims that aren't backed by an NIJ certification report. "Level III+" is a manufacturer rating — we always reference the test.

How we make money

Affiliate links. When you buy through AvantLink, CJ, or Impact.com links on this site, we earn a commission — at no additional cost to you. Scores and recommendations are not influenced by commission rate. See our affiliate disclosure for details.

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