How Guns Work: the Firing Sequence
What happens inside the gun determines what happens outside of it.
Ammunition Science: Blackpowder vs. Modern Cartridges
Much of the technological development in firearms history has actually been devoted to ammo!
Gun Manufacturing: Secrets of MIM
What is Metal Injection Molding, and how does it relate to firearms?
How Are Gun Barrels Enhanced? (Pt. 2)
Diving into the nitty-gritty of how guns are made...and how they're made well.
What Is the Best Gun Barrel Material?
Because not all metals are created equal...
What Makes Some Barrels More Accurate Than Others?
There are many factors that determine rifle barrel accuracy.
How Are Shotgun Barrels Different From Rifle Barrels?
Other than the lack of rifling, that is...
All About Gunstocks: Terms Defined
You know gun fit matters, but how do you describe it?
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