Firearms
10 Best AR-15 Alternatives (5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifles)
In a market flooded with options, it can be hard to get excited about another AR-15. Don’t get me wrong,…Read More >
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Ruger American Predator Rifle — Long Range Perfection
Sturm, Ruger & Co is definitely a favorite among hunters. The brand just keeps knocking the ball out of the…Read More >
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How to Build a Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR)
The Century International Arms Zastava PAP M92 pistol is ready to build into an SBR. Learn how in CTD Suzanne’s blog How to Build a Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR).
DIY
Firearm Restoration: Guide to Refurbishing Your Gun
I have rebuilt, improved, modified, and refurbished quite a few firearms over the years. Only a few have actually been…Read More >
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Discover the Best .30-30 Lever-Action Rifles
The lever-action rifle has been offered in a wide variety of different platforms, firing pistol-caliber cartridges, rimfire cartridges, and heavy…Read More >
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Review: Mossberg 464 SPX Lever-Action Rifle
When folks see a lever-action rifle they think hunting, probably deer hunting, maybe hog hunting. Just the same, the lever-action…Read More >
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The Best .357 Magnum Lever-Action Rifles You’ll Love Shooting
When I began this feature I had a big smile on my face thinking of the many experiences I’ve had…Read More >
Competitive Shooting
Long-Range Shooting with the AR-15
Long-range shooting with an AR-15 means different things to different shooters. However, the basics of achieving long-range accuracy come down to two things—barrels and bullets. Here’s a history of how refinements in those crucial areas got started.
Ammunition
The Benefits of Hornady Defense Ammunition
Among my favorite types of ammunition for personal defense are those using the Hornady eXtreme Terminal Performance bullet. The XTP…Read More >
Ammunition
.223 vs. 5.56: Ammunition Comparison and Overview
Using commercial .223 cartridges in a 5.56-chambered rifle should work reliably, but generally will not be as accurate as when fired from a .223-chambered gun due to the excessive leade. There always seems to be a lot of confusion over the difference between a .223 and a 5.56 chamber. I often receive questions asking if someone can shove 5.56 ammo into their new AR-15. The quick answer is maybe. Just because a gun has .223/5.56 scribed on the barrel, does not mean it can handle either piece of ammunition equally.