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basic parts of ammunition hero image May 20, 2022

What Are the Basic Parts of Ammunition?

By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

The basic parts of ammunition are the same for rifle, pistol, and shotgun ammo. Knowing how ammo works is an…

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May 13, 2022

Vortex Venom vs. Viper

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Shooters shopping for an affordable and reliable red dot optic often find themselves comparing the Vortex Venom vs Viper red…

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2011 vs 1911 May 5, 2022

2011 vs. 1911 – What’s the Difference?

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The 1911 is an iconic handgun in American history, so it should be no surprise that variations of the pistol…

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April 27, 2022

Hornady Critical Duty vs. Critical Defense

J.W. Hornady’s goal for his company’s ammunition was always the same: “Ten bullets in the same hole.” But accuracy alone…

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April 14, 2022

Lead Shot vs. Steel Shot

New shotgun shooters often ask what the difference is between lead shot vs. steel shot. Not all shotshells are created…

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March 11, 2022

What to Wear to a Gun Range

Navigating the world of firearms as a new shooter can be intimidating and confusing. One important detail to be prepared…

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March 1, 2022

.38 Special vs .38 Super

It’s not uncommon that we see new shooters mixing up calibers when shopping for ammo. One of the biggest mix-ups…

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