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How Far Can a Centerfire Bullet Travel [Factors]

by Dakota Potts

Centerfire bullets are very popular in the firearm and ammunition industry. They’re safe, reliable, and can handle the toughest situations. But an important question that …

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9x Magnification at 100 Yards: Too Much or Not Enough? 

by Dakota Potts

When it comes to precision or accurate shooting, a rifle scope’s magnification plays a big role. One of the most common magnifications shooters and hunters …

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How Far Can a 5.56 Bullet Travel & Effective Range

by L.p. Brezny

While most bullets are tiny objects, they pack so much energy that they can travel quite far. In this article, we’ll be looking at the …

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Can You Shoot Rimfire In a Centerfire Rifle?

by L.p. Brezny

The question of whether you can shoot rimfire ammunition in a centerfire rifle is one we get a lot from gun enthusiasts. And while it …

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Where Are Barska Scopes Made in 2023? [Surprising]

by L.p. Brezny

Barska is a well-known optics brand that makes a wide variety of scopes and optical gear, including binoculars, rifle scopes, binoculars, night vision scopes, and …

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How Far Will a 30-30 Shoot & Effective Range

by L.p. Brezny

The 30-30 rifle cartridge is popular among deer hunters. In fact, it’s said to have hunted more deer than any other cartridge. While that is …

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Are Barska Scopes Any Good? [Honest Opinion]

by Dakota Potts

Barska is a famous brand in the optics world, known to have it all. From basic to high-end optics and from affordable to pricier options, …

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Where Are Swampfox Optics Made [in 2023]?

by L.p. Brezny

If you’re looking for versatile and reliable rifle scopes, Swamp Fox is a new brand that offers a wide assortment of products of varying quality …

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Where Are Nightforce Scopes Made in 2023? [Shocking]

by L.p. Brezny

Nightforce is one of the biggest companies when it comes to scopes. While the company joined the industry later than most brands we have today, …

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Leupold vs Vortex: Which Scopes Are Better? [in 2023]

by Dakota Potts

Leupold and Vortex deliver world-class quality and performance in their several optic models. However, some reasons may have you picking one over the other, since …

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How to Adjust a Rifle Scope: A Step-by-Step Guide [2023]

by L.p. Brezny

Finding the perfect scope for your rifle is crucial if you want to get satisfactory results in all your attempts. But to shoot with precision …

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Is Vortex a Good Brand: The Brutal Truth [in 2023]

by Dakota Potts

The vortex brand has become a household name in the world of optics. Thanks to its competitive prices and high-quality products, it’s among the dominating …

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What Rifle Do Marine Scout Snipers Use? [In 2023]

by Dakota Potts

Just from the name, one of the duties of marine scout snipers is to fire at targets from long-range distances. To achieve that, they need …

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Where Are Leupold Scopes Made? [in 2023]

by Dakota Potts

Leupold scopes are great optics. They have been ranked among the best because of their high quality and mid-level price. But have you ever wondered …

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AR-15 Scope or Red Dot Sight: Which Is Better?

by Dakota Potts

According to Business Insider, AR-15 rifles are among the most common guns in the U.S., with over 20 million rifles in circulation. But did you …

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Where Are Vortex Optics Made in 2023? [Surprising]

by Dakota Potts

Where a product is manufactured significantly determines its overall quality and durability. Vortex is an American firearms manufacturer with manufacturing plants globally. According to their …

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Leupold Warranty vs Vortex: Which Is Better [In 2023]

by Dakota Potts

Warranty is among the critical considerations when buying optics for your rifle. These optics are often exposed to harsh environments, which may lead to lens …

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ACOG vs Red Dot Sights: Which To Choose? 

by L.p. Brezny

If you have a tactical rifle like an AR-15, it makes sense to buy a tactical scope. However, while red dot sights are the most …

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3x Magnification at 100 Yards: Is It Enough Zoom?

by L.p. Brezny

Hunting is about precision, and a rifle scope can make or break making that perfect shot. 1x magnification for every 100 yards is commonplace, but …

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Prism Scope vs Red Dot Sight: Which to Choose? 

by L.p. Brezny

Red dots are popular scopes for hunting rifles and are loved for their simplicity without compromising performance. However, modern designs like prism scopes give shooters …

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Reflex Scope vs Red Dot Sight: Which Is Better?

by L.p. Brezny

If you’ve only recently come across a reflex scope, a red dot scope, and a holographic scope and are unsure of the difference, that’s fair. …

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Holographic vs Reflex Sights: Which Should You Use? 

by Dakota Potts

A red dot, holographic and reflex sight is not the same thing. They’re often erroneously lumped together, and because of that, you could easily make …

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What Is a 300 Blackout Round & What’s The Ammo Good For?

by L.p. Brezny

In researching different types of calibers, you’ve probably come across .300 BLK ammunition. There’s a ton of information out there about this round, but we’ve …

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How to Remove an AR15 A2 Front Sight (With Tool List)

by Dakota Potts

When buying a new AR-15 firearm, you’ll notice it comes with a standard A2 front and rear sight. While these sights are usable for most …

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How To Clean An AR-15 Barrel Properly [Step By Step]

by L.p. Brezny

Cleaning your AR-15 is part of owning a firearm. Knowing how to properly clean your AR-15 barrel will prevent you from accidentally damaging it and …

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What Is a 3 Gun Competition: All You Need to Know [2023]

by L.p. Brezny

Competitive shooting matches challenge you to prepare for life-or-death scenarios. There are many popular matches to choose from, including 3-gun competitions.  If you’re wondering, “what …

