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May 5, 2023

.38 Special vs. .357 Magnum – Caliber Comparison

By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

When talking about revolvers, shooters often compare the .38 Special vs. .357 Magnum cartridges. Both are centerfire, rimmed revolver rounds…

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Best Pistol Brands

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Nearly every experienced shooter has an opinion on what the best pistol brands are. During my years working at gun…

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.38 Special vs. 9mm – Caliber Comparison

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It’s hard not to compare the .38 Special vs. 9mm. Both cartridges have had years of popularity for self defense,…

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March 29, 2023

Revolver Calibers – Rundown on Wheelgun Rounds

There’s a reason revolvers are still a popular choice among shooters — compared to semi-auto pistols, they’re relatively easy to…

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March 29, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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March 3, 2023

Hornady Critical Defense .38 Special +P 110gr FTX Review

The Hornady Critical Defense .38 Special +P 110gr FTX is a round you’ll find in many everyday carry revolvers. Hornady’s…

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March 3, 2023March 3, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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February 17, 2023

How to Disassemble a Glock Magazine

If you’ve ever wondered how to disassemble a Glock magazine, you’ve landed in the right place. While the concept and…

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February 17, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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February 3, 2023

.38 Special Ammo Types

When selecting rounds for your .38 revolver, there are many different .38 Special ammo types to choose from. Broadly speaking,…

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February 28, 2023February 3, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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