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Writer Profile: McKenzie Hanson

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McKenzie first became interested in guns as a teenager when her uncle, a firearms instructor at a large training facility, introduced her to shooting. Once she turned 21, she began training at her local range and bought her first to gun to carry for self defense. Since then, she’s worked many years behind the gun counter, at gun shows, and as a range officer. In her spare time, McKenzie likes to shoot USPSA, Steel Challenge, and NRL22 matches.

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March 22, 2024

CCI Blazer Brass 9mm Review

If you’ve ever shopped for range ammo, you’ve likely come across CCI Blazer Brass 9mm. There is a wide selection…

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March 22, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
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Categories Range Training
March 8, 2024

How to Store Ammo – Ammo Storage Tips

Curious how to store ammo to make it last? You’ve landed in the right spot. If you’re a gun owner…

Mar. 08, 2024No comments

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March 15, 2024March 8, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
February 27, 2024

Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Review

 If you’re in the market for a self defense round for your 9mm pistol, it’s likely that you’ve come across…

Feb. 27, 2024No comments

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February 27, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Self-Defense
February 9, 2024

9mm vs. .45 ACP – Caliber Comparison

The 9mm vs. .45 ACP debate is a contentious one among shooters. These two pistol calibers, created within four years…

Feb. 09, 2024No comments

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December 18, 2024February 9, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
February 1, 2024

Best 9mm Ammo

Whether you’re gearing up for range day or loading your pistol for self defense, you want to be sure you’re…

Feb. 01, 2024No comments

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February 1, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Competition, Range Training, Self-Defense
January 12, 2024

.380 vs. 9mm – Caliber Comparison

When choosing a gun for self defense, many shooters find themselves comparing the .380 vs. 9mm. Many of the popular…

Jan. 12, 2024No comments

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October 9, 2024January 12, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
January 3, 2024

Most Common Ammo – Top Calibers

If you’re considering buying your first gun, you may be wondering what the most common ammo available is. Shooting a…

Jan. 03, 2024No comments

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January 3, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
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