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Machine Guns: The History and Evolution of Rapid Fire
We dive into the history of machine guns to find out how they came to be and how they've changed over the years.
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SuppressorsHunting with a Suppressor: Should You Do It?
We examine the relationship between hunting and suppressors to see if you should toss a silencer on your hunting rifle.
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Rifle10 Armalite Rifles That Aren’t the AR-15 (or AR-10)
Ever wondered if there are other Armalites outside of the AR-15 and AR-10? Well, now's your chance to find out as we take a look at other Armalite models.
Shotgun6 Worst Shotgun Tactics You Should Avoid
Let's do some myth busting and look at six pieces of advice that you should just avoid when it comes to shotguns.
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Gear Reviews[Hands-On] 8 Best Keychain Tools for On-The-Go
Ever needed a screwdriver but didn't have the toolbox near? Come check out our recommendations for the best tools that fit right on your keychain.
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Gear Reviews[Review] 5.11 Tactical AMP Plate Carrier with Hexgrid
Who doesn't love to LARP at the range and what better way to do it than with the 5.11 Tactical AMP Hexgrid Plate Carrier! Come see what we liked.
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FunFamous Western Movie Guns: Best From the Wild West
We love Westerns! So, we've gathered up our favorite films and the guns that made them iconic. Come see what made the list...
Concealed CarryConcealed Carry for Big Guys: Holsters, Clothes & Tips
On the Big & Tall side? We've got some tips on how to make concealed carry work for our big and tall readers. Come see what we recommend!
ObservationsWhy Do We Train & Aim For Center of Mass?
Why should you aim center of mass? Is it better than headshots? Come see the reasoning behind center of mass training and why it's effective.
Fun9 Best Zombie Weapons: Re-Dead the Undead
We break down the best weapons to wield during the zombie apocalypse so you can take on the undead horde and come out alive!
Gun ReviewsMossberg 590A1 Retrograde Review: Best Pump Action?
We finally got our hands on the Mossberg 590A1 Retrograde. Come get the scoop on the pros/cons of this classically styled pump-action shotgun.
HistorySmith & Wesson M&P Series: A Quick History
We look back at the M&P series by Smith & Wesson and learn where this wildly popular family of firearms originated.
NewsFN Herstal EVOLYS: A Machine Gunner’s Analysis
Our resident machine gun expert takes a dive into FN's brand new EVOLYS machine gun series to see how the specs and stats stack up.
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ShotgunTube-Fed vs. Mag-Fed Shotguns: Which Is Better?
We tackle tube-fed shotguns and magazine-fed shotguns in this showdown to find out which shotgun type is the best. Who wins? Come find out.
ObservationsShould I Press Check My Guns?
We look at what a press check is, why you might want to do one, and other handy ways to see if your gun is loaded.
Buyer's Guide7 TSA-Approved Multitools for Carry-On Luggage
If you're headed on a trip via air and need a TSA-approved multitool to slip in your carry-on, we've got you covered with some of our faves!
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BuildsSuper Tactical .22 LR AR Pistol [Spare Parts Build]
With a looming ammo and gun shortage, we took to the parts bin to build our very own .22 LR AR Pistol...but tactical style! See what we came up with!
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Optics & Scopes[Review] Holosun 507C, 509T & 507K Red Dot Roundup
Holosun 507C, 509T, and 507K red dots -- what's the difference? We explain with this hands-on review of all three mini red dot models!
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History[History] Heckler & Koch MP5: A Pop Culture SMG Icon
Ready to take a walk through memory lane? We're looking at the history of HK's iconic MP5 submachine gun and its influence on the world.
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Optics & ScopesRed Dots + Magnifier Combos That Work [All Budgets]
Which red dot and magnifier combos can take you from close to range long in a snap? We got the answers with a list of our favorite pairings.