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Taking Hogs: Exit Wounds

Taking Hogs: Exit Wounds

Even though they’re pigs, they still deserve a humane death, besides, the less time you spend looking for a hit pig is more time spent looking for more pigs!

CMMG Bravo Conversion Kit vs Nordic Components Dedicated 22 LR Upper

CMMG Bravo Conversion Kit vs Nordic Components Dedicated 22 LR Upper

Bullets are flying off shelves, and it probably isn’t going to get any better anytime soon. So I am taking this opportunity to address a question I have had since the last ammo crunch. Is there a way to train with my AR using rimfire only?

Hornady’s NEW 6mm ARC & Odin Work's Barrels - First Field Tests

Hornady’s NEW 6mm ARC & Odin Work’s Barrels – First Field Tests

The 6mm ARC is a brand new cartridge that Hornady designed to fit into a standard AR-15. Check out the video of us shooting it!

Cold War Classic Cartridge in an AR: Translating 5.7x28mm into American - CMMG Banshee

Cold War Classic Cartridge in an AR: Translating 5.7x28mm into American – CMMG Banshee

The FN 5.7x28mm is an amazing round designed for a precise ballistic niche. Wither launched from a street-legal PS90, a FiveSeveN handgun or a CMMG AR, the 5.7 is soft shooting and hard-hitting. It is a joy to shoot and accurate enough for varmints or range work.

Frangible Ammo for the Win

Frangible Ammo for the Win

There are so many myths and rumors out there about frangible ammunition it can be hard to keep track. Not only can frangibles be used for hunting and self-defense, they should be. Keep reading to find out the hows and whys of the modern frangible bullet.

Ammo Tests - Norma Ammunition Round-Up

Ammo Tests – Norma Ammunition Round-Up

Norma has been around the block for over 100 years, producing a diverse range of ammunition lines for military, hunters, and target shooters. I’ve recently checked out some of their pistol and rifle ammunition to see how it stacks up.

The Affordable Safari; Your African Dream Hunt, Part I

The Affordable Safari; Your African Dream Hunt, Part I

An African safari is just about every hunter’s dream – the ultimate hunting experience. A chance to see and chase game we’ve only seen on TV, online, or in a zoo may seem out of reach or above the average hunter’s paygrade. I recently found out that was not actually the case.

Tested: Winchester USA Ready Ammunition

Tested: Winchester USA Ready Ammunition

In the grand scheme of ammunition types, where does this ammo fit in? Well, I think it makes a great training round when you want to work on certain techniques or skills and don’t feel like wasting ammo that costs more than a dollar per shot.

.277 SIG Fury Demystified

.277 SIG Fury Demystified

The speculation about this mysterious .277 SIG Fury has practically broken the internet. GunsAmerica spoke directly with an authoritative representative from SIG to get the scoop and figure out exactly what’s going on with this cartridge.

Worth Its Weight: How Much Is Enough?

Worth Its Weight: How Much Is Enough?

I’m not talking about solid silver projectiles. I’m talking about spending on your ammunition like your life depends on it.