Ammunition

A Closer Look at Federal’s New Short Shells

The most formidable of home defense weapons is the 12-gauge shotgun. Powerful and fast handling, the shotgun gives a trained…Read More >

Firearms

Sweet 16: The Unappreciated 16-Gauge Shotgun

The .662 inch 16-gauge shotgun is among the most underappreciated gauges. As a young shooter, I was impressed that my…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 >

Firearms

The 10 Best Guns for Older Shooters

When it comes to guns for older shooters, there are many misconceptions. All are not disabled, but getting old isn’t…Read More >

Ammunition

Magnumitis: How to Know When the Gun Is Just Too Much

You won’t find “Magnumitis” in the dictionary. The term was coined as a derisive nickname for the tendency of shooters…Read More >

Firearms

Home Defense Checklist: What’s Important (and What Isn’t)

As an NRA- and state-certified instructor, I realize that personal defense is a deadly business. As a professional, I check…Read More >

Firearms

All About Truck Guns

Keeping a truck, or trunk, gun is part of staying safe wherever you go. Picking one is a combination of factors, such as cost, reliability, use and personal preferences. Check out the author’s guidelines for choosing his favorite truck gun and use the guidelines included in this post for choosing the perfect truck gun for your needs.