GUNS Magazine

07/24/2026

There is a distinct benefit to this shotgun for those who can handle reasonable amounts of recoil but may not be able to handle muzzle-heavy shotguns. The one to two fewer pounds makes it much easier to carry for longer periods.

My initial look at Beretta’s practical 20-gauge offering – the A300UP – is here. Having two quality 20-gauge shotgun designs available for both end users and serious shotgun students is intriguing. Those are Beretta's A300 and Mossberg's 590. As a traveling trainer, the ability to loan out a 2...

07/20/2026

Remora Holsters are made with an amazing highly-tactile outer material to keep them anchored in your waistband without clips, hooks, rivets, heavy-duty welds or an act of Congress!

If you’re looking for a comfortable, versatile way to carry a defensive firearm without the bulk and hassle of traditional hardware — even in drawstring shorts — Remora has cracked the code.

07/18/2026

New podcast episode just dropped!

Would you trust your life to a $350 revolver?

For decades, the conventional wisdom was simple: you get what you pay for. Carrying a 'cheap' snub-nose was seen as a dangerous compromise. But in the era of modern CNC machining, has that rule finally been broken?

The truth is that the manufacturing gap between a premium wheelgun and a standard-priced model has shrunk to almost nothing. While a high-end gun might offer a prettier finish, a standard-priced revolver from Ta**us or Charter Arms often runs just as reliably once it’s properly broken in.

Do you baby your high-end revolvers, or do you prefer a utilitarian tool that you aren't afraid to get dirty?

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07/03/2026

New Podcast Episode is live!

What is the single most American firearm ever produced?

If you ask a dozen shooters, you’ll get a dozen different answers. Some will argue for the frontier-era Pennsylvania long rifle, while others point straight to the C**t Single Action Army or the Wi******er Model 94. And of course, the modern crowd will make a strong case for the AR platform.

But the real question isn't just about sales numbers or military adoption—it's about which design captures the spirit of American individualism. Why are we, as American shooters, so uniquely obsessed with owning dedicated, single-purpose fi****ms instead of the multi-caliber 'system' guns popular in Europe?

Let’s hear it. If you could only put one firearm on the American coat of arms, which one is it and why?

06/26/2026

New episode just dropped!

Why are we still talking about a cartridge introduced in 1895?

For decades, the fi****ms industry has tried to replace the .30-30 Wi******er with a steady stream of faster, flatter-shooting, and flashier calibers. Yet, go into any small-town hardware store or remote gas station that sells ammo, and you’re guaranteed to find a box of .30-30 on the shelf.

The truth is, most deer are harvested at double-digit distances where ballistic spreadsheets don't matter. When you pair a classic lever gun with modern ammunition, you get a lightweight, fast-handling setup that can shoot sub-MOA groups and drop game cleanly year after year. Is the .30-30 still the king of the woods, or has it finally met its match?

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06/12/2026

In our latest podcast episode, we ask: what happens when a highly successful, traditional conservation hunt meets the digital outrage of modern social media?

When Suzi Huntington tagged out on two massive Alberta black bears using a R***r American .308, she shared her success online—only to be met with emotional backlash from people who have never set foot in the deep woods. From demands about eating spring bear meat (which is biologically unpalatable and trichinosis-prone) to accusations of cruelty, the disconnect between suburban critics and actual wildlife management has never been wider.

Do you share your hunting photos online, or have you started keeping your trophies offline to avoid the headache?

06/06/2026

Are we trading raw speed for a prettier sight picture?

In our latest discussion, Roy Huntington and I took a hard look at the industry-wide obsession with pistol red dots. While optics are a godsend for aging eyes that struggle with front-sight focus, they come with a steep learning curve that many casual shooters completely ignore.

Statistically, red dots have slightly improved qualification scores for some LE agencies, but the average round count in real-world gunfights has simultaneously climbed. Are shooters actually getting more precise, or are they hesitating to acquire the dot and then dumping magazines to compensate?

Tell us your preference: Are you running a 'tiny TV' on your slide, or are you keeping it old-school with iron sights?

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05/15/2026

The New Episode is Here!

There’s a quiet tension in modern shooting culture: we’ve never had more access to advanced techniques, yet many shooters still struggle with the basics.

At some point, speed became the focus. Faster draws, faster splits, faster everything. But speed has a way of hiding problems—until it doesn’t.

This week’s discussion looks at an older idea with some staying power: slowing down and shooting like it’s 1955. Not out of nostalgia, but as a way to rebuild the fundamentals that everything else depends on.

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05/15/2026

Buckskin Bill lived on beans and taters and claimed to never have been sick a day in his life. His resourcefulness and ability to thrive in the harsh conditions earned him the respect of both locals and the growing number of rafters venturing down the Salmon River.

While never wealthy, Sylvan "Buckskin Bill" Hart's stories and lifestyle made him a folk hero.

05/14/2026

Being safe isn't a switch...it's a process!

When it comes to gun safety, you are a critical part of the overall safety system. You are also the least reliable component.