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Henry lever action rifles: a brief history

The history of Henry Repeating Arms traces back to 1860, when Benjamin Tyler Henry, an innovative gunsmith, developed the first...

Illinois PICA update

Illinois’s assault weapons ban, part of the Protect Illinois Communities Act enacted in January 2023, has recently faced multiple legal...

Incoming freedom week? Illinois gun ban update!

As of October 2024, Illinois’s controversial gun ban, formally known as the Protect Illinois Communities Act, remains in legal limbo,...

Storing your firearms: a quick giude

Owning firearms comes with the responsibility of storing them safely. A high-quality firearm safe is essential to protect your weapons...

Bullets and BC: What's the deal?

I was recently browsing Brownells for reloading products when I realized I never really bothered to educate myself on "BC" and what it...

IP67? IPX6? WTF? IP ratings explained

The dust and water resistance ratings for firearms optics are typically defined by the Ingress Protection (IP) rating system. This system...

A primer on primers: soft vs hard

In the world of firearms and ammunition, primers are a small but critical component, responsible for igniting the powder charge in a...

Gun law updates

The landscape of firearms legislation in the United States continues to evolve rapidly as both state and federal governments introduce...

Holosun micro pistol optics: 407k s EPS Carry

When comparing the Holosun HS407K and the Holosun EPS Carry, both optics cater to concealed carry and compact pistol users, offering...

Surefire X300 vs Streamlight TLR1-HL

When it comes to tactical weapon lights, the Surefire X300U and the Streamlight TLR-1 HL are two of the most prominent choices available....

Prisms vs red dots...does it matter?

Prism optics and red dot optics are popular choices for shooters seeking to improve their accuracy and speed. While both types of optics...

Red vs. green: do optic dot colors matter?

In the realm of modern optics for firearms, the debate between green dot and red dot sights is a prevalent one among shooters. Both types...

A brief(ish) history of the Smith and Wesson M&P

The Smith & Wesson Military & Police (M&P) pistol is a staple in the world of firearms, renowned for its reliability, performance, and...

A brief history of the Glock Pistol: Glock 17

The Glock 17 is one of the most iconic handguns in the world, known for its reliability, simplicity, and widespread use among law...

A brief history of the Walther PPK

The Walther PPK, a compact semi-automatic pistol, has earned a prestigious place in both historical and popular culture. Introduced in...

Trijicon Showdown: RMR vs SRO

When it comes to choosing a red dot sight for your firearm, Trijicon stands out as a trusted name in the industry. Two of their most...

The history of the M855

e M855 cartridge, also known as the 5.56x45mm NATO, has quite the backstory, spanning several decades. Back in the late 1970s, it was...

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