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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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Best Magazine Choices for Hunting Rifles
It's a crisp November day, and you are on your first hunt of the season. You spent the last few weeks ensuring all your gear was ready to go, and the last...
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Why Suppressors Should Be Normalized For Home Defense
For a considerable amount of time, there has been an ongoing debate on the use of suppressors for home defense situations. While there aren’t many quality...
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Set Up Your Nightstand For Home Defense
Waking up to an unexpected noise in the middle of the night is one of the most unsettling experiences. When my now wife and I first moved in together,...
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Movies and TV Shows That Actually Get Firearms Right
If you’re big into guns, you’ve likely noticed your fair share of movies where the gunplay looks like absolute trash. Whether it’s non-existent recoil,...
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5 Common Concealed Carry Magazine Mistakes
Carrying a reliable firearm is only half the equation when it comes to concealed carry. The other half is the magazine. Too often, new concealed carriers...
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Top Handheld Flashlights For EDC in 2025
Often overlooked, a high-quality handheld flashlight should be essential to your everyday carry (EDC). Flashlights serve many purposes, from finding the...
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5 Best 5.7x28mm Firearms in 2025
The 5.7×28mm cartridge has gone from a niche curiosity to one of the most talked-about in the last few years. Sure, it’s not as popular as the 9mm or 5.56...
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The Best AR-15 Charging Handles [2025 Buying Guide]
Search the internet for charging handles, and you’ll be bombarded with hundreds of options that manufacturers claim to be the best for your AR-15 buil...
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Ruger Firearms for Every Occasion
Ruger has built a reputation for itself by making quality firearms that don’t break the bank and can be relied upon to go bang every time. They are like...
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Best .45 ACP Pistols in 2025
If you want a pistol that hits like a truck but still handles nicely, the .45 ACP might just be for you.
It’s a versatile and hard-hitting cartridge...
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Hands-On Review: ShellShock Protection EXO PRO Earmuffs & Eclipse Sunglasses
I’ve spent a lot of time at the range over the years, and one thing I’ve learned is that quality hearing and eye protection can make or break a session....
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The Best Sig Sauer Pistol for Every Occasion
Sig Sauer has been under heavy scrutiny for quite some time now due to its handling (or lack thereof) of the Sig P320 incidents. However, putting the P320...
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