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Best 9mm Suppressed Ammo

When it comes to shooting suppressed firearms, choosing the right ammunition is just as crucial as selecting the right suppressor. The 9mm cartridge, being one of the most popular handgun calibers worldwide, offers a variety of options tailored for suppressed shooting. This guide will dive into the best 9mm suppressed ammo, explore the benefits of […]

22 Hornet VS 22 Mag

22 Hornet VS 22 Mag

We started this series of articles looking at some of the prominent rimfire offerings; however, this article has a twist: a cartridge with a primer! That’s right, folks, we have a centerfire in the mix. The venerable .22 Hornet is an old cartridge that has never really taken off, yet it has also refused to […]

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 […]

Oliver Winchester

Oliver Winchester: The Rifleman’s Rifle Maker

Oliver Fisher Winchester was an American businessman and politician who founded the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. Born November 30, 1810, on a poor Boston farm, Winchester initially worked various jobs, including carpentry, clerking, and farming, before establishing himself as a successful men’s shirt manufacturer. As a teenager, Oliver trained to become a church builder, but […]