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Video: Shooting with Both Eyes Open

As simple as it might sound, shooting with both eyes open is an important skill, one that can give a shooter a marked advantage in the real world. But learning to keep both peepers in the game is a matter of practice.

Videos: 5 Rock Stars Who Own and Shoot Guns

These 5 rock stars don't just steal the show with blistering riffs and ear-piercing volume - they also are unabashed gun owners who collect and shoot firearms.

The Truth Behind Knockdown Power

Energy is definitely a factor in what is called knockdown power, but there are other facets in play determining if a round will floor game. Location of the hit and construction of the bullet/slug are far more important elements.

Liven Up Target Shooting with these Bullet Catchers

Sometime punching holes into paper isn't enough for a shooter. But livening up trigger time is a snap nowadays, given the incredibly diverse and unique targets available.

Cartridge Crimping Styles and Uses

Cartridge crimping is the final step in producing ammunition and it must be done. But the type of crimp used to hold a bullet in place all depends on the type of ammo you're reloading.

BoomFab Introduces Lightweight Titanium Bolt Carrier

Competitive shooters are always looking for an edge in their quest to become top gun. BoomFab aims to give them one with the introduction of its ultralight and resilient titanium bolt carrier, perfect for low-mass systems.

Shooting with Corrective Lenses: Bad Eyesight and Concealed Carry

Just because you wear corrective lenses doesn't mean you can't hit the broadside of a barn. Follow these handgun shooting tips to overcome less-than-perfect eyesight.

Bushnell's Bryan Morgan take No. 1 at Sniper's Hide Cup

Team Bushnell Tactical's Bryan Morgan came out top dog in one of the more testing long-distance shooting competition – the Sniper's Hide Cup.

Cast Lead Bullets, a Wonderfully Inexpensive Experience

There are few better ways to take reloading to the next level than casting your own bullets. And learning how to create your own projectiles has the added bonus of seeing you through tight ammo supplies.

Video: Developing Trigger Discipline through Dry Fire

Trigger discipline is among the most important and most difficult shooting skills to master. But, as this video shows, there are tricks to developing a consistent, crisp and clean trigger break.

Video: AR Fruit Salad by Jerry Miculek

Jerry Miculek once again demonstrates his culinary skills by preparing fruit salad with his AR rifle. Watch him blast ever smaller pieces of produce in what amounts to a blink of an eye.

Father's Day: Favorite Shooting Memories with Dad

In many case, fathers are the ones who pass firearms traditions to their sons and daughters. In celebration of Father's Day, tell us how your dad influenced you as a gun owner.

Round Nose Bullets, Too Often Overlooked

At closer range, round nose bullets shine. From 200 yards on in, they are as accurate as spitzers, but deliver more energy on target.

Maintain Your AR-15 Mags!

When an AR jams or other firing problems occur, it is often the result of a malfunctioning magazine. Here are 6 simple steps to keep your AR-15 mags running right.

Case Trimmers, Cutting Your Brass Down to Size

Brass is the one reusable component from ammo, but sooner or later they'll need to be cut down to size. This is when case trimmers become a necessity for reloaders.

Video: Instructor Zero's Lightning-Fast Shooting Drills

Dang, this guy moves fast! Check out the video montage of Instructor Zero of the Italy-based Spartan 360° Tactical Defense as he runs through a slew of shooting drills extremely quickly and accurately.

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