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September 22, 2023

What Does a Pistol Compensator Do?

If you’ve ever been to a public range, you’ve likely seen someone with a pistol compensator mounted on their handgun.…

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September 22, 2023 by Dave Z
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
September 15, 2023

What is Ball Ammo?

The first time you hear of “ball ammo,” you might assume it’s the less-lethal rubber ball shotgun shells riot police…

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September 15, 2023September 15, 2023 by Dave Z
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
September 8, 2023

SKS vs. AK-47 – Rifle Rundown

If you’ve ever browsed your local gun shop or gun show, you’ve likely come across two examples of Soviet firepower:…

Sep. 08, 2023No comments

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By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

September 8, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories History, Range Training, Self-Defense
August 25, 2023

Handgun Sizes Explained

When choosing a gun for concealed carry, you’ll want to consider the different handgun sizes available. Pistols come in several…

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August 27, 2023August 25, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
August 18, 2023

Ways To Conceal Carry

One of the many things to learn as a new gun owner is all of the different ways to conceal…

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August 18, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Self-Defense
August 4, 2023

.38 Special vs. .40 S&W: Caliber Comparison

Two popular self defense rounds a shooter might compare when choosing a round to carry are the .38 Special vs.…

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August 4, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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Categories History, Range Training, Self-Defense
July 28, 2023

Leupold vs. Vortex – Optics Brand Comparison

Leupold vs. Vortex: two major players in the optics game but what are the differences between the two and which…

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July 28, 2023 by Dave Z
Categories Competition, Range Training, Self-Defense
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