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1986 VS 2026: Guns And Ammo Pricing

The price of guns and ammo has always been unstable. Inflation, political changes, new laws, international conflicts, supply chain issues, and changing public opinion on gun ownership all contribute to this volatility. As Ecclesiastes 1:9 says, there’s nothing new under the sun.  In some ways, the story is surprising. While the prices of most goods, […]

Remington 700 Short Action

It’s safe to say that very few rifles in the history of American firearms have accumulated as much respect and popularity as the Remington 700 short-action. Ever since its introduction in 1962, this bolt-action platform has become a favorite of civilian shooting sports enthusiasts, the military, and law enforcement. The Remington 700 short-action stands out […]

Best 308 Bolt-Action Rifle

Best 308 Bolt-Action Rifle

I love a good .308 bolt-action rifle—the .308 Winchester is a legendary cartridge. It’s beloved by hunters, sports shooters, and long-range enthusiasts. While I never shy away from testing new cartridges, the .308 appeals to the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” part of my brain. The .308 most definitely ain’t broke, and it […]

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 […]

cost of guns and ammo 1950 vs 2020

1950 VS 2020: The Price of Guns and Ammo 

Many Americans old enough to remember the postwar 1950s think of those years with great fondness. After all, these were peaceful times when conformity and uniformity were common, and every family portrayed on television–families in which men worked and women tended the house and children–had smaller problems and plenty of support to get through them. […]