USPSA vs IDPA: Which Competition Is Right for You? This month, let’s talk about competitive handgun shooting; specifically, I want to talk about the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) and International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA). Both are highly competitive and have a huge following. Let’s dive in and see what makes them appealing as…
What Is Precision Rifle Series (PRS) Shooting? Whether you’re a competitor or just a spectator, PRS is worth your time. Within two minutes or less, shooters have to quickly work out how to make their mark on a series of targets using any number of stances to optimize their precision. No time to fill out…
Essential Ammo Reloading Equipment for Beginners: Complete Starter Guide This month, let’s talk about reloading. I am going to give you a complete beginner’s guide to reloading. Hopefully, you can learn from my successes as well as some of the mistakes I have made in the past. As I’ve mentioned in past blogs, it is…
Is It Legal to Sell Reloaded Ammo? Chances are that you’ve already typed this question into your search engine of choice and found the answer to be a resounding yes. But there are, of course, some substantial caveats to be aware of, though. If you’re looking for a simple, straightforward guide to getting started, this…
What is Ammo Reloading? Ammo reloading came into being simultaneously with reusable centerfire brass cases replacing consumable paper cartridges. Drawn brass was expensive, black powder pressures too low to deform the cases much, so loading with minimal tools was common for hunters and recreational shooters. Over time, more sophisticated loading tools evolved, both for increased…
Unit 17: Rifles & Revolvers Lesson 62: Remington Model 552 Semi-Automatic .22 Rifle This is a very popular and versatile weapon as it can fire 3 types of cartridges without changing any major mechanisms or the barrel. It can use .22 short, long or Long rifle cartridges as if they are all the same. This does have the same issue…
Reloading vs. Buying Ammo: Is It Really Worth It? Gunsmithing is a way of life that creates countless memories, builds strong friendships, and hones skills you can apply to many aspects of your life. As with any career or hobby, there are several costs associated with gunsmithing, including ammunition. Every time you shoot a bullet,…
Unit 16: Pistols and Rifles Lesson 57: Crossman Model 130/1300 Pistol Although this is about BB/Pellet rifles, it is important to know and understand the workings of these pistols and rifles. For example, I was not aware that the M140/1400 rifle was near capable of firing a the same velocity as a .22 rimfire short. That is something I think a lot of…
Key Events of World War I for Gunsmiths This year, every day of every week will fall on the same date as it did in 1914- the year the Great War began. So, you’ve likely seen more than a few World War I retrospectives out there already this year. But this one little different. This…
Unit 15: Tricks and Carbines Lesson 52: Tricks of the Trade This lesson covers: The money maker Common malfunctions Tricks of the Trade in quick inspections to pinpoint problems Quick corrections General service & testing techniques. The tricks of the trade are going over some of the things that have been mentioned in earlier units a little more defined and in relative…