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Buckshot vs. Slug – Best Shotgun Shells for Home Defense

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Shotguns enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in 2020, thanks in no small part to a global pandemic, civil unrest, and…

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Frangible Ammo – What Is It & Why Use It?

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What is frangible ammo and why would you buy it? If you’re potentially shooting or training in a close-quarters scenario,…

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July 15, 2021

22LR for Self Defense: Why It’s A Bad Idea

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We’re going to get something out of the way right up front with this article: using a 22LR for self…

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July 1, 2021

Dry Fire Training – What You Need to Know

Let’s face it, if you get to the range as often as you want, it’s expensive. Even at cheap prices,…

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June 24, 2021

308 vs. 7.62 – What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between 308 vs 7.62? Brace yourself for some obscure technical talk, because we’re going to answer that…

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June 17, 2021

Sight Picture: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?

One of the concepts constantly drilled into new shooters is sight picture or sight alignment. “You gotta have good sight…

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May 13, 2021

Steel Challenge Divisions Explained

If you want to learn about the Steel Challenge divisions, you’ve come to the right place. The Steel Challenge Shooting Association…

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May 13, 2021 by McKenzie Hanson
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