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Century Arms AP5 Review: The Best MP5 Clone?
If you are looking for an iconic firearm, it doesn’t get much more iconic than the MP5. Movies, video games, and books all reference the compact firearm...
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.223 Remington vs 5.56 NATO: What’s the Difference for AR-15 Owners?
If you've recently purchased an AR-15 or are shopping for ammunition, you've probably noticed two cartridges that appear almost identical sitting side...
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The Top 10mm Pistols In 2026
Pistols are not always the best option when it comes to defensive needs. With the low stopping power that typically comes behind every trigger pull, most...
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7 Reliable Budget Pistols for 2026: Affordable Doesn’t Mean Cheap
I often see a lot of people catch heat online when asking for “budget” pistol recommendations. The argument is why would you ever bet your life on a pistol...
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The Importance of July 4th: From History To Present Day
The 4th of July is one of the most important holidays in the United States as it directly relates to our history and future. Many of us will be celebrating...
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Understanding The Price Difference With AR-15s: Why So Expensive?
If someone had told me when I was a kid that being into firearms would cost me more than a used car, I don’t think I would have believed them. Lo and behold,...
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The Coolest Firearms in TV History: Our Opinion on the Coolest Firearms in Hollywood
If there’s one thing you’re bound to find at the box office, it’s an action movie. In that movie, there will likely be firearms that some of us can only...
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Hunter’s Guide to Gauges and Calibers: Ethical and Effective Hunting
Every good hunter knows the importance of the correct hunting cartridge for different game types. We all know you don’t want to go out there gunning for...
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Best Call of Duty Guns: From Video Game to Real-Life
The first Call of Duty was released in 2003, and more than twenty others have been released since then. Whether you’re a fan of historic, modern, or futuristic...
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Night Vision 101: Choosing The Right Night Vision For You
Night vision is one of those ever-evolving areas of the industry. Once you think you know it all, something new comes out. By the time you read this article,...
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9mm or 5.56×45 For Home Defense?
Two of the most popular calibers for defensive purposes are 9mm and 5.56x45. Our military and law enforcement personnel rely on these rounds daily to get...
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Glock vs. Sig Sauer: Is There A Clear “Winner”?
Glock vs. Sig Sauer has been a debate in the gun community for years. On the one hand, you have a pistol that offers minimal frills but maximum reliability....
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Gaston Glock: How A Legend Made A Legend
The early 1980s is when it all started, and he wound up innovating one of the most dependable pistols of all time — the Glock 17.
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Buying Used Firearms: Are The Savings Worth The Risk?
There is a huge market for used firearms. Thanks to the internet, you can even buy one online and have it shipped to your local FFL in a matter of days....
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Best Drills For When You’re Low On Ammo
Ammo is expensive, so knowing the best drills when you’re low on ammo will give you both the practice you need and save you some money in the end. Unfortunately,...
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All About Duplex Reticles
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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