*Editor’s Note: The following article was originally published in October, 2017 but has been updated and republished to continue to reflect the best home defense shotguns as well as serving as a guide to shotgun action types, shotgun gauges, and other important info.* Without a doubt, the shotgun is one of the most versatile firearms […]
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What is a Brush Gun, And Do I Need One To Hunt?
I remember the first time I was handed a brush gun, it was a Marlin 336 lever action chambered in 35 Remington, which is a decent caliber for taking deer. It belonged to an old friend who, I sadly lost touch with. And, though I had been hunting for many years prior to that occurrence, […]
Top 5 Best Snub Nose Revolvers | My Personal Pick (2020)
I’m a big fan of the snubby revolver. I’ve had one for several years now that I’ve shot a lot that made this list of the top 5 best snub nose revolvers. I’ve also had the chance to shoot several other brands a bunch of different times that make this list, but not my personal […]
Is Remanufactured Ammo Bad For My Gun?
If you haven’t noticed there’s a bit of an ammunition shortage going on right now with the corona virus in full swing as well as being knee deep in an election year. So much so that we’ve put together a brand new website dedicated to showing in-stock ammunition for the most popular calibers. You can […]
Is It Safe To Dry Fire My Gun? (And Why Dry Fire Practice Is Essential)
I peruse gun forums and Facebook groups on a regular basis and sometimes I see questions asked that deserve extra clarification or answers that are downright dangerous. A question I saw just today, was this: Is it safe to dry fire my gun? Yes, you’re more than likely safe to dry fire your gun unless […]
Nighthawk Custom 1911 Drop-in Trigger System Review
I have a well documented love of the M1911/A1 pistol. I have loved the platform since my pre-teen years and have written of my first firearm love several times. It is, in my opinion, one of the finest firearms designs ever put on paper and into production. The 1911 has been used by several generations […]
What Kind Of Ammo Should I Use in My Pistol? (Self-Defense, Home Defense, Target Practice)
Using The Best Ammo Possible, For Any Situation Having a proper understanding of ammunition and which type of ammo you can and should probably be using in your self-defense gun is a good idea. The main reason why, is because having the wrong ammunition in your gun can be detrimental to your survival if you’re […]
Can I Put A Gun Cabinet or Safe In My Garage?
A while back, one of my old neighbors bought a huge, heavy 60 gun safe that took eight of us to move. Because it was so big, there was no way he was going to get that safe in his house without doing some serious remodeling. What we ended up doing, instead, was putting this […]
Why Does My Pistol Keep Jamming?
All guns will jam from time to time, to include the best semi-auto pistol to your classic revolver. The difference between the two, is that when a semi-auto jams, like a Glock, it’s usually easy to fix. Comparatively, when a revolver jams, it may require the gun to come apart in order to be […]
Why Are Shot Timers So Much Money?
Arguably one of the best things you can do to up your proficiency as a defensive shooter is to use a shot timer to gauge your progress of both speed and accuracy. The main reason being, if you react quickly during an attack and have the ability to put shots on target in an accurate […]