They don’t call this The Shooter’s Log for nothing. If you’re looking for the most in-depth, informative and interesting firearm blog posts, stay tuned to this section. You’ll find valuable reviews, news and other information about handguns, rifles, shotguns, AR-15s and more.
Whether you are a novice or beginner, when it comes to traditional outdoor sports such as shooting, knowing what equipment to buy and what to look for specifically can be confusing. For many newcomers, it can be downright intimidating at first—especially when it comes to shopping for firearms—but it does not have to be. Read this article to learn what measurements you need to know before buying your shotgun.
While I do not recommend the single-action revolver as a front line defensive handgun, it is surprising how often it comes up in my training classes, or in conversation at the gun shop, that folks rely on these handguns. If the gun is reliable and well made, and the shooter is familiar with the action, they could do worse. Bob Campbell goes on to make his case for single actions and .45 Colt cartridge. What’s you opinion?
Read this post for the details on the long-awaited Glock 41 .45 ACP long-slide you can carry all week and use on an IDPA course on the weekend. It is lighter than the Model 21 Gen 4, has more grips to fit more hands and is a light carry that makes shooting look easy even though it is not.
Looking back at the performances of the Glock Forties over the years, I was taken by how consistently they’ve shot, handled, and carried, and how steady the pricing has been.
The Taurus M44 .44 Magnum combinedf with .44 Special ammunition is a perfect weapon to protect your home. It’s also hard to beat when defending yourself against animals. Reliability, accuracy and power at a fair price … a hard combination to beat. Read this post for the details on range results and the best ways to practice using this heavy duty revolver.
The AK-47, around for a long time, is a bargain given the performance. Whether you’re a hunter or recreational shooters, the AK-47 is a great rifle. Put in some practice, choose a great load and keep the range short for best results. Check out this post to get all the details.
The Taurus Judge is a pure defense revolver, lightweight, portable and versatile loads. Read the post for load recommendations and more details.
The Colt Government Model .22 is a purpose-made. versatile, affordable, accurate pistol true to the 1911 template and chambered for the .22 Long Rifle cartridge. With multiple versions available at different price points, this pistol holds up well on the range and can used with a wide variety of ammunition and would be great as a farm or ranch pistol. For all the details on what ammo the author tested and the results, read the full post.
The Thompson submachine gun works as a home defense tool or for police agencies who need a pistol caliber carbine. With a long history of being carried by the military, both American and European, in many wars, the Thompson SMG has definitely earned it’s place as a part of Americana and a powerful weapon. Read the post to learn more about it’s history and the current model.
The Springfield Range Officer .45 ACP Pistol is an affordable, highly accurate handgun worth every penny as a target pistol, although it could be used for tactical purposes. This is a first-class target gun with much to recommend and you can discover all the details in this post.