Beginner's Guide
Gun Actions: How Guns Work
In this article, we dive into some of the most common firearms actions and go over the ins and outs of each different operating system.
Category Terminology
- Beginner's Guide
Best Handgun for Beginners & Home Defense [2026]
Not sure what to get? We cover our selection criteria and choose a few beginner handguns with a minimum of 2,500 rounds shot each.
- Ammo
All About Cartridge Cases: A Look at Coatings, Shapes, & Materials
In this article, we take a deep dive into the different types of ammo casings, coatings, case rims, and how they affect every round.
- Ammo
Rifle Caliber Guide [Definitive Guide+Videos]
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.
- Ammo
Bullets: Sizes, Calibers, and Types [Guide + Videos]
Quickly learn all about common bullet sizes & calibers with tons of pics. Plus find out the differences between bullet tips such as hollow point and FMJ.
- Beginner's Guide
How Guns Work: Parts of a Gun & Cartridge
How do guns work?!? We'll quickly cover how they work, components of a bullet, various actions, and loading mechanisms.
- AR-15
Best AR-15 Piston Uppers & Conversion Kits
Everyone and their mom makes a piston AR-15 now. We go over the pros/cons of going piston, the best piston AR-15 uppers, and also the best conversion kits.
- Beginner's Guide
3 Types of Guns: Pistol vs Rifle vs Shotgun
Quickly learn all about the three types of guns: pistols, rifles, and shotguns. Plus how they work, how to shoot them, and the best models for each.
- Buyer's Guide
Best Bullpup Rifles & Shotguns
Bullpups are so different. We'll cover the best bullpup rifles and shotguns, their pros/cons, and the best models out there right now.
- Buyer's Guide
Best AR-15 Ammo (5.56/.223): Range & Defense
Find out the best ammo for your AR-15 for range plinking or home defense. We'll cover cheap FMJ rounds, Green Tip, and even hollow points for self-defense.
