For someone deciding to carry a handgun in public, the topic of “how” to carry will soon become an overwhelmingly important topic of discussion. Amidst the many options from today’s tactical marketplace to the traditional mainstays, there is sure to be a solution for anyone that decides it’s time to “go armed.” Two of the […]
Continue reading →If you carry a handgun for self defense, you really should attach a laser to it. Yeah, I know tons of people clutch their pearls whenever anyone suggests any other way besides iron sights when aiming. But this isn’t the 19th century—and we don’t recommend lasers because it’s the 21st either. For example, we don’t […]
Continue reading →We’re all likely familiar with 9mm Parabellum rounds: the common caliber for law enforcement and for the United States military and NATO. You may think there’s probably a good reason why so many highly trained officers use that caliber. Well, you’d be right. Between a .45 ACP and a 9mm, there’s no clearly defined winner, […]
Continue reading →When selecting your home defense firearm, the first thing to think about is what caliber of ammunition you want to use. There are several options available for handguns, so how do you decide? Among the popular options are .357 Magnums and .38 Specials, which, interestingly enough, can be fired with the same gun in many […]
Continue reading →When you’re considering how to best protect yourself from a home invasion, ear protection may not often cross your mind. While it’s something required at gun ranges and when hunting, ear protection is also not advertised or marketed toward home defense applications. So, what do you need for ear protection and how can you put […]
Continue reading →Being a woman in the world is getting harder and it’s even more difficult when you’re a little (no pun intended) on the smaller side. You may have been told not to go out after dark or to stay out of certain parts of town, but sometimes that’s just not possible. The good news is […]
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The revolver is an awesome weapon and one you still see on the shelves of every gun store. The simple reason why is even though automatic handguns are extremely popular, the revolver still has some advantages. It’s a more elegant weapon from a less civilized time, and revolvers are proven workhorses. Here are ten reasons […]
Continue reading →Finding the right powder for.30-06 rifles is a great idea since this caliber is one of the most versatile around for hunting. Ranging from the Springfield 22” Bolt Action Rifle to the Browning AB3 Composite Stalker and the Weatherby Vanguard, these firearms all are .30-06. And the best part about most .30-06 ammunition is that […]
Continue reading →Reloading calipers are vital because safety is of paramount importance when it comes to reloading. Reloading cartridges the wrong way is an excellent way to blow your gun, if not your hand. Second to this consideration is reliability. A good reloader makes reliable ammo, and tools necessary to ensure your ammo is both safe and […]
Continue reading →So why get accessories for your Canik 55 TP9? Well, the Canik 55 TP-9 is a somewhat modified clone of the famous Walther P99 and some have claimed it to be an improvement due to things like the mag release function. However, nobody is selling a budget handgun with a full set of accessories, and […]
Continue reading →The Glock pistol series likes to claim they are perfect, but that’s just marketing jive. Glock pistols overall are wonderful guns, reliable, simple, and perfect for mass production. One thing that has always been a weak point on Glock pistols is the sights. The cheap plastic sights that are included work, but they are far […]
Continue reading →Finding the best scope for 7.62×39 rifles is a bit tricky. While the bullet is most associated with the AK47 series, it’s also in an absolute ton of other weapons, including modern battle rifles, bolt-action hunting rifles, and even some AR15 variants. Therefore, scope makers have taken note and introduced a wide variety of different […]
Continue reading →So why get a coyote hunting light? It’s simple. Coyotes are one of the most challenging predators to hunt in the United States. They’re little, mean, and clever. And they are one of the few animals that you can hunt at night with a spotlight or flashlight (state laws might vary, however). Coyotes are almost […]
Continue reading →The Ruger Charger, especially when coupled with a scope, is one fascinating firearm. It’s technically a pistol but was originally designed as a rifle. Since it’s also a small, fun pistol, the gun needs a certain kind of scope, one that’ll work well with handguns. Needless to say, like for any scoped weapon, the optic […]
Continue reading →The .223 caliber cartridge is probably the most popular centerfire rifle cartridge in the United States. It’s used extensively for a wide variety of applications and this includes hunting varmints. The .223 is a powerful and stable round that has more effective range than rimfire rounds when it comes to hunting varmint. Varmint are often […]
Continue reading →The US Navy created Mk12 upper receiver has spawned a number of imitators from authentic to look-alikes. The history and creation of the Mk 12 is so complex as to defy ready summarization in an article of this type, but you can find a reasonably complete accounting on Wikipedia. Rather, we are far more interested […]
Continue reading →Nobody loves a dirty rifle bore. At best, it shows poor maintenance. At worst, it affects your accuracy and becomes increasingly hard to clean. With that in mind, it’s always best to clean your bore on a regular basis, although just what constitutes regular cleaning is something of a debate as we’ll touch on later. […]
Continue reading →A special purpose rifle (SPR) is a semi-auto rifle dedicated to being a precision weapon. It falls in between a sniper rifle and a normal rifle. Most commonly, this is an AR 15, and in the United States, it’s the most prevalent. Scoping an SPR can be difficult. You need an optic that will let […]
Continue reading →The Tavor is one of the most popular bullpup rifles in the United States. Due to its odd configuration, some folks aren’t so sure what’s the best way to scope it. The bullpup Tavor is perfect for both standard rifle engagements. The Tavor is also a very short rifle so close quarters combat is a […]
Continue reading →CZ as a gun company is mostly known for their fantastic series of handguns. Still, most CZ shooters come for the pistols but stay for the rifles. The CZ 455 is one such rifle. It’s rugged, good-looking, and a very polished and reliable rifle. Like most bolt action rifles, the gun can benefit greatly from […]
Continue reading →The .450 Bushmaster is a beast of a round. Designed with the idea of hunting large game like bear, hogs, werewolves, whatever. The .450 Bushmaster is most commonly chambered in AR cartridges and like all rifles can benefit from a quality scope. Understanding the .450 Bushmaster strengths and weaknesses is key to finding a solid […]
Continue reading →BSA scopes and factories have been around a lot longer than most people realize. They are a premier British optics company that has long served their country and are now taking a commercial route. Although they are a small company, they make a ton of different optics. They produce red dots, variable scopes, scopes for […]
Continue reading →The Glock 20 is one of the most powerful production Glocks out there, and it’s one of the few automatic handguns used for hunting. Because you are often climbing through and over thick brush, however, you could easily drop and lose your Glock 20, which would be damaging to both your wallet and your ego. […]
Continue reading →Handguns are not always the lightest things in the world. While a plethora of small, lightweight pistols exist, most are in fact somewhat bulky and heavy, which makes carrying them slightly problematic at times. One cannot just use any old belt to hang a shootin’ iron off of, especially larger full-sized semi autos or long-barrel […]
Continue reading →The Ruger P89 is a classic American firearm. It’s affordable and reliable and was, for a while, everywhere. Is it perfect? No, but that’s okay. You see, the American firearms industry can do a hell of a lot to improve upon everyday handguns, and the P89 is the very definition of an everyday semi-auto pistol. […]
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