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Beginner's Guide

[How To] Estimate the Trade-In Value of a Gun

Quickly estimate the trade-in value of a gun so you don't get ripped off. Complete with examples and tips on how to get the best possible price. (Read)

How-To

[How-To] Zero Iron Sights With Ease: Pistol & Rifle

Have new sights but not sure how to use them? We got you! Come learn the ins and outs of iron sights and, most importantly, how to zero them. (Read)

Beginner's Guide

[How-To] Build a First Aid Kit for Your Car & Home

Want a first aid kit for your car/home but can't drop big bucks on a pre-built kit? We run down what essentials you should include in a DIY first aid kit. (Read)

How-To

[How-To] Adjust or Zero a Rifle Scope

Feeling nervous about getting your new rifle scope on target? No worries, we’re here to help with a complete guide on how to zero a scope. (Read)

Beginner's Guide

Effective Range of Pistols, Rifles, & Shotguns

We take a look at the various effective ranges for rifles, pistols, and shotguns, as well as why they mattes. (Read)

Knives

[How-To] Sharpen a Knife (And Remove Rust!)

Come see how to maintain your knife better with these tips on how to clean, prevent rust (or deal with it), and a step-by-step guide on sharpening. (Read)

Shooting

How to Shoot a Pistol Accurately [Ultimate Guide]

Shooting pistols accurately is hard! So, buff up on basics, easy exercises at home, range tips, and gear. Next time you hit the range you'll see all bullseyes. (Read)

Beginner's Guide

Full-Size, Mid-Size & Compact Pistols: What’s the Difference?

We walk you through the difference between full-sized, mid-sized, and compact handguns and help you determine which is right for you. (Read)

Beginner's Guide

[Beginner’s Guide] Ham Radio Basics for Preppers

We bring you a comprehensive guide to everything ham radio. From why ham radio is useful to how to get your license to the best radios...we got it all! (Read)

Ammo

Tipped Bullets: What You Need to Know [Guide]

We walk you through the various tipped bullets on the market and explain what they do and how they're used. (Read)

Beginner's Guide

6 Common Handgun Malfunctions & How To Fix Them

We walk you through the most common handgun malfunctions you'll see on the range and, more importantly, what to do about them! (Read)

How-To

How To Load & Unload Your Semi-Auto Pistol [With Pictures]

We walk you through how to load and unload your pistol for the first time at the range. If you're new to guns, come see how it's done! (Read)

Prepping

9 Awesome Do-It-Yourself MREs [Recipes]

Don't want to commit to pricey MREs online or at your local surplus store? Come try some of the DIY MRE recipes we love! (Read)

Shotgun

Tube-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. (Read)
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