The humble .22 LR round has long been America’s favorite for plinking, small game hunting, and introductory shooting. Its relatively low power and minimal recoil make it perfect for new shooters, while its affordability keeps experienced marksmen coming back. When paired with an effective suppressor, the shooting experience transforms into something truly remarkable. A rimfire … Read more
A good rimfire suppressor is one of the best firearm-related purchases you can make. Nothing delivers “Hollywood quiet” like a suppressed .22 LR. It’s a great way to teach first-time shooters without needing hearing protection. There is near-zero recoil and the lack of noise will put a smile on their face after every pull of … Read more
I don’t know if there’s a more satisfying sound than the tinny ding of a 40-grain .22 bullet hitting steel beyond 200 yards. It can seem magic, ringing targets so far out that the time lag between snappy report and cheerful hit confirmation sometimes allows me to sip coffee. This experience is becoming more widespread … Read more
Hot on the heels of Winchester announcing the new 21 Sharp rimfire cartridge, Savage has already got rifles chambered for it. They’re offering four models to start with. So far they’re all bolt actions, and they’re all reasonably priced. Models start at just $269 with the Mark II F. The most expensive model is the … Read more
With May the Fourth Be With You and the weekend celebrations surrounding Cinco de Mayo, the Mexican-American version of St. Patrick’s Day, in our rearview mirror, hopefully the hangovers and upset stomachs from muchos tequila and over indulging on nachos and guac have finally subsided. Maybe the old noggin can even handle the soul jarring … Read more
The concept of a “truck gun” isn’t much different than a saddle scabbard rig more than 100 years ago. It’s basically a utility long gun that’s easily carried and deployed for any number of reasons. One carbine I’ve been carrying around the farm lately is Heritage’s Rough Rider .22. Rats, snakes and mice, oh my! … Read more
A long time ago, when I was a young man at the School of Infantry, an instructor told us we were apes. He talked about how, with female Marines, he could explain to them how to do something, and they could typically do it. He told us guys that, as apes, we had to learn … Read more
I’m a big fan of the Scorpion platform. It’s the right combination of an effective firearm, a clean and aggressive aesthetic and it’s a fairly affordable firearm. I own three of them, and I’m betting I’ll be owning a fourth by the end of this year. CZ has combined the CZ Scorpion that I love … Read more
Are you a newbie when it comes to shooting? There are millions of new, first-time gun owners out there who have come to own a firearm in the last three-plus years. Are you confused by the terms ‘rimfire’ and ‘centerfire’ when it comes to ammunition? We were all in your shoes once. So don’t fret…here’s … Read more
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