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George Washington: Life, Leadership, & Legacy

Who was George Washington? We’ve all seen the iconic image: On a cold December night in 1776, a tall, stoic figure stands at the bow of a boat crossing the icy Delaware River. The man’s army is hungry, weary, and on the brink of collapse. Still, his expression shows how he pressed forward with quiet […]

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How Loud Is A Gunshot

How Loud Is A Gunshot?

By Guy J. Sagi How loud a gunshot is depends on the firearm, but it’s usually pretty loud. Send a single round downrange without hearing protection, and permanent damage can result—even complete loss of hearing. You can eliminate the risk by wearing foamies, quality earmuffs, or modern electronic versions with suitable decibel-reduction ratings. Every experienced […]

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Muzzle Brake VS Compensator

Muzzle Brake VS Compensator

What’s the breakdown of a muzzle brake VS compensator when compared? Well, they’re brothers, but not twins. They have a similar design and work to achieve a common goal: better firearm control. However, they’re not the same thing. With this in mind, let’s explore the differences between a muzzle brake and a compensator and find […]

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a photo of a man shooting the best mosin nagant ammo outdoors

Best Mosin Nagant Ammo

By Guy J. Sagi Mosin-Nagants are often homely, always loud, and not generally known to be precision rifles. However, if you go to a gun show, you’ll notice a line at the dealer tables to purchase these historical long guns. So why are these surplus rifles so desirable? For starters, they are budget-friendly. Plus, the […]

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22 LR VS 22 WMR

22 LR VS 22 WMR

Rimfires generally need little in the way of introduction; 22 LR VS 22 WMR included. We most likely all cut our collective shooting teeth on them. More accurately, we all most likely cut our teeth on a .22 Long Rifle (.22LR) firearm. They are the best primers for shooting: relatively quiet, very cheap, accurate, and […]

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