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Primer on a .223 Gorilla ammunition load

Ammunition

Range Report: Gorilla Ammunition Field Test

While there are many types of ammunition available, ranging from inexpensive steel-case loads we don’t expect much accuracy from to match-grade rifle ammunition we expect to group into a dime at 100 yards, so ammunition must be chosen with care. The object we examine may give a good first impression, but its properties are the determining factor in any further purchases—and Gorilla brings plenty of performance. Gorilla Ammunition’s loads have favorably impressed me with good quality control, excellent cartridge integrity and accuracy.

Smith & Wesson M&P10 right

Firearms

Range Report: Smith & Wesson M&P10 .308 Rifle

The .223/5.56mm platform is a wonderful close-quarters combat system and may be accurate at extended range. However, the punch needed for some chores just isn’t there. When you feel the need for more power, you reach for Smith and Wesson’s M&P .308.

Diagram explaining parallax error

How-To

Understanding Parallax

Are you using the focus knob on your riflescope properly? Read “Understanding Parallax” to find out why the focus knob on your scope is much more than what most shooters think.

Hunting and Outdoors

How to Set Up an AR-15 for Hog Hunting

Why focus specifically on setting up the AR-15 for hog hunting? It’s this generation’s gun, and for good reason. The limitless configurations make it one of the most versatile guns on earth. The hardest part is figuring out what you want—never mind need—as you customize your AR-15. Since you’re reading this, you’re more likely to own an AR-15 than any other single gun. Here are some questions and answers for you to consider when getting set up to hunt wild hogs with yours.

Shooter with a gun next to a barricade

Safety and Training

The Sinistral Shooter

Are left-handed shooters at a disadvantage? Maybe, but then again, perhaps there are advantages as well. Check out this article on the advantages you may not have been aware of.

Ammunition

Best Slugs for Deer Hunting

For many, a shotgun was the weapon we used for our first big game hunting experience. Hunters today have everything from A-Z to pick from to use to hunt with. Archery, rifle, handgun, shotguns or even zombie type guns can be used in many areas around the country. Despite the trend towards using fancy tricked-out tactical guns or lean, mean high-powered rifles, or even souped-up elite compound bows, a good shotgun outfitted with a slug barrel is still a very popular weapon of choice. Here are a few shotgun slug choices worth considering.