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What Is a Varmint Rifle: Good Gun Calibers for Any Hunter

by Dakota Potts

If you’ve ever been hunting before, you know that it’s crucial to have the right tools for the job.  For smaller game, a varmint rifle …

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What Is a Prism Scope: Prism Sight Optics Explained

by L.p. Brezny

Typically, choosing traditional rifle scopes means looking for something that offers long-distance accuracy and targeting. However, if you’re mostly shooting within the zero to 200-yard …

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AR-15 Bore Sighting: How to Laser Bore Sight an AR15

by Dakota Potts

If you didn’t know before, bore sighting your AR-15 is the fastest way to get on paper. It saves time, saves money, and saves ammo.  …

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What Calibers Can Be Used in AR15 Lower: 5.56 and More

by L.p. Brezny

When it comes to popular guns, the AR-15 is pretty much number one in the United States, with massive sales over the last decade or …

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M-Lok vs Picatinny Rail System: What Is the Difference?

by L.p. Brezny

If you’re trying to make your firearm more accommodating, you’ll want to mount accessories to it. Fortunately, when it comes to accessory mounting systems, there …

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Keymod vs M-Lok Rail: Which AR-15 Handguard Is Better?

by L.p. Brezny

While an AR-15 is a handy weapon, it’s much more practical and fun to shoot when you mount accessories to it. If you don’t want …

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What Is an M-Lok Rail Handguard (And Why You Need One)

by L.p. Brezny

Although buying a gun is exciting by itself, sometimes, the accessories are just as thrilling. Picatinny rails used to be the gold standard, but M-Lok …

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What Kind of Shotgun Shells Should I Use For Home Defense?

by L.p. Brezny

Thanks to their speed, effectiveness, and relatively low learning curve, shotguns are the preferred firearm for many homes in the US. However, having a gun …

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410 vs 20 Gauge for Home Defense: Which Is Better?

by L.p. Brezny

If you ask most gun enthusiasts which shotgun works best for home defense, many would say the 12 gauge. However, smaller gauges like the 20 …

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Types of Scope Reticles: What Are The Different Types?

by L.p. Brezny

Choosing the right reticle could be the difference between spending a lot of money on a scope that doesn’t fit your needs.  Or worse… Buying …

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12 Gauge vs 20 Gauge for Home Defense: Which Is Better?

by L.p. Brezny

When developing a home defense plan, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is determining the best firearm to protect you and …

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How To Use a Sniper Rifle Scope: All You Need to Know

by L.p. Brezny

When it comes to long-range shooting, nothing compares to a good sniper rifle. That said, using a sniper rifle isn’t quite as easy as the …

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What is a DMR (or Designated Marksman Rifle) 

by L.p. Brezny

On the battlefield, infantry units need a mix of weapons and combat tactics to overcome and defeat their enemy. Assault rifles are perfect for up-close …

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What Caliber To Use for Coyote Hunting [Rifle & Scopes]

by L.p. Brezny

In the United States, coyotes are considered a “varmint,” meaning they’re a pest for local communities, preying on livestock and pets. For this reason, coyote …

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What is an AR15 Assault Rifle: AR Gun Basics  

by L.p. Brezny

Common myths portray the AR-15 as an assault rifle used for ulterior, often criminal, motives. However, the background behind the creation of the AR-15 characterizes …

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What is Hog Hunting: All You Need To Know to Hunt Boar

by L.p. Brezny

If you’re looking to hunt, there are many popular game animals in the country, but the federal hog is one of the more infamous of …

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What Power Scope For Coyote Hunting Should I Use?

by L.p. Brezny

If you’re someone who wants to start chasing song dogs, it’s only natural you’ll wonder what power scope for coyote hunting will be best to …

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How To Operate an AR-15 & M-16 Rifle

by L.p. Brezny

Built as a military combat assault rifle the M-16 / AR-15 carbine has been designed to be user-friendly. That is after all the bugs were …

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Concealed Carry Revolvers vs Semi Auto: Which Is Better?

by Alice Jones Webb

Concealed carry can be accomplished with many diverse types of weapons. Even a larger weapon could be carried if you wear the right conceal carry …

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When To Offset Mount a Red Dot [Canted Sight]

by L.p. Brezny

In today’s world of AR15 rifle enthusiasts, one thing to understand is that you’ll rarely see an AR15 upper receiver with an offset red dot …

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Handgun Hunting: Can You Hunt With a Pistol?

by Dakota Potts

Are you wanting to bag your bull, buck, or boar with a handgun instead of a long rifle that you must lug back and forth? …

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Best AR15 Caliber for Hunting & Home Defense (Bullet Size)

by Alice Jones Webb

Don’t get overwhelmed with the huge selection of cartridges that can be used in the AR – what do you really want to accomplish with …

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How To Use A Pistol

How To Use a Pistol: Semi Auto Handgun Operation Basics

by L.p. Brezny

If you are new to the world of guns and weapons, you may feel apprehensive to beginning to use a handgun or carry it. There …

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Correct Rifle Control: How To Hold A Rifle More Steady

by L.p. Brezny

Accurate shooting is a learned event for most people, but in some cases the skill is just about an inbred trait. I came from a …

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Accurate Shooting Positions

Rifle Shooting Positions: How To Shoot Accurately

by L.p. Brezny

When shooting a firearm using good body posture as in correct position can make all the difference in the world in terms of accurate shot …

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Bullets Sizes, Calibers, And Types

Bullets: Sizes, Calibers, and Types [Basic Guide]

by L.p. Brezny

In most cases experts agree that among the massive listing of new development in the modern center fire rifle or handgun ammunition comes the major …

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