Shotgun: America’s favorite

Blunderbuss. Scattergun, Trench gun. Whatever you call it, the shotgun has long been one of America’s favorite firearms. It’s also evident in the history of the shotgun shell. “A shotgun shell or shotshell is a self-contained cartridge loaded with lead shot or a shotgun slug which is designed to be fired from a shotgun.”1 History The earliest smoothbore firearms loaded with shots were the […]
6 Gun Safety Tips You Need to Remember

Gun ownership is a protected right and one practiced by many Americans. While the precise number of gun owners remains unclear, approximately 72 million Americans report ownership a gun. Of course, people can inherit guns such as rifles from family members, that may require no permits or licenses. Given that, the actual number of gun owners is […]
This Is How to Clean Your Gun the Right Way

There are a host of great reasons to own a gun. In the United States, the primary reason for gun ownership is protection, cited by 67% of Americans who own a gun. Other popular reasons include hunting and sport shooting, as part of gun collections, and for work purposes. Whatever your reason for owning a gun, it […]
Tips to Help You Choose a Concealed Carry Gun

Around 20 million Americans have their concealed carry permit. If you’re thinking about getting yours, it’s time to start considering how to choose a concealed carry gun that’s right for you. When it comes to choosing a gun, there seem to be hundreds of things to consider. And if this is your very first time buying […]
A Complete Guide to Pistol Primers

There is one part of the pistol cartridge that is overlooked but plays an essential role: primers. They profoundly impact your cartridge performance, but many people do not know what they do. Often when there is an ammo shortage, there is also a primer shortage. They are an essential part of your gun for various reasons, […]