Talking To Those Who Don’t Understand Guns
Firearms can be a polarizing subject among friends, family, and co-workers. Some well-meaning people have major apprehensions and aversions—along with opinions—about guns and gun owners. Here are some tips and practices you can use that might make it easier for gun owners to state their opinions, dispel misconceptions, while still keeping a respectful and non-adversarial […]
The Rise And Fall Of The 40SW
Created to provide the FBI a round that could compete with the escalated firepower of criminals, the .40 Smith & Wesson cartridge has a relatively short, but interesting, history. BORN FROM AN FBI TRAGEDYIn April of 1986, a small team of FBI agents closed in on two criminals suspected of a violent crime spree in […]
Hydrostatic Shock: Real Or Myth?
JUST EXACTLY WHAT IS HYDROSTATIC SHOCK?Hydrostatic shock is the principle that a penetrating projectile—like a bullet—produces a pressure wave (similar to a sound wave in air) resulting in remote neural damage, subtle damage in neural tissues, and perhaps rapid incapacitating effects in living targets. More simply, hydrostatic shock is the idea that the pressure wave […]
Should You Break In A Rifle Barrel?
When it comes to the topic of whether or not you should “break in” the barrel of a new rifle, there are really only two schools of thought. 1. Yes, of course, you should. 2. No, of course, it’s not necessary. And guess what? They’re both right. It just depends on your firearm. (And your viewpoint.) […]
Ammunition Storage Tips
If you own a firearm, you already know that keeping ammunition in stock is a must. When you buy ammunition, you also need to purchase the items to store it properly. Short-term storage of ammunition is often pretty easy, but longer-term or unknown-term ammunition storage can be very tricky, so what’s the best way to […]
Beware Of Scammunition
The price of ammunition is always of interest to firearm owners, but when the price goes up—due to a variety of reasons that can affect supply & demand—the opportunities for online scammers increase, too. Preying upon a firearm owner’s desire for a “deal” or even finding ammo at the previous market rate during a spike […]
The Year Of The 22
There are many benefits and specific uses associated with .22 ammunition, like practicing your marksmanship, for example. For the purposes of this article, unless otherwise stated, we will be referring to the .22 Long Rifle, the most popular .22 caliber rimfire round in America, and around the world. Here are some good things to know […]
An Unmuzzled Look At Muzzle Devices
Proper muzzle control benefits a shooter in a myriad of ways. It allows for faster and easier re-targeting, as well as aiding in keeping a target in sight. Accordingly, a number of muzzle devices are employed to help in muzzle control. By changing the shape and behavior of the flame and gas coming from the […]
A Quick Look At Rail Systems
Many firearms enthusiasts have no problem whatsoever in buying, and using, their firearm “off the rack” without any alterations. However, there are a good many others who enjoy adding accessories to improve the use of a firearm for their particular use or preference. And, in many cases, adding a functionality to a firearm involves the […]
Unlocking The Confusion About Gun Locks
Having a gun lock doesn’t prevent a gun owner from keeping it unlocked in situations where a lock would just slow down the essential defensive use of their firearm. However, it CAN allow a gun owner to make sure nobody gets to shoot the firearm in situations where they simply don’t want it to be […]
A Spotlight On Red Dot Sights
HISTORYThe notion of putting a reflex sight on a firearm isn’t new by any stretch. It happened when Sir Howard Grubb first used a reflector or “reflex” sight with a firearm in 1900. But it wasn’t until 1975 that the first electronic red dot sight with a curved mirror and light emitting diode was actually […]
How To Buy A Used Gun
Just because someone else has owned and used a gun doesn’t mean it won’t be a fine firearm for you. Kind of the same principle as a used car. But there are a few things to keep in mind when considering the purchase of a used gun. Where to Find What You WantLike everything else […]