Reloading with Standard vs Match Primers: Does it matter?

Reloading with Standard vs Match Primers: Does it matter?

Reloading is a great way to save money, tailor ammunition to your specific needs, or both. I’ve been reloading for 20 years now and have learned a great many things in that time. One important lesson learned is selecting the correct components to make the ammunition. Primers come in different sizes and varieties. Standard, Magnum,…

The Mosin Nagant’s 7.62 x 54R Cartridge: 11 things to know

The Mosin Nagant’s 7.62 x 54R Cartridge: 11 things to know

7.62x54R Has Been in Continued Military use for 130 Years It was first developed in 1891, in an attempt to create a repeating smokeless powder rifle that would be able to hold its own on the battlefield against the early Mauser designs of the 1870s and 1880s. The bolt-action repeating design was new technology and…

Coyote Hunting Gear: Buyer’s guide and my exact gear list

Coyote Hunting Gear: Buyer’s guide and my exact gear list

The sheer amount of gear marketed to predator hunters is intimidating, confusing, and hard to sort through. I’ve teamed up with a group of coyote hunters to bring you the best gear, recommended through years of fields testing. The most essential gear for hunting coyotes is a rifle, camo, and a predator call. If you…

Hands-On Comparison of the Top 8 Rangefinders for Shooters

Hands-On Comparison of the Top 8 Rangefinders for Shooters

If you’ve done much shooting, you’ve probably been to the counter at the sporting goods store where they keep the rangefinders. And like us, you’ve probably been astounded at the selection. It seems like every name in optics has at least 4 options! How can you possibly pick the right one? After using several brands…

Multiple .22lr handguns and cartridges.

9 Safest Handguns for Beginners Under $500

Handgun purchases are a very popular starting point for newcomers in the shooting world because of their unique combination of size, capacity, and cost of ownership. For new shooters, picking the correct firearm is essential to having a safe and enjoyable shooting experience. Whether you are new to firearms, or even a seasoned veteran, this…