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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.

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.

Sig's New P320RX Competition & Defense Pistol—Full Review

Sig’s New P320RX Competition & Defense Pistol—Full Review

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Some gun makers are partnering with optics makers to provide an out-of-the-box-ready solution. SIG takes that up one notch by doing the partnering in-house. And at an MSRP of $869, this writer thinks it is a great value. You could say that the RX is just what the doctor ordered!

Magwell vs. Wristover AR-15 Holds - Enough Silliness!

Magwell vs. Wristover AR-15 Holds – Enough Silliness!

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What’s the correct way to hold your AR-15? Probably better stated, what’s the optimal way to hold your AR-15?

Project Appleseed Bans Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 Rifles

Project Appleseed Bans Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 Rifles

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Appleseed claims that the popular M&P 15-22 rimfire rifles after at least four serious malfunctions at Appleseed shooting events.

The Masterpiece Arms BA Lite PCR certainly lives up to its name. Shown here with a Burris Veracity 4-20x scope.

SMG Company Makes a Precision Rifle? MPA BA Lite PCR—Full Review

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This MasterPiece Arms (MPA) rifle is impressive. When I opened the box of this puppy at my FFL, I floated into a state of rifle euphoria. And, the fact that it is from a company that made its name producing semi-automatic versions of stamped sheet steel SMGs makes it all the more impressive.

Long-Range Zombie Kill Tactics—Using Mil-Dots To Survive The Apocalypse!

Long-Range Zombie Kill Tactics—Using Mil-Dots To Survive The Apocalypse!

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If a zombie apocalypse comes, will you be ready to take the long-range shots needed to stop these deadly threats before they get close enough to bite? Read on to find out how.

Journey Into Competitive Shooting: Ep. 7 Cowboy Action

Journey Into Competitive Shooting: Ep. 7 Cowboy Action

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Introduction Cowboy Action’s story starts with a couple of friends who shared a love for competitive shooting, a novel idea on how to make it even more enjoyable, and a conversation on how to bring it all together. More on this in a moment. For the uninitiated, Cowboy Action is the common name for matches [...]

Shoot a Target at 2.5 Miles!

Shoot a Target at 2.5 Miles!

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On November 22nd, Jim Spinella hit a 36” plate at 4210 yards with a HCR 375 CheyTac. That is 2.4 miles!

To find range to your target, you could make use of technology and use a scope with integrated laser rangefinder like the Burris Eliminator (bottom.) Or, with some basic math, you can use a scope with a graduated mil-dot or MOA reticle like the Burris Veracity (top.)

Optics Buying Guide: Finding Range With A Scope

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You can figure out how far away an object is using your scope, provided its reticle has markings in mil dots or minutes of angle.