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July 14, 2022

Parts of a Pistol – Explained

If you are new to the wide world of handguns, you might not know all the parts of a pistol…

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July 14, 2022 by Dave Z
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June 30, 2022

Types of Rifles

If you’re a rifle novice, it’s time you learned what types of rifles you can buy. We’re not going to…

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June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 by Dave Z
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June 23, 2022

What is a Forward Assist on an AR-15?

The vast majority of AR-15 pattern rifles feature something called a “forward assist.” An AR-15’s forward assist is positioned just…

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June 23, 2022 by Dave Z
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June 16, 2022

Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite Upgrades

There are many Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite upgrades available for the small, lightweight .22LR pistol. Although it is a…

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November 29, 2023June 16, 2022 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Competition, Range Training
June 3, 2022

Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite Review

The Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite is a small and versatile .22LR pistol built to fill a variety of needs.…

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November 29, 2023June 3, 2022 by McKenzie Hanson
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Categories Competition, Range Training
May 26, 2022

Types of Pistols Explained

There are many different types of pistols available on the market, making it difficult for some new shooters to navigate…

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May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 by McKenzie Hanson
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May 20, 2022

What Are the Basic Parts of Ammunition?

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 20, 2022 by McKenzie Hanson
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