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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Over-unders and side-by-sides are by no means outdated shotgun designs.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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Gathering the Facts About Gun Control Laws in America
U.S. federal gun laws have a storied history that mostly corresponds with isolated instances of high-profile violence. Despite an often-repeated public narrative, the United States actually has a very complex web of federal gun control laws, along with an even more tangled web of state gun laws–some very strict and nuanced like those found in […]
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The 10 Best Rifles in .308 Winchester You’ll Find on the Shelves
These are the best rifles on the market in .308 Winchester. When it comes to rifle rounds, the .308 Winchester is often one of the more controversial ones. There is a lot of confusion out there because this round was later developed into 7.62×51 NATO that is now almost the standard for military weapons the […]
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Hornet’s Nest Grenade Launcher Shoots Four .410 Shot Shells Simultaneously
Shooting four .410 shot shells at once looks like a lot of fun. Not too long ago, we shared a video from YouTube shooting channel Going Ballistic highlighting a unique attachment for a 40mm grenade launcher called the “Hornet’s Nest.” Basically, it allows the user to fire 18 rounds of .22 long rifle at once […]
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