Red Dot Pistol Training I have been shooting handguns for over 45 years; 35 of those as a law enforcement firearms instructor. Entering the law enforcement field in the mid-1980s, it was all iron sights even on carbines, though red dots had been around since the mid-70s. Eventually red dots (some are actually green dots […]
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6.5 Grendel Ballistics and Cartridge Guide
6.5 Grendel Ballistics: This 6.5 Grendel Ballistics chart shows 90 grain Federal American Eagle Varmint and Predator rounds: Muzzle 100 YDS 200 YDS 300 YDS Velocity (FPS) 3000 2641 2309 2002 Energy (FT/LB) 1798 1394 1065 801 Drop (Inch) / +1.7 0 -8.3 This 6.5 Grendel Ballistics chart shows 130 grain Federal Premium Gold Medal […]
Is It A Good Idea To Clear Your Own Home?
Every so often I read something that makes me scratch my head — not necessarily because the thing is stupid, but because we’ve covered the topic before. I’ve covered it when I was editor at Concealed Carry, other people have covered it on other publications, and yet people still do it. So, it obviously needs […]
Top 5 Best 5.7X28 Guns (Plus a Bonus)
The 5.7X28 round isn’t exactly new. FN Herstal first released this cartridge several years back, with a couple dedicated guns, the P(S)90 and the FN Five-seveN. There was originally a lot of obscurity surrounding it and what it was capable of, which we touch on more in depth in the below-linked article. Suffice it to […]
3 Reasons to Sell Guns You Don’t Use
Wait, this is a blog about owning guns, right? So why am I writing a blog post about the reasons why you might want to sell your unneeded guns? I’m telling you to sell your guns because now is a good time to sell any oddballs that you have, that you don’t use, and aren’t […]
5 United States Based Outdoor Companies You Should Support
Today many companies associated with shooting, hunting and even just everyday outdoor recreation have suffered hard financial times, some more than others. This of course, applies to our “made in the USA” businesses. As sportsmen and women, we should consider buying “Made in the USA” products next time you need to purchase ammunition, firearms or […]
Report: The 2022 Lucid Optics Ballistic Summit
Lucid Optics Ballistic Summit held at the NRA Whittington Center just south of Raton, New Mexico, kicked off again this year in early September, a pleasant time to be in the mountains of northern New Mexico for sure. This event is intended to give media outlets a look at current and upcoming products in the […]
Hunting Varmint And Predators in The United States
What is varmint hunting? Varmint hunting is an American phrase for the killing of non-game animals that are normally seen as pests. While not an efficient form of pest control, it does provide recreational hunting for hunters and is much less regulated. Varmint species are often responsible for detrimental effects on crops, livestock, landscaping, infrastructure, […]
5 Reasons To Keep Stocking Ammo
With increasing frequency, ammo is becoming the focus of control efforts by political and governmental entities that view guns and all associated with them as evil. It never ceases to amaze me as to how little thought is given to ammo and its availability. Below are just a few of the challenges and considerations we […]
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, […]