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Die Hard Guns

Die Hard Guns

Anyone who has watched the original Die Hard film from 1988 has to get a chuckle from seeing it on a list of classic Christmas movies. After all, it has little in common with A Christmas Carol with its theme of redemption, It’s a Wonderful Life (appreciating what we have), or Christmas Vacation, a hilarious […]

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Wild West Guns

Wild West Guns

In the annals of American history, few periods capture the imagination quite like the Wild West. A time of pioneering spirit, lawlessness, and gold prospecting, it’s also a period that its firearms helped define. Whether a pistol, rifle, or shotgun, Wild West guns are synonymous with this 19th-century period in our country’s history. This was […]

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277 Fury VS 6.8 SPC

277 Fury VS 6.8 SPC

If you’re as excited about modern rifle cartridges as we are, you’ve probably jumped into debates around 277 Fury VS 6.8 SPC. Both cartridges owe their existence to the U.S. military. Their creation came about due to the battlefield limitations of the 5.56 NATO round.  While both are designed to outperform the aging 5.56 NATO […]

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22LR VS 22 Mag

22LR VS 22 Mag

In the world of rimfire cartridges, the .22 caliber reigns supreme, offering shooters a diverse array of options for various purposes. Among these, the .22 LR (Long Rifle) and .22 Magnum (WMR) are popular choices. Despite their similar origins, 22LR VS 22 Mag have distinct characteristics that cater to different shooting needs.  On a side […]

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Death Wish Guns

Death Wish Guns

The first three films in the Death Wish series, starring Charles Bronson, generated a significant cultural conversation upon release. These vigilante action films released between 1974-85, pushed cinematic boundaries. They depict Paul Kersey, an architect who becomes a self-appointed public avenger with Death Wish guns after a personal tragedy.  The first film is a gritty, […]

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