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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

Failure is Possible: How to Keep On-Target if Your Sights Fail

Sighting systems can fail. Here we discuss the realities of staying on target whether you are

Jeremy Stafford

Defensive Handgunning Myths

Don't base your training and equipment on outdated information. Recognize these defensive

Jeremy Stafford

Shooting From Retention

Using a defensive handgun in close quarters for personal protection requires a special

Richard Nance

Self-Defense Handgun and Ammo Options for People With Dexterity and Strength Issues

Many firearms owners feel they can't reliably manage their guns due to insufficient strength

Jeremy Stafford

Realistic Reloads: Fast, Efficient and Rare

Thoughts for executing those rare but necessary reloads from the tactical, retention and speed

Jeremy Stafford

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Shoot 101

Long-Range Shooting Made Easy

The mathematical mavericks at Accuracy 1st break down the science and skill of shooting at

Alfredo Rico

GAIM Time: Shooting Simulator Review

A sister company to optics maker Aimpoint, GAIM has developed an accessible, Oculus-powered

Joe Kurtenbach

First Blood: My Son's Successful Deer Hunt

With an emphasis on safety and responsibility I've raised my children around guns and hunting.

Keith Wood

Pistol Shooting Grip For Speed & Accuracy

Establishing a proper shooting grip is critical to firing a pistol with speed and accuracy.

Richard Nance

CMP (Civilian Marksmanship Program) Talladega: 'The Home of Marksmanship'

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) offers competitive shooting programs and the sale of

Keith Wood

The Importance of Shooting Competitions

Learn why every rifleman can benefit from competing with others.

Tom Beckstrand

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Survival

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

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Shelter in Place – Quarantine Cuisine

During a shelter-in-place order scenario, you only want to leave your house when absolutely

Outdoor Channel Public Service Announcement

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How-To

The Armorer's Bench: Working on Your Own Firearms

Being able to work on your own firearms is a valuable skill to learn, and it's always

Eric Poole

Sharpening Skills with SAAM: Shooting and Hunting at FTW Ranch

Attending the Sportsman's All-Weather All-Terrain Marksmanship (SAAM) training course at FTW

Jayce Kadoun

How To Restore An M1 Garand Rifle

Bringing a piece of military history to correct spec can be just as satisfying as the range

Dave Emary

Ballistic Advantage American-Made AR-15 Barrels: Guaranteed

Ballistic Advantage offers American-made AR-15 barrels with a sub-MOA guarantee.

Tom Beckstrand

Cadence Shooting: Understanding Tempo, Distance and Accuracy

Not every shooting scenario is the same. Shooting fast is great on close targets but you may

Kyle Lamb

How To Prepare For Gun School

Good firearms training costs time and money. Don't waste it! Here are seven ways to prepare

Richard Nance

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Historical

The Adams Revolver Revolution

In the mid-19th century, Britain was one of the First Nations to adopt a metallic cartridge

Garry James

The Must-Have Gun: Getting Ahold of the M1 Carbine

The soaring popularity of the M1 Carbine is driving up prices and lowering availability. Some

Eric Poole

Remembering P.O. Ackley and His Legacy

P.O. Ackley was a great contributor to the world of firearms and cartridge design. A

Dave Emary

How To Restore An M1 Garand Rifle

Bringing a piece of military history to correct spec can be just as satisfying as the range

Dave Emary

Living History: Shooting The M1 Garand Rifle In 30-06 Springfield

The M1 Garand is known for being one of the finest fighting implements in the history of the

Jeremy Stafford

The Guns of John Moses Browning by Nathan Gorenstein: Book Review

Print isn't dead, and invaluable resources for firearm enthusiasts are often only available in

Eric R. Poole

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Reloading

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

Reloading Essentials for an At-Home Ammo Factory

When factory ammunition is in limited supply, give handloading a try; here's a list of

Dave Emary

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