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Can a Weapon Mounted Light Make You a Target?
Does a flashlight make you a bigger target in a defensive situation? We talked to experts and investigated whether a WML is a good idea or not...
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Holsters8 Best Light-Bearing Holsters for Concealed Carry
Pistol lights are all the rage, but how do you carry light-equipped guns? With light-bearing holsters, of course! Come get our top recommendations!
FunGuns of Pop Culture: "The Dirty Dozen" & the M3 Grease Gun
The Dirty Dozen is a fun WWII movie featuring an awesome ensemble cast with a ton of veterans of WWII on tap and the unique M3 Grease Gun.
FunGuns of Pop Culture: McClane, Riggs, & the Beretta 92F
The Beretta was a standout in a lot of 80s action flicks -- most notably, "Lethal Weapon" and "Die Hard." Come learn more about this action-packed pistol...
RifleColt CAR-15 Models Explained: More Than a Carbine
When you think of the CAR-15, you probably see a carbine but what if we told you the CAR-15 is more than just a carbine; it's an entire family of firearms.
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ShootingLow Round Count Drills: Ammo Shortage Training [Guide]
Low on ammo but still want to train? We got ya! We pulled together seven of our favorite low round count drills perfect for the range (or dry fire at home).
HistoryWhat Happened to the Benelli B76?
In 1976, Benelli produced a very interesting handgun, the B76. We take a look at this inertia driven handgun and find out what happened to it...
FunWhat Happened to the Bren Ten?
We take a look at the Bren Ten -- a classic 80s gun that definitely had style. So what happened to this 10mm pistol?
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GearCrimson Trace Laser Saddle [Review]: Best Shotgun Accessory?
We review the Crimson Trace Laser Saddle to see if this shotgun accessory is worth throwing on your favorite gun.
AR-15Best AR-15 Battlesight Zero Distance
Confused about the best distance to zero your AR-15? We cover the most common battlesight zeroes and the easy-to-understand science behind them.
HistoryErnest Hemingway's Guns: The Author's Favorite Firearms
Ernest Hemingway was an acclaimed author but also an avid gun owner. Come find out what firearms were in his collection.
PistolWhat Happened to the USFA ZiP .22?
We take a look at a real novelty of the mid-2000s...the USFA ZiP .22...an affordable and fun plinker that ultimately disappeared. Why? Come find out...
FunGuns of Pop Culture: "Wanted" & the Safari Arms Matchmaster
We're taking a look at the film "Wanted" and the gorgeous Safari Arms Matchmaster 1911. Get ready to curve some bullets, folks.
AmmoCan You Store Loaded Magazines Long-Term?
Should you store loaded magazines? We dive into this controversial topic and let you know what we think, plus some tips for storage!
FunGuns of Pop Culture: "Jurassic World" & the Marlin Model 1895 SBL
We take a look at the velociraptor-ready Marlin Model 1896 SBL wielded by park ranger/dino babysitter Chris Pratt in Jurassic World.
HistoryWhat Happened to the Bushmaster ACR?
We take a trip down memory lane to look at the Bushmaster ACR -- once contender for military contracts. What happened to it and will it make a comeback?
HistoryFirearm Firsts: Historical Guns That Laid the Groundwork
We walk through some of the first firearms in each category to make a splash -- from the first gun ever to the first machine gun to the first rifle.
Gun ReviewsCentury Arms Draco Review: OG AK Pistol
We take a look at the Century Arms Draco -- a Romanian AK pistol chambered in 7.62x39mm. Does this AK hold its own? We take it to the range to find out.
HistoryWhat Happened to the Beretta 90-Two?
Remember when Beretta tried to modernize the 92FS? No? Well come learn more about the Beretta 90-Two and why this pistol never caught on.
TerminologyU.S. Military Hand Signals Explained: How Soldiers Communicate
Ever wondered what hand signals the U.S. military uses when trying to be sneaky and quiet? We have the details with pictures and gifs to explain!