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The .45 Colt: A Wheelgun Classic

Everyone loves the classic .45 Colt cartridge, and it’s still relevant after almost 150 years.

7mm Mauser: Still A Dandy Sporting Round

The 7mm Mauser, aka the 7X57mm Mauser, broke ground in the military and remains a top hunting choice today.

The 10mm Auto: Cooper’s Big Bore

After a rough start, the powerful 10mm Auto has found its way into the hearts of many shooters.

Concealed Carry: Are Self-Defense Micro Guns Fine Or Foolish?

Concealed carry of small handguns, a.k.a. micro guns or pocket pistols, is controversial. But sometimes it makes sense for self-defense, if you know how to make the most of those smaller calibers.

The 12-Gauge Shotgun Home Defense Solution

A shotgun is an exceptional all-around weapon for home defense, especially when you build it to your preferences.

Ammo Brief: .475 Turnbull Is A Modern Classic

In an effort to keep classic lever-action rifle useful in the modern era, firearms restoration legend Doug Turnbull devolved the .475 Turnbull.

.380 Ammo For Defensive Use

Let’s look at what the facts say about the .380 ACP and its capabilities as a defensive option.

Ballistics Basics: What Is Headspace?

What exactly is headspace, and how is it applied to different cases?

New Ammo: Hornady Announces New 2018 Ammunition

As usual, Hornady Manufacturing has been busy rolling out a number of new lines of ammunition and expanding existing offerings to gear up for 2018.

.45 ACP Vs 9mm: Does The .45 Still Reign Supreme?

The .45 ACP has long been one of the most popular for personal defense among those who carry, but is the 9mm starting to edge it out?

3 Things You Didn't Know You Needed For Your Reloading Bench

There are some relatively inexpensive extras you can pick up for your reloading bench that will make handloading all the more fruitful.

Gun Debate: 7mm vs. .30 Caliber

In the 7mm vs 30 caliber debate, which reigns supreme? One veteran gun writer offers his take.

Ballistics Basics: Initial Bullet Speed

Although gravity and wind are the main influences on a bullet’s path, there are certainly some other factors to consider as well. One of these is the initial bullet speed.

Ammo: The Evolution Of The .45 ACP

The U.S. has had a love of the .45-caliber cartridge for many years. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the enduring popularity of the .45 ACP.

Tips For Reloading The .300 Norma Magnum

Is the relatively new .300 Norma Magnum a true heavyweight contender, and what can handloaders do with it?

Know Your Cartridge: The Dependable .38 Special

At more than a century old, the .38 Special is still one of the most ubiquitous and well-rounded handgun cartridges available.

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