Kat Ainsworth Stevens
Kat Ainsworth Stevens is an outdoor writer, author, and Field Editor for Range365. She is a contributor for an array of major industry publications including USCCA Concealed Carry Magazine, Outdoor Life, and SHOT Business. Kat is heading into her second decade of concealed carry, has been an avid hunter for decades, and has never met a firearm she didn’t want to run (she also has a penchant for big bores). If it pew-pews, it’s on. Although she is now a full-time outdoor writer her background is eclectic and includes K9 Search-and-Rescue and emergency veterinary medicine.
4 Best Thermal Scopes of 2023 [All Budgets]
Looking to own the night? We walk you through a our favorite thermal scopes for your AR-15 or bolt gun to take your hunt to the next level. (Read)
10 Best .45 ACP Pistols of 2023 (That Aren’t 1911s)
Want a .45 pistol...but not the 1911? We've got you covered with our top picks of modern handguns that minimize recoil and maximize capacity of the .45 ACP. (Read)
Flying with Firearms: Everything You Need to Know
Don't just hope for the best. We cover the rules for packing, declaring, storing, and locking your firearm for flying...plus our favorite cases and locks. (Read)
Sig Sauer P226 Review: Super Solid
The Sig P226 is almost always on a "best pistols" list. We see if it's worth the legendary hype for reliability, accuracy, ergonomics, and more. (Read)
7 Best Concealed Carry Revolvers
Revolvers make for excellent CCW weapons...reliable, consistent, and easy to conceal. We've rounded up some of the best CCW revolvers on the market. (Read)
[How-To] Stage Guns for Home Defense Safely
Quick access to a firearm can make a big difference in a home defense scenario. So, come read our tips for the best spots to store guns. (Read)
Top 5 Firearms Instructors (That You Can Still Learn From)
Want to learn shooting from the best? We gather our favorite firearm instructors from all around the US. Now get your learn on! (Read)
Glock 19 Gen 5 Review: 3500+ Round Report
The Glock G19 is one of the most popular handguns. But is the newest Gen 5 version worth it for you? We hands-on review it after shooting 3,500+ rounds. (Read)
De-Escalation & Secondary Measures for Gun Owners
You can't shoot all your problems away. We cover some de-escalation techniques and secondary measures for gun owners and concealed carriers. (Read)
8 Most Common AR-15 Failures & How To Fix Them
The AR-15 is reliable but can still have some hiccups. We go over a couple of the most common AR-15 failures and how to fix them. (Read)
[How-To] Be a Good Guy with a Gun
We've all heard the saying, "good guy with a gun," but what does it take to be one of the good guys? Well, we're going to tell you. Come see! (Read)
Best Lead-Free Ammo for Hunting & Shooting [Guide]
Do you use lead-free ammo on hunts and at the range? Maybe you should. Read up on the benefits and see our list of the best lead-free ammo. (Read)
By the Numbers: Gun Ownership Through the Years
How has gun ownership shifted throughout the decades? We crunched some numbers and analyzed data to offer a look into gun ownership trends. (Read)
Tips for Concealed Carry and Home-Defense in Winter
Ready to winterize your self-defense plans? Come in out of the cold and check out our best tips for winter concealed carry and home-defense. (Read)
