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Federal Action Shotgun Review

Federal Action Shotgun Review

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 […]

Beretta 1301 Tactical

Beretta 1301 Tactical Review 

By Allen Scavetta The Beretta 1301 Tactical is a direct descendant of the 1201. Beretta first announced it to the US in late 2013 and began production in 2014. It’s not their first attempt to bring a gas-operated shotgun to the market, but it may be their best. They’ve cycled through a few iterations of […]

how fast do bullets travel

How Fast Do Bullets Travel?

How fast do bullets travel? You’ve likely overheard other shooters discussing things like bullet velocity, penetration, or projectile trajectory. While these terms form a second language of sorts for seasoned shooters, these conversations can be a bit challenging to navigate if you are less well-versed on the subject of ballistics.  There’s no reason to sign […]

a photo of popular shotgun types

Popular Shotgun Types

By Guy J. Sagi Sporting clays, trapshooting, and most bird hunting are the exclusive realm of shotguns, but these versatile firearms can also be ideal for home defense, action shooting sports, and—depending on regulations—big-game hunting. Here’s a brief look at the most popular shotgun types. Let us help you make the right purchase decision and […]

a photo of a woman shooting a competition shotgun

Choosing A Competition Shotgun

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Choosing a shotgun for competition is a process that only you can make the final decision on. It takes small tweaks and adjustments to fit a shotgun to your face, eyesight, and grip before you’re ready to compete. You should also enjoy the shotgun you’re shooting and be able to manage […]