Meaghan takes you through why she's a big fan of the AR platform. The AR-15 (ArmaLite Rifle) is my favorite firearm platform. I prefer it over other rifles, handguns, and shotguns. I may be a little partial to it since it is the first firearm I ever shot. There are many reasons why people prefer the AR-15 platform over other...
"Handgun" sounds like it should be a pretty simple term, but you’d be surprised what encapsulates a handgun. The common sense definition of a handgun differs from the legal definition, at least in the United States. Any weapon with a barrel shorter than 16 inches, lacks a stock, and is designed to be fired with one hand is a handgun...
Not all types of ammunition are created equal. Some are better than others for various purposes. If you're new to the gun world or have been around a while and don't know much about ammunition, here is a quick tutorial about the differences and why it's important to use certain types for different applications. This lesson will not be a...
Secure your gun but keep it accessible at a moment's notice with the Pineworld K5. A good safe goes a long way to ensuring your firearms are stored safely and securely. At the same time, how do you balance securing the firearm with having easy access to it? You want to prevent unauthorized usage, but you also want to be...
Not the same as mechanical offset, in this case, we're talking about a second sight device that can come in handy for many reasons. If you have a self-defense rifle, a competition carbine, or a duty gun with a primary optic mounted on top, you should also have an offset red dot optic or iron sights as a backup. There...
Which handgun is right for your home defense? It depends. But there are some common traits to look for when choosing one. Choosing which gun to buy is a very personal decision. Ask ten people what they like, get ten different opinions. And that’s okay. Each person has different needs and wants, which is why gun manufacturers make so many...
