Category Ammo

There are so many reloading presses. Quickly find out which is the best reloading press for your specific shooting volume, caliber, and budget needs. (Read)

Want to reload the best ammo possible for your gun? We walk through load development from component selection to laddering and shooting/measuring groups. (Read)

Want the best 9mm ammo for self defense and range shooting? We utilize FBI ballistic gel tests that measure penetration and expansion. (Read)

Thinking of going .300 Blackout? Find out how it compares to the 5.56 in ballistics and knockdown power. (Read)

Want the best .45 ACP ammo for home defense? We look at FBI tests for penetration and expansion. Plus our favorite picks for range and plinking ammo to save you money. (Read)

Want the best .40 ammo possible...at the best prices? Read on for quick recommendations of self-defense and target ammo based on ballistics gel data. (Read)

We go over the best in-stock 12ga and 20ga buckshot, birdshot, and slug shotgun ammo. (Read)

There's so many places to buy reloading supplies online. Find out where we and other high-output reloaders get our powder, primers, cases, and bullets. (Read)

Tasers or pepper spray or beanbag rounds? We cover the best non-lethal weapons and ammo to use instead of a gun...that might save your life one day. (Read)

Looking for a harder hitting AR-15? We cover 5 of the best alternative cartridges and calibers with their pros, cons, and recommended uppers & ammo. (Read)

Quickly learn everything about shotgun shell terms from shell size to shot type, size, material, and length. Plus recommendations for the best ammo! (Read)

Your revolver is .357 Mag, but people say it shoots .38 Spl. Your AR-15 says it can shoot 5.56x45mm, but your friend says get .223. What's going on? (Read)

If your life depends on it, what kind of ammo should you use? Hollow Points or Full Metal Jacket? Find out the difference and our recommendations for the best defensive ammo for each caliber. (Read)

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. (Read)