Gun Reviews, Tips And Accessories
3 Best Handguns Under $500
Whether you’re a new shooter looking for an everyday carry pistol or a seasoned pro ready to add to your home defense arsenal, these are some of the best options at an affordable price point. A full-size semi-automatic might be great for the range or your bedside table, but more compact options typically make better […]
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The Can Cannon: The Unique AR Attachment That Can Send a Soda Flying
The only limits to the Can Cannon may be your imagination. The world of firearms is filled with many interesting spin-off products. People are constantly experimenting and developing new and fascinating ways to use your firearms. If you own an AR-15 or M16 rifle, did you know you can use it to launch soda cans […]
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Browning Firearms: A Brief Company History, and a Few Highlights From Their Lineup
Browning Arms can trace its roots to the 1870s and John M. Browning himself. The history of Browning Arms is, in many ways, representative of the history of firearms in the United States from the mid-19th century to the present. The Browning Arms Company was originally founded in 1878 in Ogden, Utah by the legendary firearms inventor and designer John Moses Browning and his brother Matthew […]
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Double Barrel Shotguns: Ideal Choices for Various Uses
Over-unders and side-by-sides are by no means outdated shotgun designs. Double-barreled shotguns come in two varieties, over-under or side-by-side, which denotes the arrangement of the gun’s two barrels. Both types are break-action shotguns, typically with a reliable and rugged boxlock mechanism. Currently, over-under shotguns are more common, but a good side-by-side shotgun (SXS) still has its place and fans. Double guns […]
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Time to Celebrate With the Guns.com 4th of July Sale
Here’s the scoop on the incredible savings you’ll see throughout Guns.com’s 4th of July Sale. We’ve already filled you in on Guns.com and their primary summer-long promotion, which waives shipping fees for all gun purchases from their online marketplace. If that wasn’t cool enough, Guns.com is also holding an epic 4th of July Sale, which […]
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Uzi: The History of One of the Most Iconic Submachine Guns of All Time
The Uzi submachine gun is one of the most recognizable in the world. When it comes to firearms, there are some that are easily recognizable just based on their profile alone. The iconic Israeli-made Uzi is one of them. First utilized by the Israel Defense Force, this gun has gone on to live a long […]
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Ruger Mini-14: An Iconic, and Controversial Semi-Auto Sporting Rifle
The Ruger Mini-14 takes parts of its design from one of the most famous guns ever. There is a plethora of options on the centerfire semi-automatic rifle market these days. Most people gravitate towards an AR or AK-style platform when looking for a tactical or semi-auto hunting gun. This leaves classic guns like the Ruger […]
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Tactical Handguns: Characteristics, Features, and a Few Suggestions
This is what makes a tactical handgun tactical in the 21st century. What exactly makes a handgun ”tactical?” These days, some might say an aggressively stippled grip, as many accessories as you can fit on it, and an FDE finish. However, there was a time when a good ol’ .45 ACP 1911 pistol was the epitome of tactical handguns. In my […]
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The Best Handgun Caliber for Self-Defense Gets Reviewed From a Practical Perspective
Greg Ellifritz has released the results of a study that determined the best self-defense caliber once and for all. Shooters love to fight with each other about the best handgun caliber for self-defense. Should you use a 9mm or a .45 ACP? What about a .22 Long Rifle or a .44 Magnum? While handgun ballistics tests […]
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Extreme AK 103 Torture Test Runs Out of Ammo Before the Gun Can Break
Not even 1,400 rounds can break an AK. You will hear a lot of arguments these days about what the best rifles on the market are. Some gun enthusiasts can argue about AR and AK platforms until the cows come home. Russian gunmaker Kalashnikov did not take too kindly to some people trashing their AK-100 […]
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