People have a right to be safe and secure inside of their homes. Most states recognize this right with a legal concept known as the Castle Doctrine, in that there is no duty for a homeowner to retreat from a threat. Many gun owners possess a hunting rifle as their sole firearm, so it is…
Firearms have been made of various materials over the ages. Modern firearms, while functionally the same as their predecessors, use a variety of modern materials. In this article, we will discuss these various materials and their uses. Are guns made of Iron? Most firearms today are made of steel and thus have iron in them….
I’m no stranger to ballistic battles and ammo arguments. With all the research and experience I have, I’m usually on the winning side. Still, sometimes I am proven wrong or learn new things. In the past few years, I’ve found myself carrying lighter and smaller calibers every time I’m in the woods. The 6.5 Creedmoor…
The Hellcat is a newer handgun to the firearms market and is part of the high-capacity but still sub-compact gun craze. It is made by HS Produkt in Croatia and imported to the United States by Springfield Armory. For many armed citizens, it’s their first foray into the concealed carry market. The Hellcat is only…
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,…
Do you prefer a short action or long action rifle? It’s a question many gun owners have been asked and it has kept alive a long debate on the merits of each action length. While a healthy debate is sure to produce many interesting arguments, none of this back and forth helps new gun owners…
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…
Tipi style tents have gotten an increase in popularity for the last few years in the backpacking community. With features such as compact size, lightweight, easy setup, and in some cases heat for those colder nights, tipi-style tents have lots to offer. Though with all of their advantages you need to be cautious of a…
It’s tough when buying a scope to know what the perfect magnification range will be. Fortunately, I’ve done all the research for you and will show in this post what the perfect magnification range for a scope will be for your needs. In general, most avid hunters prefer a scope with a magnification of approximately…
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…