Gear & Ammo

Penetration tests in ballistic gel, particularly in the FBI protocol, are good indicators of a bullet's terminal potential. But they're not the final word.

There's truth in the adage "Keep your powder dry," especially in the days of frizzen pans and blackpowder. But in the age of metallic cartridge, what is the effect of moisture on ammunition?

Easy like Sunday morning, reliable as a well-aged Labrador the .30-06 Springfield continues to serve reloader well.

Ready to get on target? Check out these top optics.

The modern scope is a marvel, able to take more abuse, yet excel at its job like never before. Here's how some of the...

Nothing stands a chance up against John Linebaugh monstrous 1/2-incher — the .500 Linebaugh.

Stopping power is an elusive subject, but well worth consideration when trying to find the most effective self-defense handgun and ammo.

Offering a wide range of magnifications and a versatile reticle, the Nikon Black Force100 1-6x24 riflescope delivers a flexible aiming solution for your carbine.

Top-shelf optics have come a long way in a short time as demonstrated by the EOTech Vudu scope.

Bullet expansion is a tricky subject. You might think the lead-core variety mushrooms more quickly than a solid-copper one, but it's not the case.

A next-level optic, the Vortex Razor UHD Binoculars deliver crisper, clearer images under any conditions.

Utilizing radar and giving split-second feedback, the Xero S1 Trapshooting Trainer is engineered to get you breaking clays all the time.

Despite common wisdom, there are some major nuances to the idea sectional density predicts how deep a bullet penetrates.

Walking hand-in-hand with the development of the AR-15, the .223 Remington has gone on to become among the most popular centerfire rifle cartridges of all time.

Turning to purely synthetic materials, Galco shoots for comfort with its deep carry QuickTuk Cloud IWB holster.

Handloading is all about creating personalized options, but going overboard can get messy.