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22 LR VS 22 WMR

22 LR VS 22 WMR

Rimfires generally need little in the way of introduction; 22 LR VS 22 WMR included. We most likely all cut our collective shooting teeth on them. More accurately, we all most likely cut our teeth on a .22 Long Rifle (.22LR) firearm. They are the best primers for shooting: relatively quiet, very cheap, accurate, and […]

Best 7mm Rem Mag Ammo

Best 7mm Rem Mag Ammo

The 7mm Remington Magnum, or 7mm Rem Mag, is one of the most versatile and powerful hunting cartridges available today. This magnum round is known for its flat trajectory, high velocity, and hard-hitting performance. This has made it a favorite among hunters for decades. Whether you’re hunting big game in North America or taking long-range […]

9mm NATO Ammo

9mm NATO Ammo Guide

9mm NATO ammo is one of those rounds that sits at the intersection of military precision and everyday shooting practicality. If you’re like me and enjoy digging into the “why” behind the gear we use, you’ll find the story behind 9mm NATO ammo both fascinating and incredibly useful. This is especially true if you’re deciding […]

TMJ Ammo

What Is TMJ Ammo?

TMJ ammo stands for “Total Metal Jacket” ammunition. It refers to bullets completely encapsulated in a thin layer of copper, covering not just the sides and tip but also the bullet’s base. This design happens through an electroplating process that deposits a uniform copper coating over the entire lead core of the bullet. TMJ bullets […]

Black Tip Ammo

What Is Black Tip Ammo?

Black tip ammo isn’t commonly found in the civilian marketplace. Still, it’s not extinct; it just roams in a different habitat. In this guide, we’ll hunt down the rare species that is “black tip” armor piercing ammunition and get an idea of what it is, how it works, and if it’s legal.  Black tip ammo […]