Are Guns Made of Iron?

Are Guns Made of Iron?

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….

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…