Ammo Reviews
Rimfire Madness (Part 2): Comparing .22LR Hollow Point
Not all rimfire ammunition is the same. In Part 2 of this series, I examine .22LR hollow point ammunition performance from standpoints of accuracy, reliability, cost, and terminal ballistics.
Is .45 ACP a Good Self-Defense Round?
When it comes right down to it, .45 ACP can be a great defensive round. Yes, other cartridges outperform the cartridge, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored entirely. Choose wisely, train, and carry your gun.
Budget 6.5 Creedmoor Hunting Ammunition Comparison
Since it's inception in the early 2000s, the 6.5 Creedmoor chambering has become incredibly popular among hunters and precision shooters alike. But, how do the low-cost and "budget-friendly" ammo offerings perform? Let's take a look.
Rimfire Madness (Part 1): Comparing .22LR Solid Ammunition
What's the best .22LR solid ammo available? Let's take the guesswork out of it by rigorously testing and comparing popular .22LR loadings to find the best range ammo for your rimfire applications.
Slugs 101: Adding Range to the Shotgun
Slugs are powerful and capable tools that allow you to reach out and touch a target with a firearm typically used for handgun ranges. They add some versatility to the platform and the idea of the shotgun. If you are a shotgunner, then having a healthy understanding of how to use slugs gives you another tool for the box.
The Quest for .50 Cal: Examining Options Other Than .50 BMG
The .50 cal has always had an allure for me. There’s a certain rush shooting these bigger guns that isn’t diminished when watching a friend shoot one for the first time. So, what are some available .50 cal options without absolutely breaking the bank?
Does the .45 ACP Really Have More Stopping Power?
The idea that .45 ACP offers some kind of magic stopping power that makes it much more effective than any other round is a myth. It's why the cartridge has slowly faded away with professional shooters, and was replaced by the cheaper, lighter, and more reliable 9mm Luger cartridge.
The Rise and Fall of the .40 S&W
The .40’s fall from popularity was precipitous. Today, there are gun shops where if you want a .40 you’ll have to order one because they don’t keep them in stock, and they won’t even take one in trade because no one seems to want to buy a used one.
Nosler ASP 9mm Ammunition: An ASPiring Winner?
Back in 1946, John Amos Nosler was hunting moose in British Columbia. He became frustrated because the bullets he was using did not penetrate deeply enough to quickly kill the moose he was hunting. The bullets he was using had a jacket that completely covered the base of the bullet, leaving the lead at the […]
The Rise and Fall of the .45 GAP
Will .45 GAP rise again? The future is unpredictable, but those of us who own them and like them will stock up on ammo at every opportunity because they did exactly what they were designed to do.