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Author: Kenzie Fitzpatrick
Kenzie is a competitive shooter from the sunny state of Florida who enjoys participating in USPSA, Steel challenges, GSSF Matches, 3gun, and cowboy action programs.
Federal Action Shotgun Review

Federal Action Shotgun Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Federal Premium has officially stepped up the shotgun game by introducing the Federal Action Shotgun 12 Gauge ammunition. They developed this ammunition for serious competition shooters needing shotgun shells that reliably feed and eject without malfunctions. The development of this shotshell didn’t happen overnight and required input from several high-level 3-gun […]

shooting a deadbolt

Mythbusting: Shooting A Deadbolt

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick We never get tired of watching movies, but we often watch scenes play out that aren’t realistic. Their approach is believable, but the way they go about solving problems defies logic, engineering, and sometimes physics. Take deadbolt locks as an example. When a character shoots a deadbolt lock, it disintegrates and […]

Gun Safety Rules

Gun Safety Rules

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Talking about gun safety rules isn’t riveting.  However, it’s your responsibility as a gun owner to prioritize safety. There’s no such thing as being too educated about gun safety or being too cautious around firearms. I handle firearms daily, spending a lot of time at shooting ranges, matches, tradeshows, and other […]

Remington 700 SPS Tactical

Remington 700 SPS Tactical Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick The Remington 700 SPS Tactical model is the perfect big game hunting rifle. It’s also fun to shoot at the range. Remington has been a household name for years and the Model 700 and Model 870 are two of the best-selling firearms of all time. Once you shoot one, you’ll understand […]

Ruger Marlin 1895 SBL

Ruger Marlin 1895 SBL Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick There are many historical firearms we have come to know and love, but one of our all-time favorites is the Model 1895 lever-action rifle. Specifically, the one brought back to life as the Ruger Marlin 1895 SBL rifle. Marlin is one of the most well-known firearm manufacturers in the world. However, […]