Buyer's Guide
.300 Blackout (BLK) vs. 5.56: What's Best For You?
Thinking of going .300 Blackout? Find out how it compares to the 5.56 in ballistics and knockdown power.
Category Ammo
RifleThe Weirdest & Craziest Ammo Out There
Stuff that sets things on fire, lethal darts, and old-fashioned armor-piercing...we take a look at some of the most exotic ammo types out there.
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Pistol AmmoHandgun Calibers [Definitive Guide + Videos]
Quickly learn the pros/cons of the 10 most popular handgun calibers. We'll also cover average price, recoil, and recommended self-defense ammo for each.
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Video[Video] Behind the Scenes: Remington Ammo Factory
We recently toured Remington's ammo factory to get the behind the scenes scoop on how shotshell, pistol, and rifle ammo is made.
AmmoIndustry Experts: Tips to Staying Sharp During an Ammo Shortage
We asked several of our favorite experts how they train when ammo is in short supply. And they gave us the details on how to stay sharp but keep costs down.
Concealed Carry.380 vs. 9mm: Which is Better?
Think the .380 ACP is just an inferior version of the 9mm? We take a look at the pros and cons of each caliber and choose the best for self-defense.
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Pistol.17 HMR [Guide]: Best Ammo & Guns
Want to know more about .17 HMR? Find out all about this handy cartridge, what it does, why you'd want one, the best ammo, and our favorite guns.
Safety.223 vs 5.56 NATO vs .223 Wylde: Will Your Gun Blow?
Want to quickly know the difference between .223 vs 5.56 and potential safety concerns? We cover both plus .223 Wylde so you'll know the best for your gun.
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Pistol9mm vs .45 ACP [Debate Finally Settled]
Not sure which one is best for you? We'll cover the pros & cons of 9mm vs .45 ACP, from stopping power to expansion, accuracy, price, capacity, and more.
NewsAmmo Shortage to Continue: What’s the Holdup?
Manufacturers and retailers agree the ammunition shortage will likely continue for a while. What's slowing things down? Come find out.