The question of whether 22 LR is a good idea for self-defense used has more than one answer. Let’s break it down one piece at a time.
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Customize Your AR-15 the Right Way
Published: June 14, 2025 { 2 comments }With so many aftermarket parts, it is fun to tinker with the platform. My recommendation is that if you customize — and you know you will — first determine how the rifle will be used.
Best Bolt-Action Hunting Rifles (2026)
Published: June 10, 2025 { 0 comments }Choosing the best bolt action hunting rifle in 2026 is not about trends. It is about hits on target and meat in the freezer. The market is stacked with carbon barrels, featherweight chassis, and optic-ready actions. That is good news for hunters who climb, stand hunters who sit, and new shooters who want a rifle [...]
Gun School: Where, Why, and How
Published: May 24, 2025 { 3 comments }Several quality gun academies are located across the country, each with pros and cons for attendance.
AAR: MAG-40, Armed Citizen’s Education
Published: May 18, 2025 { 1 comment }On the MAG website, MAG-40 is rightly described as an immersion class. When you take MAG-40 it’s like drinking from a fire hose—information comes at you nonstop and it’s impossible to hold onto it all.
Sig 1911-X, An Unfair Torture Test?
Published: May 10, 2025 { 3 comments }Estimated reading time: 10 minutes Many people believe that the 1911 is one of the best handguns ever made. With renewed interest in the 1911 caused by the explosion of 2011s, different calibers, and optics choices, Sig Sauer’s 1911-X lineup has entered the chat. I recently had the chance to get my hands on a [...]
Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Yes, it Matters
Published: May 8, 2025 { 8 comments }With the way constitutional—or permitless—carry is getting so common, it’s understandable that you might believe reciprocity doesn’t matter anymore.
Savage Model 99: The Original Mag Fed Lever Action
Published: April 6, 2025 { 9 comments }The Savage Model 1899 did not come close to toppling Winchester or Marlin, but this odd duck enjoyed a century-long run and continues to haunt the Savage Arms company to this day.
Guide to Buying Second-Hand Handguns
Published: April 6, 2025 { 6 comments }Guns hold up remarkably well; unlike cars, the problems are often evident and easy to see. It requires a bit of a keen eye and some discerning research, but if you play your cards right, you can save a chunk of money.
Eberlestock FADE Collection: Concealed Carry Without the Tactical Look
Published: March 30, 2025 { 2 comments }The world of concealed carry just got a major upgrade thanks to Eberlestock’s brand-new FADE Collection. Designed for everyday use without screaming “tactical,” this line of discreet carry gear blends urban functionality with the rugged performance Eberlestock is known for. Whether you’re headed to work, traveling, fishing, or exploring the outdoors, the FADE line delivers [...]









