A practical guide to home defense ammunition: understand penetration, expansion, and overpenetration, plus how to choose handgun, rifle, and shotgun ammo for home defense that fits your setup. Introduction: Where Home Defense Ammunition Fits in a Home Defense System Ammunition is often an overlooked aspect of your home defense setup. People spend time thinking about…
A practical guide to building a home defense setup that actually works. Learn how to choose firearms, ammo, lighting, and access with realistic tradeoffs. Introduction Most discussions about your home defense setup jump straight to equipment. The problem with that approach is that equipment only makes sense once you understand the problem you are actually…
Learn how to zero a red dot sight with fast, beginner-friendly methods for pistols, rifles, PCCs, and shotguns. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you buy something, I might earn a small commission — it doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps keep the content coming. Introduction:…
Discover the best budget .308 rifles under $800, from bolt-action classics to affordable AR-10 options, with real-world insight from The Armed Outdoorsman. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you buy something, I might earn a small commission — it doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps keep…
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A clear look at what a pistol brace is, how it works, and why it matters for shooters today. Learn how AR pistols, stabilizing braces, and current pistol brace laws affect responsible gun owners. When pistol braces hit the market in 2012, they completely changed how we think about compact firearms. Designed by veteran Alex…
Affordable AR-15 upgrades under $150 that deliver real results. Triggers, optics, lights, and accessories tested and worth every dollar. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you buy something, I might earn a small commission — it doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps keep the content coming….
Must-have gear for new gun owners that actually pays off, including ear and eye protection, holsters, safes, lights, and cleaning kits, with real price ranges and practical tips. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you buy something, I might earn a small commission — it doesn’t cost you…
Want to sharpen your shooting skills without heading to the range? Learn the best dry-fire practice techniques at home, plus gear recommendations like snap caps, Mantis Laser Academy, and more. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you buy something, I might earn a small commission — it doesn’t…
Learn the 4 rules of gun safety and how to make them second nature. This practical guide for new and experienced shooters covers safe gun handling, dry fire drills, and teaching kids gun safety. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you buy something, I might earn a small…