Category: Guest posts
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What Determines the Caliber of an AR-15?
What Determines the Caliber of an AR-15? The AR-15 was initially designed to be used specifically with a 5.56x45mm cartridge. However, due to its popularity, there is now a variety of calibers. But what determines the caliber of an AR-15 depends on what you are aiming for with this powerful rifle. Maybe you are looking…
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Wilson Combat Acquires Lehigh Defense
Interesting news coming out of Berryville, Arkansas! TGR is a big fan of Wilson Combat firearms. Bill Wilson is proud to announce the acquisition of Pennsylvania-based ammunition and bullet manufacturer Lehigh Defense. Lehigh Defense will join other Wilson-owned companies Chip McCormick Custom, Circle WC Ranch, Khumba Bush Camp, Scattergun Technologies, Wilson Custom Ammunition and Wilson…
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7 Mistakes New Shooters Often Make
by Jordan McDowell It’s easy to get excited about handling a gun for the first time, but that excitement opens doors to many possible mistakes. If you commit one of those mistakes, there’s a huge risk to yourself as well as people and property in your surroundings. Maintaining your firearm properly and following gun safety…
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5 Best Pistols for Beginners
If you are just starting to learn more about firearms, most people probably recommended you to own a pistol as a starting point. Pistols are easier to handle and great for beginners. To narrow down your choices, we compiled a list of the best pistols for beginners. Pistols are convenient to use because they’re small…
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Firepower Advantage: 5 Best Semi-Auto Rifles for Your Home
In defending home and hearth from varmints and pests (both two and four-legged), a handgun is nice, but a good semi-automatic rifle is a changer. The ability to put multiple rounds on target accurately and in short order, at a distance, can often mean the difference between life and death (for you or your livestock) or…
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Why the Ruger 10/22 is Perfect for Home Defense
Most people seem to think you need a loud, large-caliber gun for home defense. The reality is this: Armored paramilitary forces won’t be knocking down your door anytime soon. The fact is that home invasions are done by potential burglars, kidnappers, or rapists. A .22 is perfectly effective against those scenarios. Just remember that, no…
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Getting Perspective: Understanding Focal Planes
Whether you’re new to shooting or you’ve hit the range a few times, some of the terminology can be confusing. When looking down the scope, though, understanding the difference between the first and second focal plane can seriously affect your shooting. First Focal Plane One of the biggest differences between the focal planes is the…
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Reticles 101: How to Choose the Right Rifle Scope Reticle
If you are shopping for a new scope, you’re probably thinking a lot about reticle choice. You aren’t alone. I just went through this process with my new AR-10. There are a sea of options out there, and it’s hard to pick. I’ll help you narrow down your options. Different Reticle Designs There are so…
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What essentials do you need to clean a weapon safely?
Do you own a gun? If you reside in the US, there is a high probability that you or people you know own guns. After all, the gun ownership laws of the country allow its residents to do so. According to a study conducted by Pew Research Center, handguns and rifles continue to be one…
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How to Use MOA Reticle
How to Use MOA Reticle The trajectory of a spinning bullet isn’t straight. It’s a downward curve (arc) because gravity pulls down the bullet. Wind also swings the bullet sideways. And so, when you shoot, you hit the target at the zero (sight in) distance. But beyond that point-blank (zero) range, you miss. Hence, you…
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AK-12 (Kalashnikov) Review – 2019 Edition
As you may already know since you clicked this article, the AK-12 is the latest installment, so to say, in the AK-47 family – even though it was first introduced way back, in 2012. However, despite it being introduced in 2012, it already shows signs that it can surpass its predecessor. Why? Well, earlier this…
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Your Complete Beginner’s Guide to Tactical Gear
Your Complete Beginner’s Guide to Tactical Gear Primarily used by military members and law enforcement personnel, tactical gear has broadened its scope in terms of utility. The popularity of tactical gear has mushroomed among survivalists, hunters and even private citizens interested in improving their security. Questions are building on topics such as what makes a…
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SIG Sauer P320 Review in 2019
The SIG SAUER P320 is the military’s new sidekick, but it still has many debates surrounding it. For many marines, the new sidearm was a disappointing welcome. While for many other shooters the polymer framed handgun is all the rage. Nevertheless, is the weapon as bad as many want you to believe? To find out…
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Shoot Like a Girl: 7 Reasons to Get Your Daughter Involved in Shooting Sports
Think of shooting as a male-dominated sport? Think again! Thanks to trailblazing markswomen like Margaret Murdock and Kim Rhode, women are as active—and as impressive—as the guys when it comes to wielding a shotgun. But, of course, it wasn’t always that way. Women weren’t invited to shoot in the World Shooting Championships until 1958 (the…
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RCBS Trim Pro 2 Case Trimmer Review
There are several ways to save and maintain important equipment for the subsequent outing. In fact, it can help you to save a lot of money in the long run without buying new ammunitions. And for a rifle hunter, it is better to conduct reloaded ammunition to save money. Through a case trimmer like RCBS…
