327 Federal Magnum: A Good .357 Magnum Alternative?
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalMy History With the .357The History of the .327 Federal MagnumThe .32 H&R Magnum: A Prelude to a Super MagnumPushing the limits of .32-caliber Revolvers.327 Federal Magnum Ballistics.327 Federal Magnum Cartridge Specs.327 Federal Magnum Muzzle Energy.327 Federal Magnum Cons.327 Federal Magnum VersatilityHow Many Calibers Can a .327 Federal Magnum Revolver Shoot?.327 Federal […]
22 LR vs. 22 Magnum – Rimfire Ammo Showdown
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalHow well do we know our Magnums?A question of 22 LR vs. 22 MagnumIs there a difference between 22 LR vs. 22 Magnum?History of the Rimfire Cartridge History of The .22 Long RifleThe History of the .22 MagnumThe Power of the .22 Magnum22 LR vs. 22 Magnum – Barrel Ballistics22 LR vs. 22 […]
SIG P226 vs. SIG P229 – Handgun Showdown Round 6
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalThe Tale of the Tape – SIG P226 vs. SIG P229Here we go again…What is the Difference Between a SIG P226 vs. SIG P229?Sig P226 & Sig P229 For SaleSIG SAUER P226 LEGION 9MM. w Reflex OpticSIG SAUER P229 LEGION RX COMPACT 9MM PISTOL w Reflex OpticSIG P226 vs. SIG P229 – […]
Rimfire vs. Centerfire: Why It’s Pointless To Compare!
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalMore Caliber as You AgeRimfire vs Centerfire Power AssumptionsA Lesson in Ammunition HistoryList of Rimfire CartridgesWhy are There Are Less Rimfire vs Centerfire?Components of the Modern Day Firearm CartridgeTypes of Centerfire – Why They MatterAre Rimfire Cartridges that Bad?Best Rimfire Ammo OptionsFavorite Centerfire Ammo?Rimfire vs Centerfire – ConclusionRecommended Reading In this day […]
Stun Gun vs Taser: Which is Better for Self Defense?
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalStun Gun Vs Taser Non-lethal PurposeHow Tasers & Stun Gun Shock Weapons WorkThe Stun GunThe TaserDifferences Between a Stun Gun vs TaserAre Taser Guns Legal?Stun Gun vs Taser PricingOur Top Stun Gun PickTaser Gun PricingOur Top Pick For Taser GunStun Gun vs Taser – RecommendationStun Gun vs Taser – ConclusionRecommended Reading I’ve […]
10mm vs. 45 ACP – Handgun Caliber Showdown Round 2
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalHistory of the .45 ACPHistory of the 10mmGLOCK 29 GEN 4 10MM PISTOL.45 ACP vs. 10mm – Comparison Methodology10MM vs 45 – ConclusionRecommended Reading In an article I wrote a little over a month ago I compared two different semi-auto handgun cartridges using the same .355-inch diameter bullets: The 9x19mm Parabellum and […]
9mm vs. 45 ACP – Handgun Caliber Showdown Round 4
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalWhy Compare the 9MM vs 45 ACP?Quick History of the 45 ACPTerminal Ballistics of 9MM vs. 45 ACP9MM vs. 45 ACP RecoilWhat about Modern Bullet Designs?G2 Research RIP bulletsThe High Capacity DebatePrice of 9MM vs. 45 ACP9MM vs. 45 ACP – Caliber Conversions and Versatility9MM vs. 45 ACP – Key Takeaways9MM vs 45 […]
44 Magnum vs. 454 Casull – Big Bore Caliber Showdown
Unpack This Article’s Arsenal44 Magnum vs. 454 Casull Introduction44 Magnum vs. 454 Casull – Beyond BallisticsHistory of the Magnum Revolver44 Magnum vs. 454 Casull – The Boring NumbersAvailable 44 Magnum, 454 Casull Firearms44 Magnum vs. 454 Casull – ConclusionWinner Between the .45 Caliber and the .454 Casull Caliber?Recommended Reading 44 Magnum vs. 454 Casull Introduction […]
10 Best Handguns For Women (for Self Defense CCW)
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalBuying a Handgun for My WifeWhat are the Best Handguns for Women? Best Handguns for WomenBest Guns for Women DetailedBest Handguns for Women AnalysisBest Handguns for Women – Special MentionsBest Handguns for Women – ConclusionRecommended Reading In this article will dive deep into the best handguns for women to carry. Including pros and […]
FNX 45 Tactical: When A Glock 21 Isn’t Enough
I was on the lookout for the most powerful .45 ACP platform. I wanted a handgun chambered in the .45 ACP that doubles as a self-defense tool against two-legged threats, i.e. your average everyday psycho, and as a hunting tool for effectively and humanely taking hog and deer. I’d also want to be able to […]
Where are all the 5.7x28mm Ammo?
Unpack This Article’s Arsenal9MM vs. 5.7x28mm Ammo5.7x28mm Ammo ConclusionRecommended Reading I’ve been a Ruger fanboy for God knows how long. As a revolver guy, I’ve had a long love affair with their Redhawk, Super Redhawk, and SP101, and I used to own a blued GP100. In SHOT Show 2020, I was excited when Ruger announced […]
Glock P80 – Lipsey’s Glock 17 Gen 1 Remake
Unpack This Article’s ArsenalP80 Glock Reproduction ConclusionRecommended Reading >About a year ago, Lipsey’s, in collaboration with Glock Austria, released a remake of the first generation Glock 17 they labeled the P80. It looks like a faithful reproduction on paper. >But as with most dead firearms that have been recently brought back from the grave (I’m […]
