Category Ammo

Ready to step up your firearms training with some inert dummy rounds? Learn about the best dummy rounds and snap caps on the market! (Read)

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)

Curious about how ammo works? Toying with the idea of reloading? We review the four basic but essential components of the modern cartridge. (Read)

What are shotgun mini shells good for? Plus our favorite shells for plinking, hunting, home defense, & more. (Read)

Firearm retailers are struggling to meet the public’s need for ammunition. What's selling and when will ammo supplies return to normal? (Read)

Not sure if that ammo deal is good stuff? We go over a few of our favorite ammo brands that we use on the daily for plinking, accuracy, and defence. (Read)

Quickly learn all about common bullet sizes & calibers with tons of pics. Plus find out the differences between bullet tips such as hollow point and FMJ. (Read)

Find out what exactly is the 30-06 M2 AP "Black Tip"? Is it armor piercing, how does it shoot in 30-06 rifles, and can you reload it into .308 rounds? (Read)

Can the US armed forced only use full metal jacket (FMJ) ammo instead of hollow points? Does this affect what you should use for self-defense? Answers! (Read)

.308 has been around for a long time and there's lots of ammo...we pick our favorites for cheap plinking, accurate target shooting, and clean hunting. (Read)

Newly adopted by the US military, find out why the 6.5 Creedmoor rocks. We cover ballistics vs the .308, recommended rifles, AR-10 uppers, ammo, and more. (Read)

FN's 5.7x28mm round is experiencing a renaissance with new pistols and rifles. We go over our top picks of 5.7 guns plus the best available ammo choices. (Read)

How much ammo do you really need for each caliber and firearm? We dive into the "ammo equation" and even throw in how many magazines you need for each gun. (Read)

Confused? We quickly explain XM193 vs M855, X vs XM, 193 vs 855, penetration differences, and more. Plus our favorite brand recommendations for each. (Read)