Concealed Carry
Custom Carry Guns: Pros and Cons
When I choose a concealed carry handgun, I look at several factors. First: concealability. While some may be able to…Read More >
How-To
How do you…
- Build a certain firearm?
- Find the right part?
- Prepare for the right situation?
- Reload certain ammo?
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Firearms
Tips for Firing a Rifle Offhand, Part 2
In part one of this blog series, we covered why choosing the right caliber and scope are important for firing…Read More >
Firearms
Tips for Firing a Rifle Offhand, Part 1
The primary goal in marksmanship is being able to hit what you are aiming at. The scenario may be simple…Read More >
AR-15s
10 Ways to Keep Your AR and AK Running
As a young man, the family and friends I grew up with were hunters. The rifles and shotguns they used…Read More >
Consumer Information
Magazine Maintenance: Do’s and Don’ts
Every semi-automatic gun I can think of has a magazine, as do some bolt-action rifles. That means a lot of…Read More >
General
Patterning a Shotgun: Defense Edition
The shotgun is often touted as the “end-all, beat-all” for home defense. I am not going to tell you that…Read More >
AR-15s
Threadlockers: A Guide for AR-15 DIYers
Adhesives have their places in AR-15 construction projects, and application ranges from what I think is crucially important to what…Read More >
How-To
What Causes Gun Malfunctions (and How to Fix Them)
What happens when your gun does not go bang? Malfunctions, such as squibs, stovepipes, failures to feed or eject, misfires, hangfires, slamfires, double feeds, and short strokes, will happen. Your first fix for most malfunctions is tap-rack-bang! Learn more about how to identify them and fix them on The Shooter’s Log at CheaperThanDirt.com.
Firearms
How to Completely Evaluate a Range Rental Pistol in Just 50 Rounds
It’s not just about how it feels—there are more things you need to consider when purchasing a handgun. Here is a walk-through guide on how to evaluate a pistol using only 50 rounds of ammo.
Camping & Survival
Firearms for Dire Straits
These are uncertain times. Few of us have faith in our government or leaders. We have seen lackluster responses to…Read More >