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Throwback Thursday: WWI's "Harlem Hellfighters"

These unsung heroes of the trenches overcame segregationist policies and racist attitudes ... and everything the Germans threw at them.

Ammo Explained: What's a Primer?

The short answer is "the reason why we don't have to light a fuse to shoot anymore," but there's more!

How to Prevent Ricochet

Rick O'Shea is a troublesome lad, but it's easy to banish him from your range time. Here's how.

How Far Can a Bullet Travel?

Here's why it's critical to observe NRA's gun safety rule about knowing your target ... and what lies beyond it.

3 Best New Tactical Rifles of 2023

The shortages are over and amazing new precision rifles are rolling off the lines. Here are our three favorites (so far)!

Throwback Thursday: Pattern 1851 Minié Rifle

The Minié ball revolutionized long-range shooting ... but first, the rifles had to catch up.

Throwback Thursday: Minié Ball & America's Civil War

Minié Ball ammunition: A French bullet that starred in the American Civil War.

Dangerous Game Rifles: Double-Rifle Barrels & Drillings

In America, if you see a double-barreled gun, it's almost certainly a shotgun. Not so overseas!

How to Master Magazine Changes

In a nutshell, if you can’t chamber a round, all the ammo in the world won’t help.

How to Kick Your Shooting Skills Up a Notch (Or Five)

You're never too old or too experienced to take your shooting skills to the next level. Here's how!

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