Buyer's Guide
Most Underrated Rifles & Shotguns (To Impress Your Friends)
We take a look at some rifles and shotguns that deserve some love and attention, but rarely get the props they deserve...
Category Shotgun
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VideoMossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX [Review]: Rough Start, Strong Finish
After a rocky start, we got the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical SPX up and running. Find out what fixed the issue and how this shotgun performed overall.
Buyer's Guide4 Best .410 Revolvers: Perfect Guns for Hiking
.410 is great for keeping small animals and snakes at bay on hiking trails. So, we've gathered the 3 best .410 revolvers for your next hike!
NewsNew Product Highlight: Palmetto State Armory 2025 Concept Poll Winners
You voted, and Palmetto State Armory listened. See which guns from this year’s concept poll are going into production.
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AmmoBullets: Sizes, Calibers, and Types [Guide + Videos]
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.
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VideoBeretta Battle: 1301 Tactical vs. A300 Ultima Patrol [Which Should You Buy?]
Beretta’s A300 Ultima Patrol challenges the 1301 Tactical as the best defensive shotgun. Which is is actually better? We compare them side-by-side.
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Buyer's Guide8 Best Budget Guns for New Shooters [Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun]
Picking your first gun can be a hassle. So, we're taking the guesswork out and providing you with some great guns for new shooters...that are affordable!
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Beginner's GuideBest Home Defense Gun [Shotguns, Pistols, & Rifles]
Shotguns, pistols, and rifles. What's the best home defense gun for you? We go over the pros and cons of each complete with favorite models and ammo picks.
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Buyer's GuideBest Pump Action Shotguns [Home Defense & Hunting]
We walk you through our favorite pump action shotguns for home defense and hunting and look at the pros and cons of pump action shotguns.
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Beginner's GuideBeginner's Guide to Hunting with a Shotgun [Chokes, Shells, & More]
We cover all the info you need to get you out into the field this hunting season...from shotgun types to shells to chokes and everything in between.
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