Category Ammo
All our ammo articles from the Best Places to Buy Ammo Online to the best self-defense and range ammo for common calibers.
A Guide to .458 SOCOM: History, Rifles, & Parts
Let's explore .458 SOCOM -- its origins, what it's used for, and some guns and gear capable of handling this big bore. (Read)
Guns, Ammo Shortage Causes Shifts in Buying Trends
COVID, riots, and an election yielded ammo and gun shortages in 2020. But has that impacted or uprooted traditional buying trends? We investigate. (Read)
Best Urban Rifle Builds When SHTF [Guide]
When zombies come to your city, what rifle build are you arming yourself with? Come see our complete urban rifle builds for suggestions! (Read)
[How-To] Clear a Squib Load at the Range
You're bound to encounter a squib load at least once in your shooting career. So, we're filling you in on what to do if a squib happens to you. (Read)
9x39mm: The Ins & Outs of the Russian Round
The 9x39mm is a unique Russian round and we're taking a look at its history, evolution, and modern military and civilian applications. (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)
.45 Colt: More Than Just a Cowboy Action Round?
Ever wondered what .45 Colt is and why it might work in an apocalypse? We got all the answers (and more) in this guide to the venerable round. (Read)
Which Rifle Round is Better: 7.62 vs. 5.56 NATO
Not sure which rifle round is best for you? We'll cover the pros & cons of 7.62 vs. 5.56, delve into the history, and learn how both are used. (Read)
Ammo 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. (Read)
[Beginner’s Guide]: Buckshot for Home Defense
New to shotguns and on the hunt for the best ammo for home defense? Come read up on buckshot and why you should have some in your safe. (Read)
Ballistic Gel: Purpose, Protocol, & Best Ones
How does your ammo really perform? Time to test it with some ballistic gel. We go through the process plus our recommended ones. (Read)
5 Best Dummy Rounds & Snap Caps For Dry-Fire Practice
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)
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)
Ammo 101: The 4 Parts Of A Cartridge
Curious about how ammo works? Toying with the idea of reloading? We review the four basic but essential components of the modern cartridge. (Read)
