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Shotgun Slug Accuracy — Foster vs Sabot, Energy Data & Effective Range
A 12-gauge slug hits harder than a .44 Magnum at the muzzle. Sabot slugs from rifled barrels hold sub-2
A 12-gauge slug hits harder than a .44 Magnum at the muzzle. Sabot slugs from rifled barrels hold sub-2
What +P means, how much more pressure it generates, whether your gun can handle it, and why +P+ has no SAAMI standard at all.
Remanufactured ammo is cheaper than factory new, but squib loads, double charges, and out-of-spec rounds are real risks. Here's what you need to know.
Hollow points are banned in warfare by the 1899 Hague Convention but legal for civilian self-defense in 49 states. The U.S. never signed. Here's the full story.
The U.S. military fires approximately 250,000 rounds for every enemy combatant killed and consumes 1.8 billion rounds per year. Here's where it all goes.
How Dennis DeMille's frustration with the 6 XC wildcat and a shared condo at Camp Perry led Dave Emary to create the most popular new rifle cartridge in decades.
What ammo does the FBI carry? The Secret Service? NYPD? Here's what's publicly confirmed about law enforcement ammunition choices — and what isn't.
.380 and 9mm use the same .355
The claim that .22 LR kills more people than any other caliber is widely repeated but not confirmed by FBI data. Here's what ATF trace data actually shows.
The .357 Magnum has a legendary reputation for stopping power. Here's what the actual gel test data says, why the old studies are flawed, and the best loads for carry.
The best home defense ammo for 9mm handguns, shotguns, and AR-15s — ranked by overpenetration risk with gel test data and specific product recommendations.
The Taurus G3C has a sensitive feed ramp. Here's what ammo runs perfectly, what to carry, and which loads to avoid based on documented reliability data.
The best carry and range ammo for the Glock 43X (3.41
Is $0.24/round good for 9mm right now? What about 5.56? .308? Here's the definitive reference for fair ammo prices by caliber in 2026 — updated monthly.
A timeline of every major ammo shortage since 2008 with actual prices: Obama scare, Sandy Hook, COVID, and 2026 tariffs. The pattern repeats every time.
Is steel case ammo bad for your gun? Lucky Gunner's 40,000-round test answers definitively. Here's what happens to barrels, extractors, and your wallet.
Ammo prices are rising in 2026. Here's exactly why — manufacturer increases, import tariffs by country, and what to buy now before April hits.
.308 Win vs 6.5 Creedmoor compared with real ballistic data: drop at 1,000 yards, wind drift, barrel life, recoil, cost per round, and hunting use cases.
9mm vs .45 ACP compared with gel test data, FBI study findings, capacity, cost per round, and honest use-case recommendations for 2026.
What makes ammo subsonic? Why does it matter for suppressors? The 1,125 fps threshold, transonic accuracy problems, and the best subsonic loads by caliber.
Yes, you can fly with ammo in checked bags. Here are the TSA rules, airline weight limits, how many rounds per 11 lbs, and the FOPA trap you need to know about.
5.56 rifle rounds penetrate fewer layers of drywall than 9mm handgun rounds. Here's the physics behind it, the test data, and what it means for home defense.
Complete guide to bullet tip color codes. Learn what green tip, black tip, red tip, blue tip, and other colors mean — plus which ones civilians can legally buy.
The true story of the 1986 Miami shootout, the FBI's 40-year caliber journey from 9mm to 10mm to .40 S&W and back to 9mm, and what it means for your ammo choice.
Yes, M855 green tip ammo is legal in most states. Complete breakdown of federal law, the 2015 ATF ban attempt, and state-by-state restrictions for California, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Grain measures bullet weight, not powder charge. Learn what grain means in ammunition, how it affects recoil and accuracy, and which grain weight is right for your use case.
Complete guide to buying ammo online in 2026. Best retailers compared, state-by-state legality, shipping tips, and how to get the lowest cost per round with free shipping.
Everything a first-time gun owner needs to know about ammunition. Caliber identification, FMJ vs JHP, grain weight, +P, buying online, and your first purchase. Plain English.
FMJ vs hollow point explained with gel test data. Overpenetration comparison, cost breakdown, NJ legal note, and the 30-second rule every gun owner needs. Updated March 2026.
Shield Plus ammo guide covering both the 3.1-inch standard and 4.0-inch Performance Center models. Defensive, range, and +P picks. Updated March 2026.
Which 9mm grain weight should you use? Velocity data from 4-inch and 3.1-inch barrels, recoil comparison, use-case recommendations, and competition power factor math.
Can you shoot 5.56 in a .223? The pressure myth debunked, chamber geometry explained, .223 Wylde breakdown, and manufacturer chamber list. Updated March 2026.
The Hellcat has feed ramp issues and a 3-inch barrel that kills hollow point expansion. Here are the loads that actually work. Updated March 2026.
The definitive Glock 19 ammo guide. Gel-tested defensive loads, the polygonal barrel truth, +P confirmation, and best budget range ammo. Updated March 2026.
The definitive SIG P365 ammo guide. Gel-tested defensive loads from 3.1" barrels, best range ammo, and picks for the P365X, P365XL, and XMacro. Updated March 2026.
Which .22 LR ammo runs best in the Ruger 10/22? We rank CCI Mini-Mag, Federal AutoMatch, Aguila, and more by reliability, accuracy, and value. Updated March 2026.
The definitive Mossberg 500 ammo guide. Best buckshot for home defense, birdshot for clays, and slugs for deer. Shell length compatibility and choke guidance. Updated March 2026.