9mm Pistol Caliber Carbine Guide: Blowback vs Delayed (and What to Buy in 2026)

Comparisons, Rifles

9mm Pistol Caliber Carbine Guide: Blowback vs Delayed (and What to Buy in 2026) February 5, 2026 A 9mm pistol caliber carbine (PCC) can be a low-recoil, high-practice platform—especially if you share ammo with a 9mm handgun. Your biggest “make-or-break” decision is the operating system: simple direct blowback (cheap, common, a bit snappy) vs delayed […]

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5.7×28 Pistols in 2026: What You’re Really Buying (and How to Pick the Right One)

Analysis, Handguns

5.7×28 Pistols in 2026: What You’re Really Buying (and How to Pick the Right One) February 3, 2026 If you’ve been eyeing 5.7×28 pistols, you’re probably chasing the same promise: high capacity, flat recoil, and a cartridge that stays “laser-ish” longer than most handgun rounds. In 2026, there are more viable options than ever—ranging from

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22 LR Revolver Buyer’s Deep Dive: What Matters Most in 2026

Analysis, Handguns

22 LR Revolver Buyer’s Deep Dive: What Matters Most in 2026 February 2, 2026 A 22 LR revolver is still one of the smartest “actually shoot it a lot” handguns you can research in 2026—especially for training, new shooters, small-game/field use, and low-stress practice. The best choice comes down to action type (single-action vs double-action),

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Beretta 1301 vs Benelli M4: Picking the Right Semi-Auto Defensive Shotgun

Comparisons, Shotguns

Beretta 1301 vs Benelli M4: Picking the Right Semi-Auto Defensive Shotgun January 30, 2026 If you’re deciding between Beretta 1301 vs Benelli M4, you’re really choosing your “operating system” (gas vs. inertia), your tolerance for weight, and how much you value fast cycling versus “set it and forget it” ruggedness. This deep dive breaks down

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AR-15 Barrel Length 5.56: Picking 10.3 vs 11.5 vs 14.5 vs 16 in 2026

Comparisons, Rifles

AR-15 Barrel Length 5.56: Picking 10.3 vs 11.5 vs 14.5 vs 16 in 2026 January 27, 2026 If you’re debating AR-15 barrel length 5.56, you’re not just picking a number—you’re choosing a balance of handling, velocity, reliability, and muzzle blast. In 2026, the most common “serious use” choices cluster around 10.3, 11.5, 14.5, and 16

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SHOT Show 2026 Gun Releases: What Actually Matters (and How to Research the “New Hotness”)

New Releases, News

SHOT Show 2026 Gun Releases: What Actually Matters (and How to Research the “New Hotness”) January 26, 2026 SHOT Show 2026 gun releases can be noisy—lots of “new,” not all of it meaningful. The smart move is to sort announcements into a few practical buckets (carry pistols, suppressor-ready setups, modernized lever guns, and “do-everything” AR-style

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357 vs 44 Lever Action Rifle: How to Pick the Right Magnum for Your Needs

Comparisons, Rifles

357 vs 44 Lever Action Rifle: How to Pick the Right Magnum for Your Needs January 23, 2026 If you’re stuck between a 357 vs 44 lever action rifle, you’re really choosing a “system” more than a single gun: cartridge cost and availability, recoil, magazine capacity, and what ranges you’ll realistically shoot. Both .357 Magnum

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