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About Us: Your Trusted Source for Gun Information

Welcome to Gun Made, your one-stop destination for honest, unbiased, and comprehensive information on all things firearms.

Our mission is to be the number one authority on gun-related topics, providing gun buyers and owners with the latest gun reviews, laws, regulations, and advice on guns and ammo.

Our team consists of experienced gun owners, including Veterans, long-time hunters, and firearm instructors, who share their wealth of knowledge and expertise with our readers.

Our Team

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Brady Kirkpatrick

Brady Kirkpatrick is the founder of Gun Made, the #1 online gun search engine. Recognizing the challenges of finding the right firearm at the right price, Brady built a platform to simplify the process, comparing prices across hundreds of online dealers and providing valuable content from trustworthy bloggers. His commitment to user-centricity and innovation has shaped Gun Made into a comprehensive resource for gun enthusiasts. In addition to Gun Made, Brady has also lent his firearm expertise to an array of renowned publications, such as The Truth About Guns, CrossBreed Holsters, Cheaper than Dirt, 19FortyFive, We Are The Mighty, and many others.

image author Ryan Domke

Ryan Domke

Ryan Domke is a freelance writer, photographer, and social media consultant with a passion for guns and tactical gear. He works with some of the largest manufacturers in the firearms industry, allowing him the opportunity to continuously learn from and knowledge share with the 2A community. Ryan has contributed his writing expertise to numerous reputable publications, including Guns.com, Cheaper Than Dirt, Springfield Armory's 'The Armory Life,' Smith & Wesson's 'The S&W Bench', and The Mag Shack. When he’s not spending time with his family, you’ll likely find him at the range or starting a new DIY project.

image author Jeff Wood

Jeff Wood

Jeff Wood is a self-described "Freelance Sharpshooter", with a passion for precision rifle shooting, particularly as it applies to hunting. When not at work, he is likely to be tinkering with the next gun-related project or likely in the nearby mountains, either shooting or fishing with family. Jeff has shared his extensive knowledge of firearms through several well-known platforms, including Guns.com, Gun University, American Firearms, Desert Tech, and ColdBoreMiracle.

image author Randy Bauman

Randy Bauman

Randy Bauman is a firearm, shooting, hunting, and outdoor enthusiast.  Randy has been an NRA Certified Rifle and Shotgun Instructor since 1992 and for 7 years was the lead instructor for the BSA's Western Region National Camping Schools Shooting Sports Section. He is now a USCCA Handgun Instructor at The Range LLC in Yakima and focuses on those who are new to shooting. When not out on the range or in the classroom Randy can be found enticing local trout with a fly rod, hiking, camping, or chasing big game in Washington state.

image author Travis Pike

Travis Pike

Travis Pike is a former Marine Machine gunner who served with 2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years. He deployed in 2009 to Afghanistan and again in 2011 with the 22nd MEU(SOC) during a record-setting 11 months at sea. He’s trained with the Romanian Army, the Spanish Marines, the Emirate Marines, and the Afghan National Army. He serves as an NRA-certified pistol instructor and teaches concealed carry classes.

image author Brian Armstrong

Brian Armstrong

Brian Armstrong grew up in a small farm town in rural Indiana and learned to shoot before he learned to drive. His career began as a firefighter and medic in Ft Wayne, IN. Throughout the years, he has owned multiple businesses, from construction to technology. His life has come full circle, and he is back to his emergency services roots -teaching emergency first aid and firearms courses. You canollow Brian @LetsTalkDgu Brian believes that the best way to learn “HOW” to do something is to first answer “WHY” you do something. He is an average guy with views like yours and is now sharing the knowledge gained from teaching, learning from others, and researching the topics you don’t have time to explore yourself.

image author Brian Zerbian

Brian Zerbian

Brian is a USMC Veteran and avid gun enthusiast from New Jersey who loves to spend his time shooting, writing, listening to classic rock, and learning new things. His goal is to help new gun owners and people who are getting into guns get all the best knowledge in the simplest ways. With no technical jargon and seasoned with fun.

image author Chris Fortenberry

Chris Fortenberry

Chris is a firearms enthusiast and collector located in Texas. Chris’ passion for firearms started at a young age and was fueled by his passion for history. Chris used that passion to become a historian and feels that spreading the understanding of firearms functionally, socially, and politically is one of the paramount jobs of the 2nd Amendment community. He seeks to share his knowledge with those around him.

image author Josh Winsett

Josh Winsett

Josh Winsett was originally born a Hoosier, now nestled in the hills of the Smokies. He is the son of a career Law Enforcement Officer and the grandson of two World War II veterans. His passion is saving you time and money, enabling you to invest more in guns and gear. He firmly believes in choosing dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

Comprehensive Guides and Easy-to-Understand Resources

Our experienced team of gun enthusiasts has created a comprehensive guide and resource library that caters to both beginners and seasoned firearm owners.

We believe that learning about firearms should be accessible to everyone, which is why we present our content in an easy-to-understand way that welcomes all levels of expertise.

Honest, Unbiased Information and Reviews

At Gun Made, we pride ourselves on delivering honest and unbiased information in all our content. We are entirely self-funded and free from sponsorships by gun companies or gun retailers, which allows us to provide objective reviews and recommendations.

Our readers can trust that our primary goal is to help them make informed decisions about guns and related products. Our top priority is to provide our readers with unbiased reviews and recommendations. We understand the importance of finding the right firearm and accessories for your needs, and we're here to help you every step of the way.

Our team thoroughly tests and researches products to deliver the most accurate and helpful information possible.

Our Testing Process

We put great effort into testing products to provide our readers with reliable and trustworthy recommendations.

Our hands-on experience includes evaluating guns, gear, and accessories, comparing them against competing items to determine which is best suited for various needs and preferences.

We generally try to test firearms with at least 200-300 rounds fired to make sure there are no malfunctions and we get a good test sample before sharing our overall thoughts.

malfunctions and we get a good test sample before sharing our overall thoughts. When hands-on access is not possible, we rely on our extensive research, professional feedback, and experience with similar products to ensure our readers have the information they need to make informed decisions.

Uniqueness and Value

Gun Made stands out in the firearm community for our unbiased reviews, recommendations, and commitment to finding the best and lowest prices for our readers.

We understand that making a firearm-related purchase is an important decision, and we want to provide our readers with the most valuable and accurate information possible.

Comprehensive Gun Price Search Engine

To further assist our readers, we've developed a comprehensive gun price search engine with a database of tens of thousands of firearms. We are onboarding nearly 1,000 online gun dealers to ensure our readers have access to the most competitive prices and the best options available.

Editorial Standards

At Gun Made, our articles are carefully crafted, edited, verified, and reviewed by a team of seasoned journalists. We are dedicated to providing our readers with precise reporting and in-depth how-to guides.

Our editorial staff and contributors possess extensive expertise in the world of firearms. They participate in competitive shooting events, visit a wide range of shooting facilities, engage in hunting excursions, and remain informed about the latest gun laws and regulations.

Furthermore, we connect with top-tier gun enthusiasts and industry professionals from across the globe to ensure our readers receive the most authoritative and up-to-date information available.

Join Our Team

If you have a solid background and experience in the gun industry and are interested in contributing to our blog, please reach out to us on our Contact page. Send us samples of your writing, and our team will get back to you.

Thank you for visiting Gun Made, and we look forward to being your trusted source for all your firearm needs.