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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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Using PPE Properly When Shooting: The Less Appealing Conversation
Using personal protective equipment (PPE) is not the most popular conversation in the gun industry. Go to the range on any given day of the week, and let...
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Beginner’s Guide to Customizing Your Pistol
So you picked up your pistol a few months ago, have gone to the range a few times, and are ready to customize it. It’s an itch we all get after using a...
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Is An AR-10 Suitable For Home Defense?
Over the years, I’ve been asked many questions about home defense, but more recently, new shooters searching for a fine home defense firearm have been...
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Choosing Different Firearms For Different Defense Needs (Self, Home, and SHTF)
Finding the right firearm to protect yourself with is not as easy as everyone makes it seem.
Some will tell you to pick up any shotgun or AR-15 for...
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You Bought Your Concealed Carry Pistol – Now What? [Ultimate Guide]
Now that you've got the ‘owning one’ task out of the way, now you have to focus on finding the right gear.
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Best States For Gun Owners To Live In 2023
Let’s be honest here. Moving to a new state as a gun owner can be challenging.
Every day, some politician tries to ‘make an impact’ by infringing on...
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How Much Should You Customize Your Carry Gun?
Of course. But how much should you customize your firearm? That’s a great question.
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Weapon-Mounted vs. Handheld Lights For EDC: Which Is Better?
No everyday carry (EDC) setup is complete without a proper light. Whether you carry a firearm or not, having some sort of light on you at all times to...
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Suppressed or Unsuppressed For Home Defense?
Having to defend your home can be a scary situation. Most likely, you’re caught by surprise in the middle of the night, and the bad guy has the upper hand.
While...
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Do’s and Don’ts of Cleaning Your AR-15: An Expert Guide
There are a lot of guides out there teaching people how to clean their AR-15. Many are full of great tips and tricks, while others would be better off...
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5 Guns to Gift This Holiday Season
Many of us love to receive gifts, but the holiday season is also about giving gifts. Why not give your loved one or best shooting buddy a gift they can...
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What Makes A Good Carry Gun?
Getting into concealed carry is a lifestyle change. It comes with a ton of different new responsibilities that not only impact the way you think but also...
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