There have been many variants used when applying the term “Tactical Shotgun.” It can be a full sized semi-auto/pump shotgun set up for military/police use. It can involve ghost ring sights, red dot sights or a variety of other optics. Barrel length can generally vary from 18” out to 20” and may or may not include an extended on board ammunition supply such as a sidesaddle or … [Read more...]
Wideners has been around since 1978, selling reloading equipment and shooting supplies. Known largely as a great source for powder and projectiles to reload with, Wideners also offers a wide variety of factory ammo. When you are looking for an accurate load for your rifle, you need to try different bullet weights and loads to see what performs best in your gun. Wideners makes … [Read more...]
I had just ordered my first Remington 700 and the next day the internet was ablaze with news about yet another recall from one of America's most famed manufacturers. Remington has recalled an American classic, the Remington 700. Unfortunately I believed the more tabloid-like gun blogs and thought it included all Remington 700s. Fortunately that is not true, to see if the … [Read more...]
The comparison between .223 and 5.56 isn't a new one, so there is a lot of discussion to weed through to learn about the two. Ultimately, because they originated from the same cartridge, they are very similar, but that does not mean that they are necessarily interchangeable. This article discusses three key differences between .223 Remington and 5.56x45mm NATO. .223 … [Read more...]
Remington Arms recently waded back into the pistol market with their announcement of two new polymer pistols, available in four different varieties. The newly announced RP9 is chambered in the worlds most popular caliber the 9x19mm, and the RP45 will be chambered in .45 ACP. It was announced that both pistols will be available in 10 round capacity configurations for markets … [Read more...]
The shotgun...One of the most revered, respected, and arguably the best and most effective close quarter fighting long gun you can employ. Throughout history, the shotgun, mainly the 12 gauge variety, has played a pivotal role in warfare and day to day survival and protection, even to this day. It has been trusted to protect money carriages in the times of the old west, to feed … [Read more...]
