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Top 7 Budget Friendly AR-15s [PICS]

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If you’re like us, you’ve rarely met a gun you didn’t like.  Still, there are some firearms that, for whatever reason, tend to leave an exceptionally good impression with shooters: Browning shotguns, Winchester lever-action rifles, Colt 1911s… and of course the AR-15. The AR-15 is accurate, easy to operate, lightweight, and of course it can hold plenty of ammo. If you’re truly going to be ready for anything, and that “anything” might include holding off a gang of zombie hogs pillaging your farm, a bolt-action deer rifle simply isn’t going to cut it. Those are a few of the reasons that the […]

UPDATE: One of These 7 Guns is the Next “Official Sidearm of the US Military”

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As you may know, the US Armed Forces is on the hunt for the next official Joint Combat Pistol for the entire US Military. Yes, it’s kind of a big deal… In the 1980s, the Beretta M9A1 was chosen to replace the iconic M1911A1. RELATED: Top 11 Semiauto Handguns on a Budget Many veterans and 1911 fans never forgave the Department of Defense for what they considered a huge blunder. Not to mention, they gave an Italian firearms company the most coveted sidearms contract on the planet… Fast forward to 2017, where a fresh clash of the titans is underway to decide which […]

Top 5 Revolvers on a Budget [Under $500]

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For many shooters, there’s just something about the simplicity, reliability, and timelessness of the revolver is just irresistible. While semi-automatics seem to get all the attention these days, there’s no shortage of innovation or excitement in the revolver-first camp. Plus, these guns can be quite affordable too. Upgrades in technology alongside the concealed carry movement have brought about a whole new breed of lightweight, internal hammer revolvers. RETAIL: Top 7 Guns for Seniors At the same time, the old classics remain as useful and accurate as ever, albeit with some modern day refinements. Whether you’re looking for a gun that loves plinking […]