What you should look for when trying to find the best first handgun to buy. We’ll take you through the traits and also give you some concrete recommendations.
New Articles
45-70 vs 30-30
A side-by-side look at the 45-70 vs 30-30 rifle calibers.
Hornady Critical Defense vs. Critical Duty
Two tried-and-true self-defense loads, this article examines the key differences between Hornady’s Critical Duty and Critical Defense lines of hollow point ammunition.
Sight Alignment and Sight Picture – How to Get Shots on Target
Sight alignment and sight picture are two things the firearms training community pushes all the time. Are you paying enough attention to these fundamentals? If not, it’s an easy way to improve your shooting quickly.
FMJ vs. JHP
They are two of the most popular bullet types you’ll find in commercial ammunition. But which is what you need? Let’s dig into the differences in FMJ vs. JHP ammo.
9×18 vs 9×19 – Makarov versus Luger
By the numbers in their names alone, the 9x18mm Makarov and the 9x19mm Parabellum (aka 9mm Luger, or simply 9mm) seem nearly identical. They are in fact very different cartridges. This short article explains what separates 9×18 vs 9×19 ammo as it relates to origin, dimensions, and performance. Origin of the 9x18mm During WWI and […]
Hornady Critical Duty
Choosing the right ammunition for your conceal-carry weapon and home-defense firearm can be difficult. With target-shooting rounds, you can basically select a budget-friendly box of bullets and head to the range. If they cycle with relative consistency, don’t harm your firearm, and deliver at least moderate accuracy, most gun owners are happy. But for personal […]