Why caliber matters less than you think—until it doesn’t
Caliber debates have been going on as long as rifles and pistols have been in hunters’ and shooters’ hands….
Off-the-shelf rifles you can count on for elk season
Elk hunts demand rifles you don’t have to second-guess. You need a factory gun that shoots true, handles rough…
Duty-class metal pistols built for real-world use
A pistol built for duty use has to be more than accurate—it has to be durable, reliable, and capable…
Steel-framed pistols that age like a good rifle
Steel frames have been around as long as handguns themselves, and while polymer pistols dominate today’s market, there’s no…
Rifles that handle wind better than the ballistics charts say
Wind is the great equalizer for long-range shooting, and most charts make it look worse than it actually plays…
Long-range hunting rifles that don’t weigh a ton
Long-range hunting rifles have a reputation for being heavy, especially when paired with big optics. But you don’t need…
Which AR brands are outselling the rest
AR rifles continue to dominate the civilian rifle market, and certain brands are leading the charge when it comes…
Calibers U.S. law enforcement still relies on daily
Law enforcement calibers have shifted over the years, but a handful remain in daily use because they balance effectiveness,…
Factory rifles that don’t need tuning to perform
A lot of rifles only reach their full potential after you’ve swapped stocks, added bedding, or tuned the trigger….
What to buy if you want a metal pistol that lasts
A well-built metal pistol has a kind of staying power polymer frames can’t always match. Steel and aluminum-framed handguns…