Ammo Face-Off: .30-30 Winchester vs .45-70 Government
If lever-action rifles are part of your gun life, you’ve probably debated the merits of different calibers. Two cartridges that are most associated with the lever-action platform are the .30-30 Winchester and the .45-70 Government, with the latter being the most popular. But when it comes down to it, which one’s better? Should you get a rifle chambered in .30-30 Win or .45-70 Govt? Which cartridge is better for deer season? We will attempt to answer your questions in this face-off between the .30-30 Win and .45-70 Govt.
AR-15 Receiver: Forged vs. Billet
There are several ways to construct an AR-15 Receiver, today we will compare Forged Receivers and Billet Receivers.
ETS Omega Mags are not your standard fare. With their high durability and unique see-through design, they are born to run.
Front Sight Focus: The New XS Sights Fiber Optic Green for Glock Pistols
These sights are a fantastic improvement over factory sights and also preferable to many aftermarket designs. XS Sights makes excellent products. I’ve had their sights on guns for years—and I’m hard on my guns—and the sights have handled a lot of rough use, including flying all over the country.
Gunsmith 101: How to Install a Glock Trigger
Replacing your Glock's trigger is a straightforward process and one you can definitely manage without heading to your gunsmith. We're going to walk you through the basics of swapping the trigger so you can have an improved trigger press in no time.
DIY PVC Target Stands: Cheap Stands for the Home Range
Ever been somewhere and didn't have a place to hang a target? Our author will teach you how to make your very own portable PVC target stand.
Battleworn Axelson Tactical AXE-15: A Quality AR-15
This really is a versatile gun. It’s compact enough to carry in my truck—no, I don’t leave it there, but it’s useful to have a truck gun for hogs or coyotes when I’m out on the property. As a home defense gun, it functions well, and in fact, I’ve used it in close-quarters classes. It’s the ideal AR-15 because I can take it wherever and whenever I need it, it cycles consistently, and it’s accurate. Further, it feels good in my hands and has proven itself time and again. What’s not to love?
Sig Sauer P220 Hunter: A Personal Favorite
Sig Sauer really does make something for everyone, and the P220 Hunter is no exception. The gun has a 5.0-inch, match-grade barrel, so the 10mm chambering produces great ballistics. It has an 8-round capacity, which isn’t ideal but satisfactory. Further, the P220 Hunter is a full-size gun that’s 8.8 inches long, 5.5 inches tall, and 1.5 inches wide. With the right holster and belt combo, it's possible to conceal it. Needless to say, the Sig P220 Hunter does is it all and looks good doing it.
Birdshot: Is It Good for Home Defense?
Birdshot is made for birds and their fragile bodies, not humans. If you find yourself facing a human wearing heavy clothing or some type of body armor, your birdshot is unlikely to help you out at all.
Sleepers: 5 Guns You’ve Probably Missed
Check out these lesser-known guns that may not have hit your radar. It's a big gun world out there, let us shine the light on some sleepers.