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.
Best Shotgun Mini Shells: Birdshot, Buckshot & Slugs [Hands-On]
What are shotgun mini shells good for? We give you all the deets plus our favorite shells for plinking, hunting, home defense, & more. (Read)
Ammo Sold Out Nationwide with Future Supply Unknown
Firearm retailers are struggling to meet the public’s need for ammunition. What's selling and when will ammo supplies return to normal? (Read)
Best Ammo Brands for Plinking, Accuracy, & Self-Defense
Not sure if that ammo deal is good stuff? We go over a few of our favorite ammo brands that we use daily for plinking, accuracy, and defense. (Read)
Hague Convention: Does It Only Allow FMJ vs Hollow Point Ammo?
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)
Best 5.7x28mm Guns & Ammo [Range-Tested]
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)
The Ammo Equation: How Much Ammo Do You Really Need?
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)
Magnum Ammo: What Is It and Popular Calibers
What does magnum ammunition really mean? We cover that plus some popular magnum calibers, what magnum ammo can do, and where to learn more. (Read)
[Study] Home Defense Overpenetration: Shotgun, Handgun, Rifle
We use ballistic gel and built interior/exterior walls to test shotgun, handgun, and rifle loads to see the best ammo if overpenetration is a concern. (Read)
Best Frangible Ammo: [Purpose & Calibers]
Frangible ammo isn't just for steel targets. We'll go over their potential use in hunting and self-defense. Plus our favorites for popular calibers. (Read)
Hunting Turkeys with Handguns [Guns, Ammo, Tips]
Gobble gobble! Want an extra fun challenge during turkey season? We go over all you need to get yourself a Tom with handgun picks, ammo choices, and tips. (Read)
Best 10mm Ammo [Hunting, Self-Defense, & Plinking]
Need ammo for your mightly 10mm? We go over our favorite picks for the best 10mm ammo for Self-Defense, Hunting, and affordable Plinking. (Read)
The 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. (Read)
.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. (Read)
.243 Win Vs .308 Win: Comparison & Best Ammo
The .243 and .308 Winchester are two popular hunting cartridges. But what's the best for you? We cover the pros/cons of each plus our favorite ammo picks. (Read)
