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4 Reasons to Buy Ammo in Bulk

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Bulk purchases help you save money, time, and effort while giving you peace of mind. That applies to food, water, emergency equipment, and gun supplies. Hunters, sport shooters, and anyone who stays well-stocked in gun supplies will appreciate being able to buy their ammo in bulk. Still, regardless of how often you shoot, buying ammo in bulk benefits most gun owners. Here are a few reasons you should buy ammo in bulk, even if you don’t consider yourself a “high-volume” shooter. Bulk Ammo Stock Up on Ammunition The main reason you would buy bulk ammo is to stock up. Want to always have ammo on hand? Stock up on it. Have hunting plans? Stock up. Want to go to the range with some buddies? Stock up. Keeping a full supply of ammo will also ensure you’re ready for last-minute range trips without having to stop at the store on the way. Get a Bulk Discount Buying in bulk is way cheaper compared to buying smaller boxes. It’s a great way to save money on ammo when you buy a lot, even when p...

4 Tips for Making a Range Day More Fun

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Have your range days become a little monotonous? Are you running the same drills, shooting the same targets, and taking an overly serious approach to your training? While range days demand a level of professionalism and seriousness, shooting is a hobby, after all, and hobbies are supposed to be fun! It might be time to use your ammo differently and inject some fun into your range time. This might mean shooting a new gun, running fun drills with friends, or even just plinking for the sake of plinking. Here are some tips to try. Just Do Some Plinking Plinking is casual, informal shooting at its finest. Plinking is associated with cheaper, lower-caliber rounds that won’t break the bank, which means you can plink and plink for hours after stocking up on affordable bulk ammo . While you probably aren’t plinking if you’re training for a competition, it’s still a great way to blow off steam, focus on basic shooting fundamentals, and have fun. If your regular training regimen has gotten old...

4 Small Details to Improve Your Handgun Accuracy

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Shooting accurately with a handgun is entirely different from shooting a rifle or shotgun accurately. Some of the fundamentals are similar, but the differences are glaring. Most notably, you don’t “shoulder” a handgun as you would a long gun, which makes a considerable difference in overall stability. If you want to improve your accuracy while using 45ACP, 10mm, or 9mm handguns , grab your pistol and get these four details right. Check Your Stance The right stance can be the difference between on-target shots and frustrating misses, so it helps to know the most common stances to determine the right one for your shooting style. The major three are the Isosceles, Weaver, and Chapman stances. The Isosceles stance was the go-to stance for a long time, and it can feel natural for many newer shooters. Your arms and chest form an isosceles triangle, with your feet facing forward. While this stance allows for quick movements, it lacks stability. Next is the Weaver stance, which employs a p...

4 Things to Practice During Your Next Range Day

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Heading to shoot clay pigeons with 12 gauge ammo can be fun, but getting caught up in the excitement without building actual skills is all too easy. Sure, you can improve just by shooting the clay pigeons, but are you working on your stance? Are you practicing your reloading speed? Practicing the right things is the key to becoming a better shooter. Here are a few things to emphasize in your range day training. Learn the Ins and Outs of Your Guns Knowing how to operate your firearms is one of the most important parts of gun ownership. This ensures you can operate them safely and maintain them. You should also know how to handle your firearm when things go wrong. How do you work the safety? What do you do to clear a jam in your specific gun? Are you able to field strip it to solve problems? All of this knowledge is essential for any gun that you own. Set Your Stance Another important aspect of marksmanship is your stance. The right stance provides stability, allowing you to shoot a...

3 Common Questions About Spring Hunting Season

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When you think of hunting, you might picture crunchy snow underfoot, bright fall leaves, and a crisp wind. However, if your state allows for a spring season, this can be a great time of year to hunt! If you’re considering going on a hunting trip this spring, here are a few questions to consider. 30-30 Winchester What Can You Hunt During Spring? Spring hunting season can provide the opportunity to hunt a different type of game. What you can hunt for is determined by your local regulations, but the most common types of spring game are turkey, boar, coyotes, and bears. Even though the type of animal you are tailing may vary from spring to fall, the tools you use on your hunt don’t have to change. You can probably use the same reliable 30-30 Winchester rifle you used to take down a buck last fall to tag a boar this spring. How Should You Prepare? Bears are not the only thing coming out of hibernation in the spring. If you also feel like you’re groggy after a long winter, be sure to ...

5 Ways to Upgrade Your Gun Safe

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Gun safes are often rather plain. You might have a place for some rifles, a shelf for handguns or ammo , and some extra room for other firearm accessories. While they serve their purpose of securing your firearms, why stop there? There are plenty of ways to upgrade your gun safe, from extra lighting to dehumidifiers. Here are a few upgrades to consider for your gun safe. LED Lighting Some gun safes come with lighting, but it’s often not great. The lighting won’t give you a good view of your guns. Adding extra LED light strips is an excellent upgrade that can help you see inside your safe better. Consider battery-powered LED lights to avoid stringing a power cable outside of the safe. Prevent Rust with a Dehumidifier Rust is unfortunately common in a gun safe. You might have been hunting waterfowl or had a rainy range day, and you didn’t completely dry your 9mm handguns before putting them away. If you aren’t careful, rust can develop inside the firearm. You can use a few different...

5 Ways to Correct Common Shooting Mistakes

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Plenty of factors can reduce your shooting accuracy. Like many skills, improving your shooting requires time and experience, but some tricks can help you conserve your 9mm ammo by being on target more often. You might even be making a few common mistakes. Luckily, it’s easy to correct them. Here are the top five to know and how to fix them. Mistake 1: Jerking the Trigger Trigger jerk is a bad habit for many shooters. When you jerk the trigger, it pulls your firearm to the side just enough to throw off your shot. Ideally, you’ll smoothly pull the trigger using the pad of your finger, not the joint. You want consistent pressure. It’s less of a “pull” and more of a “squeeze.” Practice by balancing a coin on the end of your barrel and dry-firing the handgun. The coin should stay still throughout the motion. Mistake 2: Shooting Too Fast What happens when you fire your rifle quickly? The barrel gets hotter and hotter, and suddenly, you aren’t placing your 7.62 ammo where you want. Rushi...