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Two iconic lever-action cartridges.The classic .30-30 Winchester and the powerful .45-70 Government have been putting game on the ground for generations. If you could only pick one, which are you choosing?Let me know your favorite lever-action cartridge in the comments.#leveraction #3030 #4570 #winchester #rossi #rifle #hunting #shooting #firearms #mechanical #shorts
Which Lever-Action Cartridge Are You Choosing?
Most revolvers don’t work like this one.The Russian M1895 Nagant features one of the most unusual revolver designs ever produced. Watch closely as the cylinder moves forward before the shot.Have you ever fired one?#shorts #firearms #revolver #milsurp #history #shooting #guncollector #historicalfirearms
The Most Unique Revolver Ever Made?
Reloading while moving adds another layer of difficulty to any platform. In this drill, I compare a Glock 17-pattern pistol, an AR-15, and a Mossberg 590 to see how each reload looks on the move.Which platform looked the hardest? Which one did I handle the best? And which one do you think deserves the most practice?Let me know your thoughts in the comments.#FirearmsTraining #ShootingDrills #AR15 #Glock17 #Mossberg590
Which Reload Is Hardest on the Move?
Red dot or iron sights… what are you carrying?This comparison features a SIG P365 with a Primary Arms CLx Enclosed Reflex Sight and a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 with factory iron sights.There’s no wrong answer. Which setup do you trust for everyday concealed carry, and why?#concealedcarry #ccw #sigp365 #reddot #ironsights
Red Dot or Iron Sights for Concealed Carry?
The lever action has been around for well over a century, but does it still deserve a place alongside today’s modern sporting rifles?The Heritage 92 is a reminder that smooth actions, fast follow-up shots, and classic styling never go out of fashion. Whether you hunt, shoot for fun, or just appreciate traditional firearms, I’d like to hear your thoughts.#leveraction #heritage92 #shootingsports #firearms #thearmedoutdoorsman #mechanical #357 #4570
Do Lever Actions Still Have a Place in 2026?
There’s just something satisfying about ringing steel with a .22 LR. The Ruger Mark IV 22/45 has become one of my favorite range pistols, and it’s easy to see why.What’s your favorite .22 pistol?#22LR #Ruger #MarkIV #Rimfire #ShootingSports
This Might Be the Most Fun .22 Pistol Ever
I finally built a VTAC-style barricade and put it to work on the range. From standing to kneeling to prone, barricade training adds a realistic challenge that flat-range practice often misses.Would you build one? What’s your favorite way to train on the range?#Shorts #FirearmsTraining #RifleTraining #ShootingSports #VTAC #firearms #rifle
I Built the Ultimate Rifle Training Barricade
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to home defense.If you could only choose one, would you grab a shotgun or an AR-15?No wrong answers. I’m interested in your reasoning. Let me know which you’d choose and why in the comments.#shorts #homedefense #ar15 #shotgun #firearms
Shotgun or AR for Home Defense? What’s Your Pick?
Digital scopes have become increasingly popular, but would you trust one in the field?This 6.5 Creedmoor AR-10 is equipped with a Sightmark Wraith Mini 4K digital scope. It works great on the range, but opinions get divided when hunting enters the conversation.Would you hunt with a digital scope or stick with traditional glass?#Hunting #DeerHunting #AR10 #65Creedmoor #DigitalScope
Would You Hunt With a Digital Scope?
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Two of the most iconic lever-action cartridges eve Two of the most iconic lever-action cartridges ever made.The .30-30 Winchester has probably taken more deer than just about any other cartridge in North America. The .45-70 Government brings unmatched authority and versatility for larger game.If you could only choose one, which are you picking?Tell me your favorite lever-action cartridge in the comments.#leveraction #3030 #4570 #hunting #gunsofinstagram
Most revolvers work the same way. This one doesn’ Most revolvers work the same way.This one doesn’t.The M1895 Nagant is one of the most unique revolver designs ever made, and over 130 years later it’s still fascinating to watch in action.Have you ever shot one?#Nagant #M1895 #Revolver #MilitarySurplus #HistoricalFirearms
Reloading gets a lot more interesting once you sta Reloading gets a lot more interesting once you start moving.I ran the same drill with a Glock 17-pattern pistol, an AR-15, and a Mossberg 590 to see how each platform handled reloads on the move.Which reload looked the hardest?Which one do you think I handled the best?And which platform deserves the most practice?I’m interested to hear what you’d change.#FirearmsTraining #ShootingDrills #AR15 #trainhard #RangeDay
Red dot or iron sights for concealed carry? The S Red dot or iron sights for concealed carry?The SIG P365 is running a Primary Arms CLx Enclosed Reflex Sight, while the Bodyguard 2.0 sticks with iron sights.Both have their strengths, and plenty of experienced shooters prefer one over the other.Which are you carrying, and why?#concealedcarry #ccw #everydaycarry #reddot #ironsights
Review of the SIG P365 is live on the website. Fol Review of the SIG P365 is live on the website. Follow the link in my bio and find my experiences.
