Best Firearms Blogs

If you’re reading this, you read gun blogs. You’re probably like me and prefer to read your content rather than watch, or at the very least, you mix it up a bit.

Thanks, because without you, there is no one to read my half-cocked articles! I joke, but readers are what motivate us to sit at our laptops for hours on end, and we appreciate you!

With that in mind, Pew Pew Tactical isn’t the only gun blog out there -- shocking, I know.

So, today, we are going to look at some of my other favorite gun blogs from across the internet.

How I Chose the Best Gun Blogs

In writing this list, you might see some big names left off, like Recoil or Guns & Ammo. I derive value from those websites, but their legacy is in print media, and I wanted to keep this list to resources that are exclusively online.

I also didn’t include awesome websites like Forgotten Weapons or GB Guns Depot because they are primarily YouTube creators.

I’ve broken this list down into three categories. We have the all-around big dog blogs that cover a bit of everything, then we have the specialized blogs, and finally the (mostly) one-man shows that punch above their weight class.

To keep the list relatively short, I limited myself to three selections per category.

Best All-Around Blogs

1. The Firearm Blog

You want firearm news, reviews, and new releases without politics? The Firearm Blog is for you. Not talking about politics and covering guns can be tough, but the folks at The Firearm Blog have found a way to do just that.

They can even tackle legislation without devolving into the politics around it, which just seems so difficult.

Highlights for me include coverage of firearms from around the world. Most gun blogs are American-centric, but The Firearm Blog has an international team that covers everything.

How else will I learn about Russia’s latest light machine gun? Or learn about the intricacies of firearms laws around the globe?

The Firearm Blog delivers excellent content that can be read and watched via TFB TV.

2. AmmoLand

AmmoLand covers a wide variety of subjects. They have coverage on gun reviews, new releases, politics, legislation, and so much more. They’ve been behind some of the biggest breaking stories in the firearms world, like Operation Fast and Furious.

They are one of the few resources that cover internal politics at gun rights organizations and have insider information on the latest fights for gun rights. They touch on stories that I’ve never heard of, most recently I learned that anti-hunting groups are trying to hijack Florida’s bear hunt. I live in Florida and haven’t heard of that.

AmmoLand is a one-stop shop for gun rights news, gun reviews, deals, and more. They’ve been a staple of gun blogs for years now and show no sign of slowing down.

3. Gun University

As the name implies, Gun University is a one-stop shop for learning about firearms. They cover gun news, gun and gear reviews, and aren’t afraid to dive into the weeds of a subject. Gun University is constantly tackling subjects that other blogs can’t touch.

Firearms attorney Ryan Cleckner co-founded the website and provides in-depth knowledge of subjects like 922R and reviews and explanations of various concealed carry insurance programs from an attorney’s viewpoint. Not to mention his history as a U.S. Army sniper gives him a distinct expert voice on multiple subjects.

Dave Chesson also co-founded the blog and has an expertise in international arms dealing and extensive knowledge of dealing with the ATF, ITAR, and a military background to tie it all together.

They hire a diverse set of writers that includes everyone from small arms repair technicians from the U.S. Army to Kyle Lamb of Viking Tactics.

Specialized Favorites

4. Lucky Gunner Lounge

Lucky Gunner’s main business is selling ammo, but tucked away on the website is the Lucky Gunner Lounge. There, Chris Baker and crew provide some awesome insights into ammo and firearms as a whole.

They do a mix of content, but they are one of the best resources for information about ammunition.

The Lucky Gunner gel tests are absolutely invaluable, and they’ve tackled most major calibers and even gotten into pocket pistols 5.7x28mm and more. They also tackle history, like the FBI’s adoption of the 10mm, and specialized information like Bear Defense.

The Lucky Gunner Lounge is a tome of awesome information. It’s paired with the Lucky Gunner channel where Chris Baker provides excellent information that’s highly edited and informative. Additionally, you can’t beat the Manny Mansfield videos.

