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NSSF Detachable Mag Report Has Constitutional Implications
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) recently published an interesting Detachable Magazine Report. The report estimates the number of detachable pistol and rifle magazines manufactured in the United States between 1990 and 2021. The numbers alone are eye-opening, but their potentially far-reaching Constitutional implications are more impactful. Let's look briefly at the report, the data, and what it all means to American gun owners.
Ballistics 101: Drop and Drift and Why They Matter
The more you shoot, the more you’re likely to realize there are numerous factors at work when it comes to the ammo you’re using. You begin to realize things like the shape of the bullet, the bullet weight, and the powder behind it all affect the outcome. Then there’s drop and drift.
Every major war gives birth to firearm icons and the Global War on Terror is no exception. Here are five firearm icons of the GWOT.
Barrel Fluting And Why It Matters
Beyond the shadow of a doubt, a fluted barrel looks cool. Beyond that, does a fluted barrel offer any significant advantages over non-fluted barrels? We're going to take a look here and see what fluting adds to the overall package and whether or not it's worth it.
.22LR Semi-Auto Pistol: One Gun Every Gun Owner Should Own
A quality .22LR semi-auto pistol belongs in every gun owner's collection. If you don't yet own a .22LR pistol, do yourself a favor and pick one up soon. Your marksmanship and your budget will thank you.
Don’t Let Your Grip Slip: Expert Advice
Too weak of a grip on a firearm can cause some serious safety and control issues. You don’t have to spend too much time on YouTube to find videos of a “newbie” shooting a high-powered handgun like a .500 Magnum, and at the shot, the gun spins out of the hand from recoil and whacks the shooter in the head. Nor do you have to spend much time watching folks on public shooting ranges who have to re-adjust their grip after every shot because the pistol or revolver has moved inside their grasp. Let's discuss some solutions.
The Glock 44 With Threaded Barrel: A Range Review
The Glock 44 is one of the most reliable and affordable modern rimfire handguns to hit the market. Just how reliable is it, though? Let's discuss.
Shooting and Moving: Crawl Before You Run
Shooting is hard enough. Moving while shooting is even harder. If you build to moving while shooting incrementally and follow these suggestions, you can become a proficient shooter on the move.
Top 5 Revolvers Not Chambered in .38 Special
Choosing a revolver doesn't have to mean a .38 Special (or .357 Magnum). There are countless other chamberings on the market, including .327 Federal, .44 Magnum, and .460 Rowland. The options are endless, and there's a caliber for every purpose.
Pistol-Caliber Carbines (PCCs) are Kind of Silly
Pistol-caliber carbines aren't useless for home defense. They're not the most effective option, and compared to a 5.56 rifle, most PCCs are a bit inefficient, but they stick and poke deep holes, and I don't doubt you can effectively defend your home with one.