If you’ve recently purchased a new firearm, then you’re going to be in the market for ammo. But which ammo type is the best choice? With so many options and varieties available, it can sometimes cause the ammo buying process to seem overwhelming. On the Widener’s blog, we make finding the best ammo for your gun an easy task. Our series of ammo guides will help you quickly choose the correct caliber, and best weight and type of ammo for your intended purpose.
Enjoy browsing a huge assortment of ammunition articles on the Widener’s blog. We have in-depth articles with specific caliber comparisons that pits the virtues of various rounds against each other. We also have caliber-specific quick guides to help you identify the best ammo in a particular caliber or use type. Be sure to check out our ammo guides and share the information with your friends and family if you find it helpful.
Welcome to the wild world of firearms and ammunition, where the options can be as diverse as those who make them. It might seem strange to some to compare the 22LR VS 223, but they have more in common than you may suspect. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a newcomer to the world of […]
Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Federal Premium has officially stepped up the shotgun game by introducing the Federal Action Shotgun 12 Gauge ammunition. They developed this ammunition for serious competition shooters needing shotgun shells that reliably feed and eject without malfunctions. The development of this shotshell didn’t happen overnight and required input from several high-level 3-gun […]
By Guy J. Sagi The Russian military adopted the AK-47 in 1947, chambering the 7.62×39 mm cartridge. For more than two decades, that duo did yeoman’s work for its armed forces and continues to do so in hot spots around the globe. An improved design rolled out in 1974—labeled the equally unimaginative “AK-74”—digests 5.45×39 mm, […]
The 6.5 Creedmoor VS 223 are both popular rounds. The .223 Rem has been a household name for over fifty years, while the 6.5 Creedmoor is a rising star. But how do these rounds overlap, and how do they differ? If you could only choose one, which would it be? The 6.5 Creedmoor and the […]
Comparing 350 Legend VS 223 Rem requires some research. The cartridges have different applications, however, they share a few similarities. If you’re considering building out a rifle chambered in either caliber, we’ll walk you through the pros, and cons of making that decision. The overall length of the two cartridges is nearly identical, with the […]
