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12-Gauge vs. 20-Gauge vs .410 Bore: Which Is Best for Home Defense?

BY Travis Pike, Published October 18, 2024

We put 12-gauge, 20-gauge, and .410 bore in a head-to-head competition to see which one is the best for home defense.

Shotgun Patterning 101: Getting Your Shotgun Ready for Home or the Field

BY Travis Pike, Published January 6, 2024

Knowing your shotgun's patterning is the most important thing you can do with a shotgun. So we give you the tips and tricks to get it done!

Reloads vs. Remanufactured Ammunition: What’s the Difference?

BY Aden Tate, Published January 3, 2024

To cut costs, some gun owners turn to reloading or remanufactured ammo. But what’s the difference between these two processes? Come find out!

Guide to Home Defense Shotguns [Ammo, Upgrades, & More]

BY Travis Pike, Published November 9, 2023

We cover everything you need to know about home defense shotguns, including ammo selection, storage, and accessories.

In Stock Ammo: 9mm, 5.56, .22LR, & Other Popular Calibers

BY Eric Hung, Published November 6, 2023

Looking for ammo that's actually in stock? Our widgets run through several ammo retailers for the most popular calibers.

Best Straight-Wall Cartridges & Which States Allow Them

BY Alice Jones Webb, Published August 19, 2023

We run down the list of the best straight-wall cartridges and the states that allow hunters to use them in the field.

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Rifle Ammo Reviews

.17 HMR [Guide]: Best Ammo & Guns

BY Aden Tate, Updated November 23, 2021

Want to know more about .17 HMR? Find out all about this handy cartridge, what it does, why you'd want one, the best ammo, and our favorite guns.

6.8 SPC [The Complete Guide]

BY Travis Pike, Updated June 6, 2019

The AR-15 comes in a lot of different flavors. One great for CQB and extended ranges is the Remington 6.8 SPC. We'll cover ballistics, uses, ammo, and more.

6.5 Creedmoor [Ultimate Guide]: Military's New Caliber

BY Megan Kriss, Updated May 25, 2020

Newly adopted by the US military, find out why the 6.5 Creedmoor rocks. We cover ballistics vs the .308, recommended rifles, AR-10 uppers, ammo, and more.

Rifle Caliber Guide [Definitive Guide+Videos]

BY Eric Hung, Updated October 4, 2019

Quickly learn about the pros and cons of popular rifle calibers with our handy guide. We also cover average price, recoil, and recommended ammo for each.

30-06 M2 AP Armor Piercing Penetration Tests

BY Eric Hung, Updated June 24, 2020

Find out what exactly is the 30-06 M2 AP "Black Tip"? Is it armor piercing, how does it shoot in 30-06 rifles, and can you reload it into .308 rounds?

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Handgun Ammo Reviews

Best 5.7x28mm Guns & Ammo of 2024 [Range-Tested]

BY Megan Kriss AND Jacki Billings, Updated June 23, 2024

FN's 5.7x28mm round is experiencing a renaissance with new pistols and rifles. We go over our top picks of 5.7 guns plus the best available ammo choices.

Best 10mm Ammo [Hunting, Self-Defense, & Plinking]

BY Travis Pike, Published August 15, 2019

Need ammo for your mightly 10mm? We go over our favorite picks for the best 10mm ammo for Self-Defense, Hunting, and affordable Plinking.

[Review] Bersa Thunder & Firestorm .380: Better 007 PPK?

BY David Lane, Updated July 15, 2021

Looking at the updated PPK from Bersa in the form of the Thunder and Firestorm? We cover the differences and review for reliability, accuracy, and more.

[.357 SIG]: Best Ammo & Post-Mortem Review

BY Matthew Collins, Published October 18, 2018

.357 SIG was designed for law enforcement as the perfect cartridge...but didn't take hold. Find out if it deserved its demise and the best ammo you can get.