This comprehensive guide explores factors influencing ammunition stockpiling for SHTF scenarios, recommending a focus on practical needs.

The .40 S&W has been called “the Ideal cartridge for personal defense”. Does it live up to that title? There have been a lot of folks through the years who thought so and new ammo lines like the SIG V-Crown have pushed the .40’s performance to new levels. Specifically developed to duplicate performance of the […]

There are two sides of the debate over shooting and carrying .357 Magnum ammunition in a small revolver. Both sides seem to be a bit dogmatic in their position, and I’ve been confronted with this a couple of times recently. I carry a J-Frame revolver as my primary defensive arm, and I carry it loaded […]

From the number 1 brand in handgun ammunition, Federal is proud to introduce new Syntech Defense. These loads produce dynamic terminal performance with a hollow-point bullet that separates into three segments and a deep-penetrating core on impact. Shipments of Syntech Defense ammunition have been delivered to dealers. The original Syntech changed the range forever. Now, […]

Ideal and then Lyman handbooks have been the reloaders’ best source of reloading data for over 100 years. Lyman pioneered the concept of delivering a wide range of components to use in generating safe, accurate loads. Reloading is fun and much cheaper than factory ammo. You may even get a more accurate and reliable round. […]

World War Two was a monumental turning point for the history of our world.  The number of countries (and troops) involved, the geopolitical ramifications concerning the outcome and the massive surge in warfare technologies earned the war its nickname “The Big One”. In the clash between the Axis powers and the Allies, there are no […]

Graham Baates and Erika test the SIG EPA 9mm Ammunition115gr FMJ ball ammo to see if it lives up to the SIG name.

We all love new calibers right?  Whether you need one, want one, or you even feel like it has a place in the industry.  We love new calibers because they represent R&D within the industry, a sure sign of health.  Tough times means slashed R&D budgets with companies focusing on producing only what is necessary.  […]

Wideners has been around since 1978, selling reloading equipment and shooting supplies.  In 1996 their .com fired up on the ‘net, and they’ve been selling their wares there ever since.  Known largely as a great source for powder and projectiles to reload with, Wideners also offers factory ammo aplenty.  To illustrate that point, they were kind […]

Tampa, FL – GECO has announced the release of two new lines of personal defense ammunition: RED ZONE and ACTION EXTREME.  Each of these new lines embodies the required features and standards of modern defensive ammunition, including excellent deformation with deep penetration and high residual mass.  By meeting these demands, GECO has ensured that RED ZONE […]

Norma® has released its new ECOSTRIKE™ ammunition, bringing the latest in bullet technology to a lead-free projectile. The design features a polymer tip for better ballistic coefficients and more reliable terminal performance. Available in a variety of calibers, ECOSTRIKE is a great choice for hunting medium and large game because of its ability to expand at […]

SIG SAUER has released a new Elite Copper Duty load, specifically designed for short barrel rifles. The 120gr supersonic 300BLK SBR is a supersonic duty round engineered for reliable, controlled, 1.8x expansion, and superior feeding out of rifles with sub-9-inch barrels. The supersonic SBR Elite Copper Duty ammunition features an all-copper bullet and black oxide […]

Norma® is pleased to announce the availability of TIPSTRIKE™, a new line of hunting ammunition designed for stopping power, excellent energy transfer and penetration deep enough to reach the vital organs of big game. TIPSTRIKE is the ideal hunting ammunition for big game hunters who demand drop-dead results. At the heart of the TIPSTRIKE design is […]

Norma® has expanded its rimfire line-up with the introduction of its new .17 HMR V-MAX.  A great round for varmint hunters and small game hunters, the Norma .17 HMR V-MAX delivers tremendous accuracy and hard-hitting performance all the way out to 200 yards. Norma’s .17 HMR V-MAX is engineered to deliver high energy upon impact […]

Norma® has announced the release of HEXAGON – a match grade line of handgun ammunition available in 9mm, 357 Mag and 45 Auto. For applications that require maximum precision, HEXAGON is the right choice to optimize the accuracy out of any handgun. Featuring a unique, HEXAGON bullet design and an aerodynamic shape with six stabilizing […]

Norma® is pleased to introduce BONDSTRIKE™ Extreme – an all-new line of hunting ammunition designed from the ground up for extreme long-range accuracy and excellent performance on game at all distances. With a state-of-the-art polymer tip, proprietary bonding and a match-style boat tail projectile, BONDSTRIKE Extreme delivers an unmatched combination of long-range precision, penetration and terminal […]

It’s not often we see revolutions in the field of revolvers. Revolvers are revolvers, right? They work and work well. The revolver is still a very popular choice for concealed carry and revolver carriers have likely thought the market and technology for revolvers, has become stagnant. Well NeoMag, a company known for creating a concealed […]

For more than a century, Norma® has built a world-wide reputation among hunters for accuracy, reliability and terminal performance across a wide range of hunting applications.  In 2019, Norma is proud to deliver this same standard of precision and ballistic performance with the release of its new 9mm Monolithic Hollow Point (MHP™). Norma’s 9mm MHP […]

CONROE, TEXAS – January 10th, 2019 – Aguila Ammunition has met the needs of shooters again, this time by offering bulk packaging for their 5.56 caliber ammo. “If there is a way to meet the needs of our customers, we try to do exactly that,” says John Domolky, Director of Sales for TxAT. “For active shooters especially, it’s important […]

For many of us, shooting is the ultimate hobby; even those who train hard and “live by the sword” often find themselves out target shooting as a way to blow off steam, also known as trigger therapy.  For others, there’s a competitive angle- from local shooters to national competitors.  One thing nearly all of us […]