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5 Personal Reasons to Carry a Concealed Weapon
You probably don't carry a weapon daily...but you're thinking about it. Here's my top 5 personal reasons why I carry a concealed weapon (CCW). (Read)
Private Gun Sales for Beginners: How to Buy & Sell Firearms
Looking to do a private sale of a gun? We cover the pros, cons, laws, and what to watch out for when buying from individuals. (Read)
Guide to Rifle Actions: Break, Bolt, Pump, Lever, & Semi
Your rifle's action dictates its strengths and weaknesses. Find out the pros/cons of popular actions with our quick guide full of pics and GIFs. (Read)
Different Ammo in the Same Gun…Kaboom?
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)
[Review] Taurus PT-1911: Most Worth It?
See what we think of the Taurus PT 1911...entry-level 1911 with tons of great features. We'll cover reliability, shootability, pricing, upgrades, and more. (Read)
[How To] Estimate the Trade-In Value of a Gun
Quickly estimate the trade-in value of a gun so you don't get ripped off. Complete with examples and tips on how to get the best possible price. (Read)
Maverick 88 Defense Shotgun [Review]
The Maverick 88 is affordable but does it stack up to be an effective self-defense shotgun? Check out our full hands-on review. (Read)
[Review] Smith & Wesson Model 686+
I never liked revolvers until the Smith & Wesson 686. Check out my review on the S&W's reliability, shootability, upgrades, safety, and more. (Read)
[Comparison] Single Action vs Double Action vs Striker
Confused? Quickly compare single action vs double action for revolvers and autoloaders. We'll also cover others such as striker-fired (Glock) and DAO. (Read)
Handgun Calibers [Definitive Guide + Videos]
Quickly learn the pros/cons of the 10 most popular handgun calibers. We'll also cover average price, recoil, and recommended self-defense ammo for each. (Read)
How to Shoot a Pistol Accurately [Ultimate Guide]
Shooting pistols accurately is hard! We help you remember the basics, easy exercises at home, range tips, and gear. (Read)
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. (Read)
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. (Read)
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. (Read)