GunMagopedia
Headspace: What Too Much or Too Little Looks Like
Cartridge headspace is an important part of firearm function, accuracy, and safety. Here's what to look for and why headspace is important
Personal Protection: Full Metal Jacket vs. Hollow Points
While hollow points are often preferred for personal defense, full metal jacket rounds have their uses. Follow along as we explore their ballistics.
Hollow Points vs. Hollow Points: Aren’t They All the Same?
Hollow point bullets are not all created the same, so take some time to learn about your defensive ammo. If you’re serious about defensive firearm use, it’s worth your time.
Short and Long Actions in Bolt Guns: What’s the Difference?
Bolt guns require some scale to bring the rifle up and down to the size of the cartridge to be fired. In short, action size. Here is the rundown on short and long action rifles and how they differ.
You Can’t Pigeon Hole Springfield Armory: A Retrospective of the Brand
How can you generalize about a company that makes epic mid-century battle rifles and fantastic EDC pistols? Springfield Armory's catalog is expanding and every new launch is better than the last.
Weaver vs. Picatinny Rails: What’s the Difference?
On the surface, a Weaver and Picatinny rail look similar and some mounts that use either of them can interchange, but not always. It's worth it to know the similarities and differences between Weaver and Picatinny rail systems—you only have to buy your optics gear once.
Clone and Aftermarket Magazines: Their Pros and Cons
There is an endless supply of magazine clones out there. Some are great, some are good, some are bad. It's worth knowing why you should buy aftermarket mags and why you should not.