Many subscribe to the adage, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” You can certainly apply this concept to the AR-15 and its standard 5.56x45mm cartridge. The 5.56 cartridge is well-rounded, and you can use it for various applications. From sports shooting to home defense or taking on small to medium-sized games, the 5.56 is the epitome of versatility. But what about other popular AR-15 Calibers? Over the years, roughly a dozen different AR-15 cartridges have come into being. Some for reasons of necessity, others for compliance with hunting laws in certain states. As is always the case in the f ..read more

Comparing 300 Blackout VS 308 Winchester is tough as they are both versatile rounds. While the 300 Blackout is newer, it shares a similar origin story to the .308 Winchester. In both cases, the military was looking for modifications to current rounds. Below, we’ll talk about these rounds’ history and the best applications for each caliber.  The .308 and the 300 BLK are fundamentally different, so this won’t be a neck-in-neck discussion about which is better. Rather, this article will help people decide which one might suit them for their purposes. Key Differences: 300 Blackout VS 308 Wh ..read more

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 these semi-automatic shotguns since the late 1980s and early 1990s, pushing this platform to the top of its class. So let’s dive in and get into the meat and potatoes.  In this review, I’ll be taking a look at one of the best 12-gauge semi-automatic shotguns from Beretta’s outstanding la ..read more

The 300 Win Mag and the 308 Win cartridges are precise, effective, and reliable. These rounds have been tried, and they’ve been found true. It’s not a discussion of 300 Win Mag VS 308 being better or worse. Rather, we will be inspecting each round’s purpose, strengths, and weaknesses.  The 300 Win Mag is built for distance and power. If you need it, use it. The 308 is a versatile round, a gritty adventurer ready to do whatever, whenever. Which is for you? That depends on your needs and personal preference.  Key Differences: 300 Win Mag VS 308 What are the differences between the 30 ..read more

If the Winchester 1873 was “the gun that won the west,” perhaps we could say the M1 Garand is “the gun that won the war.” The rapid-firing, heavy-hitting, distance-stretching reputation of M1 Garand placed fear in the hearts of its enemy long before the trigger finger flexed.  The story of the M1 Garand is a story of American ingenuity and determination. The M1 Garand is among the most iconic firearms of the last century. And in this guide, we intend to explore the birth of the M1 Garand, its rise to popularity, and how it lives on. We’ll also cover the unique features of the M1 and its ..read more

By Guy J. Sagi Mikhail Kalashnikov is an indelible name in firearm history.  In fact, he’s the reason we have the AK-47 VS AK-74 argument to consider. He designed the 7.62x39mm-chambered AK-47, the Avtomat Kalashnikov – loosely translated as Automatic Kalashnikov – that the Soviet Union officially adopted in 1947. Decades later, he supervised the group led by Alexei D. Kryakushin that improved it. The Soviet Union drafted the results of that effort, the AK-74, into service in 1974.    The AK-74 shares the gas-operated, rotating-bolt system of operation and many parts with its ..read more

By Guy J. Sagi So you want to buy a classic battle rifle? Fair enough. It’s something that most men desire to own in their lifetime. Sure, you could buy a Rolex, Leica camera, or some other luxury tchotchke. But there’s something about a linseed oil-rubbed woodgrain stock and parkerized stainless steel finish that excites you. It calls to you on some primal level. The only question is how do you decide between the M14 VS M1 Garand? The M1 Garand served with distinction in both the Pacific and European theaters of World War II. Gen. George S. Patton called it, “The best battle implement ever ..read more

The versatility of the .308 Win often creates a lot of questions for new gun owners. Is the round underpowered, or overpowered? What’s the best bullet grain weight and its effective range? This article will give you an introduction to .308 ballistics as we talk velocity, drop rate, and more.  Let’s begin with the .308’s resume. Military snipers, big game hunters, competition shooters, and even home defenders rely on the .308 Win cartridge. It’s not the most powerful centerfire round, but it outpaces its larger peers in capability, and it doesn’t have overwhelming recoil.  In additi ..read more

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 rifle on the civilian market. Before the boom, if you were building or buying an AR-10, everyone assumed you were getting a rifle chambered in .308 Winchester. That’s because it was really the only option readily available to civilians on the market. The AR-10 platform was initially ch ..read more

As a lifelong firearms enthusiast and avid shooter, I have learned a lot about the gun community over the years. One undeniable thing is that gun owners love to debate just about anything. When it comes to steel vs. brass ammo, the debate never ends.  Want proof? Post a comment promoting a specific gun, cartridge caliber, or optic on any firearms forum and wait a few minutes. Within the hour, you will likely see dozens of comments on your post, some of which support your position and an equal number arguing against it. A few of the most well-known debates in the gun world include 9mm vs ..read more