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.338 Lapua Mag vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this rifle caliber comparison, we are going to take a look at two cartridges that most might not think to compare. We will take an in depth look at the 338 Lapua vs 308 and hopefully come out on the other side with a better understanding of both. To be honest, there are going ... Read more
6mm Creedmoor vs .243 – Cartridge Comparison
The 6mm Creedmoor vs .243 is a very interesting comparison. It’s a look at an old but trusted and proven cartridge in the .243 Win and a look at a new 6mm Creedmoor cartridge where the results have yet to come in on if it is here to stay or will eventually fall back into ... Read more
.357 Mag vs 9mm – Cartridge Comparison
Any conversation about cartridge comparisons, especially when talking about handgun cartridges, comes up there is a good chance that at least one of the two cartridges we are discussing in this article come up. The .357 vs 9mm is a comparison that features two of the more popular and well known cartridges. Both are entrenched ... Read more
.300 Blackout vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at the .300 Blackout vs .308. Both of these cartridges take .308 caliber bullets but tend to hang out in different places. This will be an interesting comparison because of how different these two cartridges are, and it is a great example of why ... Read more
7mm-08 Rem vs .270 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look two cartridges, the 7mm-08 Rem and the .270 Win. Both of these cartridges became popular in the shooting world because of their ballistic characteristics, especially the trajectory, and the low recoil while still can bring down medium and even larger sized game. Given the ... Read more
.300 Win Mag vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we look at two of the modern day big game hunter’s favorite cartridges, the .300 Win Mag vs .30-06 Springfield. Both of these cartridges offer the hunter tremendous performance in the field, including both ballistic performance and stopping power. Both of these cartridges are often used in the hunting community and ... Read more
.308 Win vs .223 Rem – Cartridge Comparison
In this article, we are going to take a look at two popular, albeit very different, hunting cartridges. When we take on the prospect of the .308 vs .223, it’s important to realize that claiming one cartridge as the better of the two only has credence when applying it to specific hunting or shooting situations. ... Read more
.300 Win Mag vs .338 Lapua Mag – Cartridge Comparison
In this article, we are going to take a look at two hard hitting cartridges that have come onto the shooting scene relatively recently in the broader view of rifle cartridges. The .300 Win Mag vs .338 Lapua Magnum is an interesting comparison, and we think provides some interesting points of discussion. While there is ... Read more
7mm-08 Rem vs .308 Win – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to examine two cartridges that behave very similar in the ballistics category. The 7mm-08 vs .308 argument is a newer one, relative to some other cartridge arguments that have now been raging for nearly a century, in the hunting and shooting world, as the 7mm-08 was introduced in ... Read more
7mm-08 vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
For this cartridge comparison, the 7mm-08 vs .30-06, we are looking at two cartridges that often find themselves being compared to one another. While both have their suitors for multiple shooting applications, they are more often compared within hunting circles. While both the 7mm-08 and .30-06 possess the velocity and range for long range competitions, ... Read more
.270 Win vs .30-06 Sprg – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison, we are going to take a look at two of the most popular and widely used hunting cartridges in the United States, the .270 vs .30-06. Both of these cartridges come with a loyal following that will argue until their last days as to why their cartridge is the best available. ... Read more
7mm Rem Mag vs .300 Win Mag – Cartridge Comparison
In this cartridge comparison of the 7mm Rem Mag vs .300 Win Mag, we are dealing with two cartridges that each carry loyal users and often find themselves the subject of heated debate on numerous firearm forums and within hunting lodges. Both cartridges were released to the public hardly a year apart and further adds ... Read more
The History of the AR-15 and 5.56×45 NATO Cartridge
Table of Content The 5.56×45 Origins and AR-15 Initial Reviews (1950- 1960) The AR-15 Wading through the Muck (1960-1962) Questionable Results and A Breakthrough (1963) More Modifications to the AR-15 (1963-1967) Problems in Vietnam (1965- 1970) The 5.56×45 and NATO (1967-1980) Moving Towards Modernization (1969-2000) The 5.56×45 Modern Era (2000-Present) The 5.56×45 Going Forward Of ... Read more
Glock 19 Gen 4 Problems
Glock handguns have been all about innovation from day one. Gaston Glock wasn’t the first gun manufacturer to introduce plastic into the design of a handgun, however his gun was the first of its kind that one would consider a “success”. He had zero experience with gun production, but had plenty of experience with polymers ... Read more
Glock 42 Problems
Many gun enthusiasts regard the Glock as the ideal handgun. When the Glock 17 was first designed for the Austrian military, Gaston Glock had no idea how popular his design would become. Currently about 65% of the handguns used by law enforcement in the United States are Glocks. Military and police forces in over 48 ... Read more
9mm RIP Ammo – Is the Hype Justified?
It has been about three years since the RIP round made by G2 Research hit the shelves. There was an interesting mix of opinions all over the internet surrounding this ammunition. RIP has been said to stand for both Rest in Peace and Radically Invasive Projectile. Both names could be an accurate description for this ... Read more
4 Steps to Improve Gun Safety for Kids
Being a gun enthusiast can be a thrilling experience, and part of the thrill comes from imparting your knowledge to the little ones in your life, be it your kids, grandkids, nieces, or nephews. However, it’s crucial that they learn the vital safety rules and understand the serious responsibilities that come with handling firearms. This ... Read more
SWGGUN Training Guidelines – Developing a Training Manual
Training Guideline Overview A well designed and implemented training manual is the first step in developing the necessary skills for a productive and self-sufficient employee and the building of a productive and efficient laboratory. By implementing a proper testing guideline, both the administrator and trainee can remain in sync with scheduling, expectations, and assessments leading ... Read more
