About First World Crusader
Our Mission
First World Crusader is an independent firearms publication dedicated to helping responsible gun owners make informed purchasing decisions through trusted reviews, detailed buying guides, educational resources, and industry news.
Our mission is simple.
Provide honest, useful, and well-researched information that helps our readers choose the right firearms, optics, accessories, and gear with confidence.
Whether you’re purchasing your first handgun, building a precision rifle, upgrading your carry setup, or searching for the best firearm deals online, our goal is to save you time, money, and frustration.
What We Cover
First World Crusader publishes content across a wide range of topics, including:
- Firearm Reviews
- Optic Reviews
- Accessory Reviews
- Buying Guides
- Product Comparisons
- Firearm News
- Training Resources
- Maintenance Guides
- Gunsmithing Basics
- Concealed Carry
- Hunting Equipment
- Shooting Accessories
- Survival & Preparedness
- Daily Gun Deals
We create content for everyone, from first-time firearm owners to experienced shooters looking for their next upgrade.
Our Editorial Philosophy
We believe readers deserve honest recommendations.
Our reviews and buying guides are based on hands-on experience whenever practical, combined with research, technical specifications, industry knowledge, and objective evaluation.
We do not allow manufacturers, advertisers, or affiliate partners to purchase favorable reviews.
If we receive products from manufacturers for evaluation, we disclose that relationship whenever appropriate.
Our reputation is worth more than any commission.
Why Trust First World Crusader?
Choosing firearms and accessories can be overwhelming.
Our goal is to simplify that process by providing straightforward, unbiased information that helps readers make better purchasing decisions.
We strive to provide:
- Honest product reviews
- Objective comparisons
- Practical recommendations
- Beginner-friendly educational content
- Detailed buying guides
- Accurate industry information
- The best firearm and gear deals available
We believe transparency builds trust, which is why we maintain dedicated pages covering our editorial standards, affiliate relationships, and review methodology.
About the Founder
Joseph Kocik
Founder & Editor
I’m Joseph Kocik, founder of First World Crusader.
I’m a U.S. Army veteran and lifelong firearms enthusiast with a passion for firearms, optics, gear, and the Second Amendment.
I created First World Crusader to build the resource I wished existed when I began researching firearms and equipment years ago.
Today, that mission remains the same: help readers cut through marketing hype and make informed purchasing decisions based on reliable information and real-world experience.
When I’m not writing, researching, or testing products, I’m continually expanding First World Crusader into one of the most trusted online resources for firearms owners.
Our Standards
Every article published on First World Crusader is held to high editorial standards.
We strive to ensure our content is:
- Accurate
- Up to date
- Well researched
- Clearly written
- Helpful to readers
- Regularly reviewed and updated
If we make a mistake, we correct it.
If information becomes outdated, we update it.
Our readers deserve nothing less.
Looking Ahead
Our long-term vision is to make First World Crusader one of the most trusted firearms publications online.
As we continue to grow, readers can expect:
- More hands-on reviews
- Expanded buying guides
- Improved comparison tools
- Daily firearm deal tracking
- New educational resources
- Interactive product tools
- A growing library of firearm knowledge
We’re committed to building a resource that serves firearm owners for years to come.
Contact Us
Have a question, correction, partnership opportunity, or product you’d like us to review?
We’d love to hear from you.
Visit our Contact page or email us at:
contact@firstworldcrusader.com
Other Contributors
Sometimes we have other people post articles, which are not full-time employees.
We hold them to our standards and vet them thoroughly to ensure we put out the best quality content.
With that being said, First World Crusader is always looking for great people to work with.
If you think you would make a valuable asset, please get in touch with us through email or head over to the Contact Us page. We can talk about working together.