Choosing the right CCW caliber can seem daunting, but we have a list of the most popular cartridges with the info you need to pick the right one for you.
[Ultimate Resource]: Ammunition Reviews
Not sure of the best places to buy ammo online? Or what specific ammo to choose for home defense & bulk range shooting? Look no further!
Start Up - Ammo Roundup
In this article, we take a deep dive into the different types of ammo casings, coatings, case rims, and how they affect every round.
Check out our weekly hand-picked online deals for guns, ammo, accessories, and more from some of the biggest online retailers.
Are you blasting on a budget? We found accurate, reliable ammo that you can train with and save money on at the same time.
In this article we explain what an intermediate caliber is, what it is meant to do, as well as covering some of the best ones out there.
Oct 18, 2024
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We put 12-gauge, 20-gauge, and .410 bore in a head-to-head competition to see which one is the best for home defense.
Rifle Ammo Reviews
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Want to know more about .17 HMR? Find out all about this handy cartridge, what it does, why you'd want one, the best ammo, and our favorite guns.
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The AR-15 comes in a lot of different flavors. One great for CQB and extended ranges is the Remington 6.8 SPC. We'll cover ballistics, uses, ammo, and more.
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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.
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Quickly learn about the pros and cons of popular rifle calibers with our handy guide. We also cover average price, recoil, and recommended ammo for each.
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?
Handgun Ammo Reviews
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FN's updated take on the Five-Seven platform comes in the form of the Five-Seven MRD. But does this modern version live up to the OG? We test it to find out.
Are you blasting on a budget? We found accurate, reliable ammo that you can train with and save money on at the same time.
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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.
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Need ammo for your mightly 10mm? We go over our favorite picks for the best 10mm ammo for Self-Defense, Hunting, and affordable Plinking.
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Looking at the updated PPK from Bersa in the form of the Thunder and Firestorm? We cover the differences and review for reliability, accuracy, and more.
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.357 SIG was designed for law enforcement as the perfect cartridge...but didn't take hold. Find out if it deserved its demise and the best ammo you can get.
Shotgun Ammo
Are you blasting on a budget? We found accurate, reliable ammo that you can train with and save money on at the same time.
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What are shotgun mini shells good for? We give you all the deets plus our favorite shells for plinking, hunting, home defense, & more.
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.
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There are some truly amazing exotic shotgun rounds out there. We took a look at the coolest ones for adding some excitement to your next range trip.
We go over the best in-stock 12ga and 20ga buckshot, birdshot, and slug shotgun ammo.
Ammo Comparisons
Choosing the right CCW caliber can seem daunting, but we have a list of the most popular cartridges with the info you need to pick the right one for you.
Do compensators work on pistols? Are they worth buying? We have answers and six recommendations you need to see.
In this article, we take a deep dive into the different types of ammo casings, coatings, case rims, and how they affect every round.
Check out our weekly hand-picked online deals for guns, ammo, accessories, and more from some of the biggest online retailers.
Are you blasting on a budget? We found accurate, reliable ammo that you can train with and save money on at the same time.
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Feb 20, 2025
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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.