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Gunfight Science: Do Shotguns Suck for Self-Defense?

Gunfight Science: Do Shotguns Suck for Self-Defense?

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It may be a controversial position to take, but that has never stopped me before. Gin is superior to vodka. Also, shotguns are not the end-all, be-all solution for self-defense. Especially not for new shooters.

Mike Rowe Weighs in on Call to Support Gun Control

Mike Rowe Delivers Truth Bomb on 2A, Right to Vote

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However, I’m afraid I can’t encourage millions of people whom I’ve never met to just run out and cast a ballot, simply because they have the right to vote. That would be like encouraging everyone to buy an AR-15, simply because they have the right to bear arms.

Scope Mounting Made Easy With Wheeler Engineering Kit

Scope Mounting Made Easy With Wheeler Engineering Kit

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Purchase the product reviewed in this piece by clicking this link: To enter the Midsouth Shooters’ GunsAmerica Giveaway contest, click this link: https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/landingpages/gunsamericagiveaway.aspx There are few things on this earth as satisfying as successfully completing a project with your own two hands.  Little gunsmithing projects invoke some of the same feelings and one of the [...]

A .50-Caliber Glock? Full Review: Conversion Kit & Complete Gun

A .50-Caliber Glock? Full Review: Conversion Kit & Complete Gun

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“Why do I carry a .45? Because they don’t make a .46!” is one of the popular sayings among large caliber enthusiasts, almost right up there with, “…because shooting twice is just silly.” We’ve all seen and heard them – and some of us will even admit to haven said them. Well, folks they may still not make a .46 – but guess what? You can get a Glock in .50!

Ep. 24 Should I Shoot? You Have Legal Justification to Shoot, But Do You Have To?

Ep. 24 Should I Shoot? You Have Legal Justification to Shoot, But Do You Have To?

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Recently, a police officer was fired for not shooting a man who had a gun in his hand and was telling the officer to shoot him.

Clay: Three Ways to Practice One-Handed Reloads

Clay: Three Ways to Practice One-Handed Reloads

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Clay Martin walks you through three different ways to practice one-handed reloads. Which way is the best method? Well, watch, practice and then decide for yourself.

What Do Liberals Get Wrong on Guns?

What Do Liberals Get Wrong on Guns?

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Liberals want everyone to believe that you are more safe when you are less free to defend yourself. If that sounds crazy, that’s because it is crazy!

Gun Safe Buying Guide: Part 4—Fireproofing Your Gun Safe

Gun Safe Buying Guide: Part 4—Fireproofing Your Gun Safe

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Considering the everyday risks of fire in our homes that we all face, this disaster could be in the cards for any of us. What can we do to prepare our gun safes to withstand this potential known threat?

Kick-Ass 7.5mm FK BRNO Pistol Green-Lit by ATF

Kick-Ass 7.5mm FK BRNO Pistol Green-Lit by ATF

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The FK BRNO Field Pistol is chambered for the 7.5mm FK cartridge that shoots a roughly .30-caliber bullet at .44 Magnum power levels.

There are a plethora of scopes on the market. How do you find the right balance of quality, features, and price?

Optics Buying Guide: Do You Get What You Pay For With Scopes?

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There are some common rules of thumb about matching rifle and scope quality, but the 1:1 ratio is close enough. Hey, it’s even OK to drop down to 50% of the rifle price if you need to. The point is this: don’t buy a nice rifle and stick a cheap gun show scope on it.