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Best 38 Special Ammo For Self-Defense

November 24, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

The 38 Special is one of the most popular handgun calibers for self-defense. At least part of the reason why is because it has been around for so many years and has really had the chance for wide adoption. Another reason is because revolvers that shoot 357 Magnum will also be able to shoot the […]

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4 Best 45 ACP Ammo For Self-Defense

November 5, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

45 Automatic is one of the most misunderstood rounds of handgun ammunition ever developed. Before we get into what I’d consider to be the best 45 Auto rounds for self-defense, we’re first going to dispel some myths regarding this cartridge. Just because something is bigger doesn’t necessarily mean it’s better. Then again, just because something […]

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Best 380 ACP Ammo For Self-Defense

October 15, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

The 380 ACP gets a lot of mixed reviews as a self-defense cartridge. Truth be told, there is a reason for this and many of the “experts” have claimed that it is insufficient for stopping an attack. Other people who I’d consider to be smart have said that the 380 ACP is likely the smallest […]

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Best 357 Magnum Ammo For Self-Defense

October 12, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

There tends to be two different trains of thought regarding self-defense ammo. The first thought says a bigger, heavier projectile is best for stopping an attack. The second one says that a smaller, but faster projectile is best. Truth be told, either one can be correct. When comparing 9mm vs 45 ACP, for example, this […]

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Can 9mm Stop A Bear?

September 29, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

Our discussion on the capabilities of the 9mm Luger continue. This time, we’ll be answering the following question: Can 9mm Stop a Bear? Yes, while it is far from the best choice, a 9mm can stop an angry, charging bear under the right circumstances when proper shot placement is achieved and as long as the […]

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Can You Use 9MM FMJ For Self-Defense

September 28, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

The internet is filled with many different opinions on what is right or wrong regarding what type of ammunition you should use in any given situation. While many of the opinions out there mean well, some of them are false, or baked in half truths. Based in fact, let’s examine the answer for the following […]

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Can 9mm Shoot Through a Car Door?

September 27, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

Can 9mm shoot through a car door? Yes 9mm can shoot through a car door, but how far the round goes will depend a lot on the ammo being used as well as the angle of the person shooting in relation to the car door. Let’s expand on this further. A while back I took […]

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Best 357 Ammo For Bear Defense

September 27, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

There are a lot of differing opinions on the ability of the 357 Magnum round for bear defense. Whether or not you believe it’s a capable round or not doesn’t diminish the fact that some people will use it as their sidearm in the woods no matter what. The truth of the matter is that […]

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5.56 NATO VS 6.8 SPC Ballistics, Recoil, Etc

September 24, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

The caliber wars rage on. But I don’t handle this topic the same way everyone else does. My main goal with this blog is education and I only want to help you understand the facts about the calibers so you can make the best possible choice. I will choose a winner at the end of […]

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300 H&H Magnum Ballistics and Cartridge Guide

September 22, 2021 By Joshua Gillem

300 H&H Magnum Ballistics Charts: This 300 H&H Magnum ballistics chart shows 180 Grain Federal Trophy rounds with a ballistic coefficient of .500: Muzzle 100 YDS 200 YDS Velocity (FPS) 2880 2695 2517 Energy (FT/LB) 3315 2902 2532 Drop (Inch) / +1.6 0 This 300 H&H Magnum ballistics chart shows 180 Grain InterBond Hornady with […]

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