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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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Top 5 Hunting Rifles Under $1,000
Hunting is one of the most popular outdoor pastimes in the United States. Every year, millions of Americans head to the woods to enjoy nature and hunt...
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Pistol-Caliber Carbine Buyer’s Guide: Portable Protection
Pistol-caliber carbines (PCCs) have become one of the most sought-after styles of firearms and continue to rise in popularity.
Many would argue that...
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The 10 Best New Rifles Of The 2020s (So Far)
We’re barely halfway through the 2020s, and it’s already been an eventful decade. Rifle development has not slowed down at all. Manufacturers have taken...
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The 10 Best New Pistols Of The 2020s (So Far)
The 2020s have been an excellent decade so far for firearms innovation. Gun enthusiasts have demanded, and manufacturers have provided, increased modularity,...
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8 Excellent Full-Size Carry Pistols
When you think of a carry gun, you probably picture a micro compact like a P365 or Glock 43X. But plenty of full-size pistols can make great carry companions...
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The Best 1911s in 2025 For Every Purpose
I don’t think even John Moses Browning could have imagined the level of popularity his design would reach, but here we are. There have been many iterations,...
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Welcome To The .380 ACP Pocket Pistol Battle Royal
In case you weren’t aware, .380 ACP (we’ll reference it as .380 moving forward) has been around for a very long time. Some would say too long, but I’d...
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5 Best Glock Clones for 2025
Glock is the most popular handgun platform in the world. No matter what you throw at them, they never seem to skip a beat. As the YouTube testers have...
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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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Lone Wolf Arms DUSK 19: A Premium Glock-Compatible Pistol for Every Purpose
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Hey Glock enthusiasts, have you ever wished for a pistol that comes pre-equipped with all the best aftermarket upgrades and accessories?
Well,...
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Glock 47 MOS Review: The New “Top” Glock?
The Glock 47 MOS (Modular Optic System) may just be my favorite Glock to date. While it’s not technically a new Glock, it is newly available to the commercial...
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Springfield Armory Echelon Review – A Modular Masterpiece
Springfield Armory typically generates a sizeable amount of buzz when it comes to upcoming new releases, and this one has been no different. I’ve been...
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