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The Best AR-15 Magazines For Home Defense, SHTF, and Fun At The Range
Having a proven firearm in a sticky situation is one of the best ways to ensure survival. It is crucial to ensure that the firearm functions reliably.
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My Top 3 “Do All” Handguns for 2023
There is no definite answer when it comes to what the best gun is. You may say it’s a Hi-Point carbine (though I doubt you will) and your neighbor may...
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My 7 Favorite Guns for Home Defense [2023 Recommendations]
Ensuring the safety of your home and the people inside it is a top priority for any responsible homeowner.
One essential component of that safety plan...
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The Pros And Cons Of A Drum Magazine
As has been covered in the past on the pages of The Mag Shack blog, having as much ammunition on hand as is humanly possible is a huge tactical advantage...
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“Equalizing” the Playing Field: Smith & Wesson Equalizer Review
Smith & Wesson Equalizer Review: Is it a Bodyguard, Shield EZ, or Both?
Smith & Wesson released the M&P Shield EZ back in 2018, which aimed...
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The Best Defensive Ammunition For Your 9mm Pistol
Today's world has many uncertainties - don't let your defensive ammunition selection be one of them.
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Standard Capacity Magazines Are Essential For Armed Self Defense
It's 3 AM. Some cultures held this time as being the peak of the "witching hour" when strange and dangerous things were likely to happen. There's a creak,...
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How To Clean Gun Magazines
Magazines are important parts for your gun and can be great add-ons to your battle belt. Keeping them clean is essential if you want a functional gun....
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Choosing a Youth Rifle
Shooting is supposed to be fun and safe - learn how to make it for your child.
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In Praise of the Duplex Reticle
The vast majority of rifle scopes on the market today are both over-magnified and over-complicated based on their needs.
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Magpul PMAG GEN M3 300BLK Magazine Review
Here is a review "Regular Guy Guns" did on a couple of Magpul PMAG GEN M3 300BLK magazines he picked up from The Mag Shack:
Sorry (but not sorry) about...
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Best GLOCK 19 Magazines [2024 Buyer’s Guide]
With hundreds of aftermarket options (and more on the way), it can be tricky figuring out which magazine is best for your G19 pistol.
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The Best New Pistols of 2021
2021 has been one heckuva year. The world is a crazy place, and the last two years have been trying.
The good news is that the firearms industry hasn’t...
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