Ammo Test: .410 Bore #9 Birdshot

In previous installments of our .410 series, we saw that some loads can be very effective. Today we're testing .410 No. 9 birdshot. Let's see how effective it is.

Top 5 AR-15 Rifles for Under $1000

You don't have to shell out the big bucks to find a rifle that you can enjoy shooting and employ for serious work. Check out these five AR-15s for under $1000.

Ammo Test: 5.7x28mm FN 27 Grain Lead Free

Designed back in 1990 by FN Herstal as a barrier-insensitive replacement for the 9mm Luger pistol cartridge, the 5.7 never became NATO standard. But this high velocity, bottlenecked mini-rifle round has gained a cult following in the US. How does a standard FN load: the SS195LF 27-grain jacketed hollow point, perform in a gelatin and barrier test? Let's find out!

Top 5 Takedown 22 Rifles of 2023

Most takedowns available today are rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle. Some are new offerings, while others are designs that have stood the test of time for decades. Both have been a pursuit of mine for the last several years and I want to share my favorite picks.

Quality Control: Forged vs. Cast Steel Parts

When choosing a firearm, what is better, forged or cast parts? The differences between the two are worth noting as you make your decision.

.30 Carbine: The Most Expensive Underpowered Cartridge Ever Produced?

For those who want or have one, is the .30 Carbine best shot at paper targets alone, given how underpowered and expensive it is?

Modern Six Shooters for the Modern Cowboy

The modern cowboy demands minimal mess and ammo selection that won't cost an arm to supply. Here are our four revolvers for the modern cowboy.

All You Need To Know About the 25 ACP

Although considered underpowered today, the 25 is still a useful tool. It's also a historic footnote that paved the way for the modern pocket pistol we now take for granted. Follow along as we explore both the history and ballistics of a small round that is anything but diminutive.

Tested: Buffalo Bore 25 ACP 60 Grain Hard Cast Ammunition

In 2022, Buffalo Bore announced two 25 ACP loadings including a 60-grain hard-cast flat-point loading. Here's how it performed in testing.

Henry Small Game Carbine: Worth a Peep?

The Henry Small Game Carbine is essentially their Frontier rifle with Skinner sights instead of the typical semi-buckhorn and post arrangement. Here's our review.

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