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Chuck Mawhinney

Chuck Mawhinney: Vietnam’s Deadliest Sniper

Chuck Mawhinney was a legendary U.S. Marine whose story slips through the jungles of Vietnam like a shadow but had the impact of a thunderbolt. Born on October 30, 1949, in Lakeview, Oregon, Charles “Chuck” Mawhinney grew up with a rifle, perfecting the quiet art of patience and precision from a young age.  These skills, […]

Lake City Army Ammunition Plant

Lake City Army Ammunition Plant

Have you ever wondered where your favorite high-quality ammunition comes from? Well, if you’re a gun enthusiast, it’s the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP). With its long and storied history stretching back over eighty years, this impressive factory has been the source of some of the most reliable ammo produced in modern times.  LCAAP […]

ar-10-calibers

AR-10 Calibers For Your Next Build

The AR-10 is the AR-15 platform’s bigger, bolder older brother. While the AR-10 has been around for decades, there are AR-10 calibers that you may not be as familiar with. The platform experienced a surge in popularity that began in the 2010s. This was due in part to the availability of new chamberings for the […]

308 VS 7.62 NATO

308 VS 7.62 NATO

Comparing .308 vs 7.62 NATO is like describing twin brothers with different personalities – these rounds are almost identical in every way. Almost. Many people believe there is no difference between the .308 vs 7.62 NATO. However, it turns out there are several legitimate distinctions between these two rounds. Though small, these details can impact […]

7.62x39 VS 308

7.62×39 VS 308 Winchester

7.62×39 and .308 are both cartridge superstars. These rounds have big reputations and also big differences. This article analyzes each round’s strengths and weaknesses and examines the ballistics of how 7.62×39 VS 308 Winchester match-up. The 7.62×39 is a smaller cased .30 caliber – also known as an intermediate round. Most notably, this round finds its […]