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How to Tell If Your Gun's Safety Is On or Off
Not all guns have external safety mechanisms, but if yours does, it's important to understand how it works.
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Make That 10 Things to Avoid When Shooting Outdoors
A few years back, we published an article about nine things to not do at outdoor ranges. Sadly, we need to add another.
6 Ways to Safely Carry a Long Gun Afield
There are several ways to carry a long gun safely and, at the same time, have your gun ready for quick use in the field.
Ammo Awareness: .243 Winchester
This low-recoil yet effective chambering is versatile and accurate ... what's not to love?
Top 4 Most Important Active Safety Systems
A tutorial on active safety systems, and what they do.
How to Mount a Scope: A Primer
Mounting a riflescope on your gun properly is both important and easy with these simple steps.
Ammo Awareness: .375 Ruger
Because when it comes to dangerous game, bigger isn't always better. Hear me out.
Video: How Cartridges Work
Remember, the cartridge goes in the breech, and the bullet comes out of the muzzle.
3 For Flinching! Tips to Iron Out That Flinch
Flinching at a loud sound and recoil is a natural response, but you can overcome it. Here's how.
Ammo Awareness: .22-250 Rem.
There’s a cartridge that vastly outperforms the civilian version of the 5.56, and that’s the .22-250 Remington.
Gun Safety & Alcohol Don't Mix!
Here's why alcoholic beverages should wait until after the guns are put away ... no exceptions!
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