Are the 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem. Cartridges Interchangeable?

It's a question that often arises, so author Lane Pearce did some fresh research for a

Are Micro Compact 9mm Pistols the Best for Concealed Carry?

Micro-compact Pistols rank among the best-selling 9mm handguns designed for personal-defense

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Pierced Primers and Firing Pin Erosion: What To Look For

You've probably heard about pierced primers and firing pin erosion, but have you ever seen

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Should You Consider A Rimfire Firearm For Home Defense?

SGM (Ret.) Kyle Lamb considers the points of using a rimfire firearm for home defense. Could

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Build Your Own Muzzleloader With A Traditions DIY Black Powder Kit

You can build your own muzzleloader at home with a DIY build kit from Traditions. Author

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Reloading the 6.5 Weatherby RPM Cartridge: How To

Weatherby's 6.5 Weatherby RPM Cartridge is efficient and accurate, but it's not your typical

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How to Reload the .45-70 Government: Best .45-70 Gov. Handloads

The classic .45-70 cartridge is best thought of as three entirely different cartridges, with

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What are the Benefits of Straight-Pull Rifles?

Bolt-action rifles are clearly the dominate force in the U.S., but you might want to consider

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Offset Iron Sights vs. Red Dot: Which is Best?

There are many great primary AR sights, but backup sights are always a good idea, and offset

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Can Gunpowder Spontaneously Ignite? Yes! Long-Term Powder Storage Hazards

It's quite rare, especially with modern powders, but it is possible for gunpowders to

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Training is a Lot Easier with Some New Tools from Mantis X

Any excuse not to train has just gone out the door with some unique training aids from Mantis

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Upgrading the Iconic Dumoulin Mauser 98: Perfect Dangerous-Game Rifle

With a few tweaks from a good gunsmith, the iconic Dumoulin Mauser 98 rifle can be improved to

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