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The movie "Act of Valor" is based on real events and even involved active-duty Navy SEALs in its production. In fact, some of the shooting sequences were live fire scenes filmed during training exercises. This is our top five list of guns to check out in Act of Valor. If you haven't seen it yet, you're missing out.
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.
Pocket carry is a very efficient and effective way to carry your firearm. It certainly has its limiting factors. Like anything else, it requires good gear and good training.
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?
The Gulf of Tonkin: American Entry Into Vietnam War
The Gulf of Tonkin resolution passed on August 7, 1964, leading the US into a long, bloody, and controversial war with the Viet Cong.
Competing in Smaller Competitions: Does the Gun Matter?
Competition shooting is a great way to get more involved with shooting sports from large, sponsored events to smaller, local ones. But let's address the question: does the gun matter?
National Coastguard Day: What They Do and The Guns They Carry
Today is National Coastguard Day. Take just a moment to remember and thank those who serve in the United States Coast Guard. They have a unique story that most people don't know about. Let’s look at who they are, what they do, and the guns they carry.
Why Mobsters Outgunned The Police: Did We Learn Anything?
The mobsters of yesteryear learned a valuable lesson: he who carries the biggest gun wins the fight. This crazy unbalanced match of firepower brings to question why it took agencies until the mid-1980s to make a change.
Ruger’s Purchase of Marlin: Saving An American Company
Some companies decline in quality, value, and craftsmanship when they are bought out by larger companies. But Ruger has given new life to the legendary company.