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Best 270 Win Ammo

Best 270 Win Ammo

The .270 Win stands out as a top contender when selecting ammunition for hunting. Developed for long-range shooting and hunting, this cartridge earned a reputation for its flat trajectory, manageable recoil, and impressive performance. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the best .270 Win ammo, including its history, specifications, ballistics, and the […]

Best 45-70 Ammo

Best 45-70 Ammo: Our Top Picks

If you’re looking for the best 45-70 ammo, you’re in the right place. For the avid gun owner, choosing a favorite can be tough, especially if they’ve got an extensive collection. However, I find choosing a favorite gun pretty easy. Anytime someone asks, I answer without hesitation and tell them it’s my Henry .45-70 lever-action.  […]

Best 30-30 Ammo

Best 30-30 Ammo

The 30-30 is among the most popular .30 caliber cartridges in production, and it’s maintained a top spot among hunters for decades. The 30-30 is a versatile cartridge offering respectable stopping power, manageable recoil, and good affordability. There are plenty of guns out there chambered in 30-30, including everything from budget options to higher-end rifles. […]

Henry 30-30

Henry 30-30: Side-Gate Lever Action Rifle Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick A Henry lever action rifle is a timeless classic. For many Americans, a lever action is one of the first rifles they shoot. Lately, this rifle type is having a resurgence. It seems lever actions can’t stay on shelves these days, and nearly every major manufacturer is jumping on the bandwagon to […]

Modern Lever Action Rifle

Modern Lever Action Rifle For Home Defense

By Allen Scavetta From the dusty pages of history to the silver screen showdowns of Hollywood, the lever-action rifle has been synonymous with the rugged frontier spirit of the Wild West. These timeless firearms, exemplified by the Winchester Model 1873, seem to be making a remarkable comeback — this time with a contemporary twist. The […]