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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Writer Profile: Dave Z
Dave Zimmerman founded Target Barn back in 1982. What started as a hobby selling guns and accessories at local gun shows, turned into a flourishing business providing customers with top-quality cardboard targets and great deals on ammo.
Dave has had the opportunity to participate in many shooting sports, including shooting the NRA Bianchi Cup, the World Speed Shooting Championship, several USPSA and IDPA National Championship matches, an IDPA World Championship match, and has even traveled internationally for matches. Dave likes to use the knowledge he’s gained over the years from his time in the gun industry and experience shooting matches to help educate the next generation of shooters.
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.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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Types of Shotguns
Shooters typically refer to shotguns by their bore diameters – e.g. 12 Gauge, 20 Gauge and 410 Bore. But this…
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Boat Tail Bullets
New shooters are often flummoxed by the letters “BT,” which frequently follow the names of several types of bullets: FMJBT,…
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Sabot Slugs vs. Rifled Slugs
If you’re new to shotguns, it’s important to learn the basics of shotgun ammo and we’re here to help! Today…
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Berdan vs. Boxer Primers
When it comes to ammo shopping, one question shooters may ask is about berdan vs. boxer primers: what’s the difference…
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What is +P Ammo?
Overpressure ammo, also known as +P ammo, is ammo that is loaded to generate a higher-than-standard chamber pressure during ignition.…
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