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Take Aim at these Seven Shooting Destinations

There are jaw-dropping sporting clay courses across the country, well worth the price of entry. Here are some of the top shooting destinations for those shotgunners with wanderlust.

Range Systems Releases Mobile Steel Target

Steel targets are a blast, but without a plot of land can be an impractical option. The Dura-Steel line, however, makes moving around and storing these durable targets a snap.

The Essence of Reloading – Flexibility

Of course, saving money is one of reloading's great attractions, but it's not the only one. Perhaps more appealing is the flexibility the discipline gives shooters, allowing them to tailor ammo to their needs.

Breakdown: AR-15 Disassembly Slideshow

The AR is one of the easiest firearms to pull apart and reassemble. Follow this AR-15 disassembly slideshow to learn how to perform this essential skill the right way.

Nickel-Plated Cases: Reloading the Shiny Sibling

Nickel brass cases are the shining gems of ammunition, resistant to tarnishing, no matter whose sweaty hands have been on them. But to use the component for reloading takes some understanding of the material's characteristics.

Greatest Cartridges: A Debate with Plenty of Ammo

There are all sorts of cartridges, with all kinds of applications. But when the rubber hits the road, what makes a great cartridge? Well, dear readers, that is a complicated subject, but not one devoid of an answer.

Belted Magnum Cases: A Myth Dispelled

The dominant feature of the belted magnum is, obviously, its belt. But, the unique facet of the cartridge's design does not function the way most believe it does.

Incoming: Understanding Rifle Twist

One of our readers recently took us to task over an article that covered rifle twist rate and bullet stability in relation to long-range shooting. His response is thought-provoking.

Neck Sizing, A Bolt-Action Specialty

For those aiming to milk the most accuracy from their bolt-action rifles there is a reloading technique right up your ally – neck sizing. By only resizing the neck of the cartridge shooters can tighten up their groups in a jiff.

Open Carry, Would You Like Fries with That?

Open carry has caused waves in recent months, due to some high-profile activism. But at one Colorado eatery, toting a gun in the open is just another day on the job.

Bonded Core Beauties, Not Your Grandad's Bullets

It's hard to deny the bonded core bullet has been a game changer when it comes to ammunition. Offering incredible penetration, expansion and ballistic performance, the bullets have become the go-to option for big game hunters.

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.

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