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Personal Defense

Front Sight Focus: Myth or Mandatory?

A lifelong study of gunfights confirms that handgun sights are critical, but maybe not for the

Dave Spaulding

Gun Notes: Joe's Top Carry Guns & Gear of 2023

Guns & Ammo's Executive Editor documents the guns and gear he carried and used most in 2023,

Joe Kurtenbach

A History of Carry: 40 Years Armed

Carrying a firearm for duty or defense is no small responsibility, and each gun carried offers

Dave Spaulding

Carry A Gun? Take It To A Match

If you carry a gun for self-defense, you should try shooting competitively. There are plenty

Jack Hennessy

Proper Combative Pistol Grip (And A Whole Lot More)

Establishing a proper shooting grip is about more than hand pressure and thumb position. Here,

Dave Spaulding

Why I Carry: Starting Out In Armed Self-Defense

As the number of new gun owners in the United States continues to rise, so do the ranks of

Jack Hennessy

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Shoot 101

Long Range Hunting on a Budget: Part 2

Covering some ballistic technology to supplement your skills.

Dave Emary

Long Range Hunting on a Budget: Part 1

Long-range hunting and shooting can be doable and affordable.

Dave Emary

Long Live Squirrel Camp

Is hunting as much fun as it once was? If not, maybe you need to consider spending some

Brad Fitzpatrick

Aimpoint's GAIM Virtual Reality Experience: Full Review

Using 3-D printed titanium, PWD have made an affordable and durable .22 suppressor. Here's a

Eric R. Poole

Home on the Range

Gun enthusiasts can still gather to build community and skillsets.

Keith Wood

SIG Sauer Rose: Firearms, Training, and Community for Women

SIG Sauer has created the Rose lifestyle program for women — led by eight-­time World Champion

Donna Boddington

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Survival

Mountain Hunting Systems

Craig Boddington shares some of his insight on his highest altitude hunts. The Mountain is

Craig Boddington

Survival Guide: Dave Spaulding Rules of Conflict

Making the right decisions and taking the correct actions can save your life. After a career

Dave Spaulding

Shelter in Place - Home Gym

Your local gyms are closed and you aren't supposed to hit the running trails anymore, but that

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Shelter in Place - Prepare Your Vehicle

When under shelter-in-place orders and not going anywhere, your vehicle should be fueled and

Outdoor Channel Public Service Announcement

Shelter in Place – How to Make Your Own Face Mask

During a shelter-in-place scenario, information and personal needs change quickly, and you

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Shelter in Place – ‘Go Bag' and ‘Get Home Bag' Essentials

In this lesson, “Hollywood Weapons” host and former Green Beret Terry Schappert will talk

Outdoor Channel Public Service Announcement

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How-To

What's that Gun Worth?

Jim Supica breaks down how vintage firearms are evaluated and priced.

Jim Supica

Restoring an M1 Carbine: Part 3

Part 3: Restoring and evaluating a late-­production Rock-­Ola M1 Carbine.

Dave Emary

Restoring an M1 Carbine: Part 2

Part 2: How to consider production information when selecting parts to restore an M1 Carbine

Dave Emary

Restoring an M1 Carbine: Part 1

Join us in turning back time as we restore an M1 Carbine to its World War II configuration.

Dave Emary

Bolt-Action Rifle Cleaning: How-To Guide

Keeping your rifle in tip-top shape is not as hard as some may think, and the benefits to

Alfredo Rico

Mountain Hunting Systems

Craig Boddington shares some of his insight on his highest altitude hunts. The Mountain is

Craig Boddington

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Historical

10 Underrated Hunting Cartridges

The latest hunting cartridges are impressive for their in-flight ballistics and terminal

Brad Fitzpatrick

Blast From The Past: The Resurgent 1911

John Browning's heavy-duty .45-caliber fight stopper has seen action all over the world and

Fred Mastison

Boddington's Take: .30-06 Springfield Cartridge

With all the new and exciting rifle cartridges being introduced of late, it's easy to overlook

Craig Boddington

Restoring an M1 Carbine: Part 3

Part 3: Restoring and evaluating a late-­production Rock-­Ola M1 Carbine.

Dave Emary

Restoring an M1 Carbine: Part 2

Part 2: How to consider production information when selecting parts to restore an M1 Carbine

Dave Emary

Restoring an M1 Carbine: Part 1

Join us in turning back time as we restore an M1 Carbine to its World War II configuration.

Dave Emary

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Reloading

Reloading for Precision Rifle: Building a Baseline

Don't overthink reloading for precision rifles. Sure, you can endlessly pursue the perfect

Alfredo Rico

Ball Powder Propellant: You Are Probably Shooting St. Marks Powder

Since 1969, Ball powder propellant has been made by St. Marks Powder, not Winchester. The

Dave Emary

Considerations for Handloading World War II-Vintage Rifle Ammunition

These suggestions will assist you in handloading mil-spec ammunition that will regulate with

Dave Emary

How to Shoot Better: Tools and Tips to Improve Factory Ammo Accuracy

Factory ammunition has never better, but there's always room for improvement. With a small

Dave Emary

Handgun Reloads

There are many reasons for reloading for your handguns. If you currently reload for rifle

Dave Emary

RCBS Rebel Single Stage Press – First Look

RCBS announced the new Rebel Single Stage Press is now available and shipping to retail

Guns & Ammo Staff

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