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What Is A Pistol Brace and Why Does It Matter To You?
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What Is A Pistol Brace and Why Does It Matter To You?

What is a pistol brace? Discover the benefits and potential legalities of pistol braces, attachments that improve accuracy and control while shooting.

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Chris Fortenberry
· Feb 8, 2026 · 10 min read
.223 vs. 5.56 NATO vs. .223 Wylde: The Best of Both Worlds
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.223 vs. 5.56 NATO vs. .223 Wylde: The Best of Both Worlds

What’s the difference between .223 vs 5.56 vs .223 Wylde? Check out our in-depth guide and find out for yourself.

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Brian Zerbian
· Feb 8, 2026 · 12 min read
Weaver vs. Picatinny Rail: Differences, History, Usage
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Weaver vs. Picatinny Rail: Differences, History, Usage

Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about Weaver vs. Picatinny rails!

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Joel Nordness
· Feb 8, 2026 · 9 min read
How to Paint an AR-15: Step-By-Step With Photos
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How to Paint an AR-15: Step-By-Step With Photos

Learn how to paint your AR-15 rifle with this step-by-step guide. From prepping the surface to applying the final coat, we'll walk you through the process to give your rifle a fresh, new look.

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Patrick Long
· Feb 8, 2026 · 7 min read
AR-15 Pistol vs. Rifle: Up Close vs. Far Away
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AR-15 Pistol vs. Rifle: Up Close vs. Far Away

Are you wanting to learn the differences between AR-15 pistols vs rifles? Check out our detailed guide here.

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Brian Zerbian
· Feb 8, 2026 · 9 min read
9mm vs .45 ACP: Self-Defense Caliber Showdown
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9mm vs .45 ACP: Self-Defense Caliber Showdown

9mm vs 45 ACP: Which caliber is right for you? An honest take from a handgun expert.

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Joel Nordness
· Feb 8, 2026 · 10 min read
AR Pistol vs. SBR: Legal Differences and Performance
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AR Pistol vs. SBR: Legal Differences and Performance

What’s the difference between an AR Pistol and an SBR? Don’t wait for the ATF to come knocking. Find out and stay on the right side of the law.

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Brian Zerbian
· Feb 8, 2026 · 8 min read
How Much Does an AR-15 Cost? List of Various Prices [2026]
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How Much Does an AR-15 Cost? List of Various Prices [2026]

The AR-15 is the most popular rifle in America and the AR-15 cost can be as low as $400. Read more to see learn how much they can cost!

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Patrick Long
· Feb 8, 2026 · 7 min read
What is MOA? A Detailed Guide on Minute of Angle
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What is MOA? A Detailed Guide on Minute of Angle

If you spend any time in the precision rifle shooting world, it won't be long before someone mentions MOA. We're going to dive into a full guide on minute of angle.

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Jeff Wood
· Feb 8, 2026 · 11 min read
Where Should You Shoot A Deer? The Best Places For the Kill
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Where Should You Shoot A Deer? The Best Places For the Kill

With as many deer being taken every season, you’d think this would be an open-and-shut story. But there are far too many deer lost every year to people not knowing where to shoot a deer.

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Jeff Wood
· Feb 8, 2026 · 11 min read
Hammer vs. Striker Fired: Which Is Best for You?
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Hammer vs. Striker Fired: Which Is Best for You?

Hammer and striker-fired guns have different advantages and disadvantages. Striker-fired weapons are simpler, but hammer-fired weapons have had more time to mature and refine over the decades. People may have certain preferences for each based on how they carry and what they prefer to use their firearm for.

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Patrick Long
· Feb 8, 2026 · 6 min read
How Much Do Guns Cost In 2026? [Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns]
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How Much Do Guns Cost In 2026? [Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns]

Weighing the cost of different styles of guns between hunting rifles, AR-15s, shotguns, and handguns. Find the best guns for you at all different price points.

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Brady Kirkpatrick
· Feb 8, 2026 · 7 min read

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