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Single Action vs Double Action Handguns

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Should you get a single action, double action, or double action only revolver or pistol? Our shooting editor beaks it all down

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The 5 Best Rimfire Loads for Varmints

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

For short-range shots at varmints, rimfire cartridges get the job done and nothing is more affordable. Here are five great loads for the .22 LR, .22 Magnum, and .17HMR

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45-70 vs. 30-30: Battle of the Lever Gun Classics

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

The 45-70 and 30-30 are two of the most popular lever-gun cartridges ever made? But which is better? Here’s a full breakdown of how they stack up, head-to-head

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10mm vs 45 ACP

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

A pair of the most popular and practical semi-auto pistol cartridges go head-to-head. Which one is right for you?

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6 Dying Rifle Cartridges that Deserve a Second Chance

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

These six rounds may be on the road to extinction, but they’re all fantastic hunting cartridges

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The Best Handguns for Deer Hunting

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

If you ever wanted to tag a whitetail with a handgun, here are the best tools for the job

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6 Dead, Dying, and Soon-To-Be-Obsolete Handgun Cartridges

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

The one thing these handgun rounds have in common: they’re all on their way out

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454 Casull vs 44 Magnum

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Two handgun cartridges known for packing a massive punch, it’s important for shooters to know the differences between each before making a purchase

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Dude, the 6.5 Creedmoor Sucks!

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Can’t stand the Creed? Want to drive its fanboy nuts? Here’s what you tell them

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A Better 9mm? Federal Introduces the 30 Super Carry Self Defense Handgun Cartridge

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Federal’s new 30 Super Carry self-defense cartridge promises 9mm-like terminal performance with less recoil and more capacity

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