The lever action has been around for generations, The lever action has been around for generations, but does it still have a place in 2026?The Heritage 92 is fast, smooth, and fun to shoot. Modern rifles may dominate the conversation, but there’s something about running a lever gun that never gets old.What’s your take? Do lever actions still belong in a modern collection, or have they been replaced by newer platforms?#leveraction #357 #levergun #shootingsports #firearms
There’s something incredibly satisfying about a Ru There’s something incredibly satisfying about a Ruger Mark IV ringing steel.Simple. Reliable. Accurate. Just a fun way to spend an afternoon at the range.What’s your favorite .22 LR to shoot?#markiv #22LR #Rimfire #Plinking #shootingsports
Finally got around to building a VTAC-style barric Finally got around to building a VTAC-style barricade, and I’m looking forward to putting it to good use on the range.It’s was simple project, but it adds a whole new level of challenge. The VTAC-style barricade forces you to shoot from awkward positions instead of standing flat-footed on the firing line.Now I just need to come up with some good drills… assuming the bees let me train.What’s your favorite way to train?#firearmstraining #rifletraining #shootingsports #rangeday #2a
Shotgun or AR for home defense? Both have their s Shotgun or AR for home defense?Both have their strengths, and there are plenty of good arguments for each.No wrong answers. Which are you choosing, and why?Let me know in the comments.#homedefense #ar15 #shotgun #firearms #2a
Digital scopes have come a long way over the last Digital scopes have come a long way over the last few years.This 6.5 Creedmoor AR-10 is topped with a Sightmark Wraith Mini 4K, and after spending time behind it, I can definitely see the appeal. The question is whether you’d trust a digital optic when it matters.Would you hunt with a digital scope, or are you sticking with traditional glass?Why or why not?#hunting #hoghunting #AR10 #65creedmoor #huntersofinstagram
The MP5 is still the standard every PCC gets compa The MP5 is still the standard every PCC gets compared to.Roller-delayed action. HK slap. Decades of history.MP5 > AR-9.Prove me wrong.#MP5 #PCC #AR9 #HKSlap #ShootingSports
You can only keep one. Iron sights have worked fo You can only keep one.Iron sights have worked for generations, but modern optics make target acquisition faster and easier for many shooters.For this comparison, I’m running iron sights against the Viridian MDS35.Which one stays?#ar15 #reddot #ironsights #shooting #firearms
How Many Rounds Before You Trust a Carry Gun? Ever How Many Rounds Before You Trust a Carry Gun? Everyone seems to have a different answer.Some shooters trust a carry gun after 50 rounds. Others want 500, 1,000, or more before they’ll put it in a holster.For me, reliability matters more than the specific number, but I’m curious where everyone stands.What’s your minimum round count before you’ll trust a handgun for concealed carry?#concealedcarry #everydaycarry #ccw #edc #handgun
The M44 does not believe in subtlety. #mosinnagan The M44 does not believe in subtlety.#mosinnagant #militarysurplus #firearms #milsurp #history
The Mossberg 590 has plenty of upgrade options, bu The Mossberg 590 has plenty of upgrade options, but the TactaLoad Flash-5 stock is one of the most practical I’ve used.Keeping extra shells attached directly to the shotgun without adding weight to the receiver is a simple concept that works surprisingly well.What upgrade would you put on a Mossberg 590?#shotgun #2a #firearms #homedefense #shooting
Suppressors reduce noise, recoil, and muzzle blast Suppressors reduce noise, recoil, and muzzle blast, but are they actually worth the extra paperwork?Here’s a side-by-side comparison of .22 LR, 9mm, and 5.56 fired both suppressed and unsuppressed.Which one surprised you the most?#suppressor #22lr #9mm #ar15 #firearms
The PCC market is more crowded than ever. The Sco The PCC market is more crowded than ever.The Scorpion, Kuna, AKVs, AR-9s, MP5s, and plenty of others all have their fans. The Stribog has managed to build a loyal following of its own.If you’re only taking one PCC, what are you choosing?#pcc #9mm #firearms #shootingsports #gunsofinstagram
Glock clones have exploded in popularity over the Glock clones have exploded in popularity over the last few years.Some shooters think they offer better features and better value than the original. Others think if you want a Glock, you should just buy a Glock.What’s your take? Are Glock clones underrated or unnecessary?#edc #handgun #firearms #shootingsports #2a
Most concealed carriers spend plenty of time pract Most concealed carriers spend plenty of time practicing marksmanship.Far fewer spend time practicing what happens when something goes wrong.One of the easiest drills you can add to a range session is loading a dummy round into your magazine. When the gun stops unexpectedly, you’ll have to recognize the problem, clear it, and get back on target.#concealedcarry #ccw #firearmstraining #pistoltraining #firearms
The M1 Garand is one of the most recognizable mili The M1 Garand is one of the most recognizable military rifles ever fielded.From the en bloc clip and the smooth action to its well-earned reputation as a combat firearm, there is a reason Patton called it “the greatest battle implement ever devised.”#m1 #wwii #militaryhistory #firearms #mechanical
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