What is the best gun for the apocalypse? This is a question with answers as different as the scenarios envisioned by various authors and experts over the years. The best gun to have will depend on the situation and the modus operandi of the individual(s) involved, but the weapon’s primary …

Reloading your own shotgun shells is a time-honored method of reducing the cost of shooting. While reloading can be done in many ways, today we will look at how to reload shotgun shells by hand versus purchasing a machine. Disclaimer: Reloading is a precision task. Do not attempt to load your …

A good shotgun is an essential tool for the homestead and a great starting point for a well-rounded hunting or defensive battery. Many users gravitate to the 20 gauge as the first gun for themselves or their spouse or children. But, shotguns today can be expensive. So, what is the …

With the world gone weird lately, many are looking to add a pistol to their preparedness plan. However, the last couple of years has left many with a thin budget. Let us look at some of the choices for the best handgun under $300. Why three hundred dollars? Well, that seems …

I was maybe 11 years old, out helping my grandpa in the barn. He was using his pocketknife to open a package and opened his finger in the process. Grandpa took out his wallet, pulled a Band-Aid from inside it, put the Band-Aid on, and went back to work. The …

During an emergency situation, keeping yourself and your loved ones safe is your responsibility and primary concern. In addition to the basics of food, water, or shelter, you may want to include a firearm in your preparation. For the purposes of our discussion, I am going to define an emergency situation …

Taking along guns while camping in the woods is a tradition as old as America. Looking at photographs of camps with old canvas tents and men and women in flannel standing by a fire, there are almost always a few firearms leaned against the tent pole. These “camp guns” are …

The uncertainty and unrest of the last few years have prompted many people to buy a gun for protection in the home. If protection is why you are thinking about acquiring a firearm, then it is important to choose the right one. So, you may wonder, what is the best …

What is the best bear defense weapon is the subject of much debate. But, much of the evidence available suggests that many choose a shotgun for this role. Why? Because shotguns tend to be affordable, reliable and can throw a big chunk of lead. So, what is the best bear …

Carry a gun long enough, and at some point, the sights will be hard to see when you need them to be sharp and clear. Whether it be the swiftly gathering dark in the woods, an alley, or just from the effect of time on the eyes, it will happen. …

Today we are looking at the best shotgun under $300. While deer hunting may have wrapped up for most of us with the holidays, the small game seasons and late waterfowl seasons are still going for many, with turkey season not far off. For all of these seasons, a good …

If you have spent any length of time in pursuit of upland game, then you know how heavy a shotgun can feel in your hands by the end of a long day afield. For this reason, many hunters choose a 20 gauge as their weapon of choice for grouse, quail, …