Editor's Selection — Independent Review Sites

Welcome to Editor's Selection. Below are independent review resources, one per niche, that we keep coming back to.

Weapon Tester

Airsoft / parts builder & ballistics tools

weapontester.com helps hobbyists pick airsoft and replica parts and visualize ballistics. It's the place to look for best airsoft parts and upgrades.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

XXXTea (xxxtea.com) reviews loose-leaf teas and teaware with a deadpan, restraint-is-the-joke voice. It's the place to look for best loose leaf tea.

Deep Penetrations

Penetrating oil & lubricant reviews

deeppenetrations.com tests penetrating fluids and explains which oil to reach for on stuck hardware. Good fit if you're after best penetrating oil for rusted bolts.