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different types of 38 special rounds next to each other February 3, 2023

.38 Special Ammo Types

By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

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

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What Is A Fluted Barrel?

By Dave Z No Comments

Something you might hear when shopping for a new rifle is the term fluted barrel. You likely already understand why…

Jan. 27, 2023No comments

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1911 Sizes: Government, Commander, Officer and Defender

By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

If you’re in the market for a 1911, you may have encountered several different 1911 sizes. Colt’s Government and Commander…

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January 8, 2023

The Best Home Defense Shotguns – 2023 Update

What is the best shotgun for home defense? That’s a great question, and one that gets asked a lot. Shotguns…

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May 30, 2023January 8, 2023 by Caleb
Categories Self-Defense
December 20, 2022

9mm Makarov vs. 9mm Luger

When it comes to 9mm cartridges, many shooters don’t know the difference between the 9mm Makarov vs. 9mm Luger. It’s…

Dec. 20, 2022No comments

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By Dave Z No Comments

March 13, 2023December 20, 2022 by Dave Z
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Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
December 12, 2022

What is NATO Ammunition?

If you’ve ever seen “NATO” printed on a box of ammo, you might have wondered what exactly NATO ammunition is.…

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December 12, 2022 by Dave Z
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
December 5, 2022

.38 S&W vs. 38 Special

A common caliber mixup among new and seasoned shooters alike is between the .38 S&W vs. .38 Special.  Despite their…

Dec. 05, 2022No comments

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By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

February 28, 2023December 5, 2022 by McKenzie Hanson
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