5. AR Build Junkie

The AR is America's Rifle, and there are countless incarnations of the platform in countless calibers. The little Armalite Rifle has become a mainstay of American gun ownership. It’s not a surprise that an entire website would pop up to cover the AR family.

AR Build Junkie brings you the latest and greatest in AR news. They dive into the latest whizbang cartridges and cover everything from suppressors to optics for America’s favorite platform.

AR Build Junkie is an excellent resource for anyone with an interest in the AR platform.

My personal favorite content is the interviews with AR experts, including competition shooters from multiple disciplines, firearms instructors, and AR experts from across the firearms world.

Seeing a variety of perspectives from different users helps provide a whole picture of the AR platform.

6. Safariland Cadre Dispatch

Safariland is primarily a holster company that equips America’s armed professionals with duty-grade holsters. Safariland was the first company to offer modern retention devices, to standardize retention rating systems, and continues to innovate in the holster market.

The Cadre Dispatch does cover a variety of subjects, from gun and ammo reviews to breaking news, but its primary focus is on handguns and holsters. They focus on training, education, and how to properly use and equip their holsters.

If you’ve ever wondered how to clean your holster, what attachments work best for certain use cases, or how to best employ a holster, you’ve come to the right place.

The Cadre Blog employs a variety of writers, from college professors and historians to firearms instructors like Rick Hogg and Rich Graham. Their content comes from real-world use and experience.

Best One-Man Shows (Mostly)

7. My Gun Culture

If you’ve read any firearms content regularly, you’ve read something written by Tom McHale. He’s written countless articles, tons of books, and more. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of firearms and shooting, and you read all about it at My Gun Culture.

McHale writes about anything that interests him, and there is a ton to read. It’s not just guns, either. Want to read about an atomic-powered tank? You’ve come to the right place!

You can find some biting satire, observations about gun culture, and history-laden articles that prove that the more things change, the more they stay the same.

My Gun Culture also serves as a landing page for McHale, who will provide portions of his articles and links to the full article on the various websites he writes for. Give it a peek, and I’m sure you’ll find something of interest.

8. Active Response Training

Greg Ellifritz, aka Gorillafritz, is an esteemed firearms instructor, a retired police officer, and a brilliant source of information on everything from fighting knives to revolvers. Active Response Training hosts his class, but also his own personal writings.

Here you can find real-world tactical advice that can apply to anyone, like how parking lots can be dangerous and how to maximize your safety. You can find a repository of free books, and the man must read more than he sleeps, because his Weekend Knowledge Dump is a brilliant way to find filtered information.

I’m a big fan of when he posts drills and provides his expert commentary on those drills. There isn’t a single concurrent theme in Active Response Training, and you can get a little bit of everything.

9. Primer Peak

Primer Peak isn’t a one-man show, and I don’t want to take anything away from some of the excellent writers who post there. That’s why the "mostly" exists.

Primer Peak is mostly run by Daniel Reedy. He posts commentary, gun reviews, and my favorite, class AARs.

The information is honest, succinct, and well presented. Reedy interviews a variety of people, which provides insider access to some of the best shooters on the planet. The content variety is wide and fantastic.

One of the highlights for me has been Reedy’s work on the .30 Super Carry. He is the current expert on the caliber and has convinced me to give it a second look. (Anything .32 caliber gets my attention.)

Primer Peak is a great source of information and deserves your bookmark.

Final Thoughts

Where does PPT rank? Well, clearly the number one blog, right? (As my Swiftie daughter would say, it would be “gauche” to include us on the list.) It’s certainly a bit biased, but since you’re here, you already know how great we are.

But if you’re looking for other gun blogs to supplement your PPT reading, we recommend the above!

What are your favorite gun blogs? Share your faves below. More of a podcast fan? Check out our recommendations on the Best Podcasts or see some of our favorite personalities in the Best Gunfluencers.