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…
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,…
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…
3 Battles That Changed the Course of World War I World War I was the largest and most devastating war to ever be fought by humanity. It encapsulated the entire world and was mainly fought in mainland Europe and North Africa. During the four years it took place, 1914-1918, over 100 million soldiers and sailors died or were injured. Today, we are discussing three main battles of significance during this…
Bolt-Action to Machine Guns: Firearms of World War I The major players all entered World War I expecting a quick, mobile conflict in the tradition of the Franco-Prussian conflict. Small arms with which they began the war were still dominant four years later, despite a handful of innovations implemented during the fighting. While artillery accounted for 60%…
Inside Trench Warfare: Why Trench Guns Changed Combat This month, I want to talk about modern tactical shotguns and where they got their start. It all started with the Winchester Model 1897. The Model 1897 was designed by John Browning and over a million were produced from 1897-1957. The military saw the advantage of using…
The Symbolism behind RED Friday On Fridays, many Americans choose to wear something red—a shirt, a hat, a ribbon, or a scarf. This quiet tradition, known as RED Friday, carries a deep and heartfelt purpose. The letters R.E.D. stand for Remember Everyone Deployed. It’s a low-key but powerful reminder that, while peaceful life continues at home, thousands of American…