In this section you will find all the advanced guides, tricks, tips, and How-Tos we have put together for beginner and advanced shooters.
You might be new to gun ownership, but first time zeroing a scope. You might be a little embarrassed, but the fun fact is that many hunters and shooters never learn how to do it properly. Still, with just the right amount of patience (yes, we bolded that) and practice, you can get pretty good at zeroing your …
Did you know that the number of accidental shootings in the US has dropped by more than 95% since 1903? That’s mainly because people have been following basic gun safety rules. But there are still too many incidents where firearms cause injury or death. The good news is that most of these accidents are preventable. …
So, do you know how to stretch a leather holster? Finding the perfect leather holster is no easy task. When looking for one, most people think about how comfortable a holster is while wearing it and what is the best position to wear it in. They do not think about about stretching a leather holster out, …
Which Shotgun Choke Is The Most Open? A common question for those just starting with a shotgun is, “Which shotgun choke is the most open?” The answer is no choke at all or, as some call it, the “cylinder” choke. However, some can argue that the skeet choke is the most open out of the …
What distance should be used to pattern a shotgun? The simple answer is 40 yards, but it also varies on what you will be using your shotgun for and what bore shotgun you will be using. Here are some recommendations from experts and organizations like the NRA. Pattern distance for .410 shotguns: 25 yards regardless of the intended …
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Why do hunters pattern their shotguns? It’s simple. Hunters pattern their shotguns to determine the range and spread of a specific gun with a particular choke and particular shells. Why do they need to know this information? It is straightforward; knowledge of how far pellets will travel and how they will spread after being fired …
Why do Hunters Pattern Their Shotguns?- Your Balanced Guide Read More »
Going to the Gun Range for the First Time? Check out what our research shows are some efficient tips for starting out at the range. Why are These Tips are a Benefit to You? It is estimated that 72% of American adults have fired a gun (come on, America, we got to pump those numbers …
Effective Tips for Going to the Gun Range for the First Time Read More »
If you already have a general idea on which inside the waistband (IWB) holster you want then check out our analysis of the best IWB holsters. If you do not have a general idea, we understand and that is why we made this inside waistband (IWB) holster buyer’s guide. This guide gives you a list …
IWB Holster Buyers Guide-Your #1 Simplified Tool Read More »
You’ve Always Made Gun Safety a Priority. You buy high-quality gun accessories and holsters that help you keep your gun secure when you carry it. You talk to your family members about the importance of respecting what firearms can do and instruct them on the basics of how they should behave when using one. However, …
Trigger Locks and Project ChildSafe: The Easy Fundamentals Read More »
Have you ever seen somebody at the range leaning so far back you wonder if they are shooting, or getting ready for a limbo challenge? The sad truth, so many of us have seen this that the real question should be who has not seen this happen. A lot of people (including shooting veterans ) …
Shooting Stances the Right Way: Plus Aiming and Gripping Read More »
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