GunMagopedia
5.56 NATO vs. .223 Remington: What Is the Practical Difference?
Is the 5.56 the same as the .223, but not metric? Or are both rounds completely different? And if so, is it enough to matter? Let's dig into the history of these loads, dissect some ammo, and do some comparison shooting on the range.
The 22 WRF: The Forgotten 22 Rimfire Round
.22 WRF is mostly a round for old guns, but after shooting the round and seeing what it could do, I get the impression that .22 WRF would make an excellent meat-hunting load for the hunter equipped with a .22 Magnum rifle, where conventional Magnum loads would leave too little left to eat. That was, after all, why .22 WRF came into existence in the first place.
GunMag 101: Ammo Parts and Terminology
A solid knowledge of firearms vocabulary can be quite valuable. Check out this list of ammunition terms. How many did you already know?
Gunmagopedia: 45-70 Government
The 45-70 Government is perhaps best known as the cartridge of lever guns, cowboys, and lawmen. It's also a relevant round in modern times, which is why we're diving into its history and use. Here's how the 45-70 Gov't came into being and evolved and why we think it's here to stay.
GunMag Terminology: Bolt Action Edition
Bolt actions are different than ARs, and being a well-rounded gun owner means knowing your terminology. This list will help cover your bases.
Suppressor history spans more than a century, and counting. Here's a look at that history and how it relates to modern suppressor use and sales.
A gun bench allows you to handle gun cleaning, scope mounting, and other small tasks without dumping gear on the kitchen table. Here's how to set one up.
Cap and Ball Revolving Rifles of Yesteryear
The cap and ball revolving rifle, for all of its drawbacks, was probably the most viable repeater before self-contained cartridges became a reality. It is an interesting link between the muzzleloader and the repeater that continues to have a niche appeal
The 6.5 Creedmoor: Here To Stay
The 6.5 Creedmoor is perhaps the hottest centerfire rifle cartridge going right now. What began as one man’s quest for an easily accessed and easily duplicated competition round has blossomed into a nationwide phenomenon.
GunMagopedia 101: AR-15 Terminology
The AR-15 is easily America's favorite gun, but how much of the terminology do you know? Check out our glossary of AR-15 terms.