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Best Ruger 10/22 Stocks
So you’re looking for a new stock to upgrade your favorite Ruger 10/22? Ruger 10/22’s have been proven firearms for decades and while making changes can produce an even better rifle, sometimes tampering with an already great thing can lead to a worse one. Whether you’re looking for a particular aesthetic to show off at ... Read more
October 29, 2022
Best Ruger 10/22 Charging Handles to Buy Right Now
Are you currently looking for the best charging handles for a Ruger 10/22 carbine? Well, you’re in luck because I made a list of the best Ruger10/22 charging handles I could get my hands on. You probably already know, but for the newbies, the charging handle is the part of the 10/22 that you use ... Read more
October 11, 2022
Best Ruger 10/22 Chassis: Complete Buying Guide
No gun collection is truly complete without a Ruger 10/22. The 10/22 is not just one of the most customizable firearms ever made, it’s also very reliable, well-built, and incredibly versatile. But what if you want to take your 10/22 to the next level? That’s where a chassis comes in. A chassis is a fancy ... Read more
August 14, 2022
Best Ruger 10/22 Receiver
One of Sturm, Ruger & Co.’s best-known rifles is the Ruger 10/22. You can use this .22 LR chambered weapon for anything, from plinking to small game hunting to an SHTF survival weapon, it’s a reliable rifle. While the Ruger 10/22 is a superb weapon out of the box, there will always be times when ... Read more
January 10, 2022
Best Ruger 10/22 Rifle Barrels
Gun owners and Ruger enthusiasts, we’ve found the best barrels for your 10/22 rifle. Keep reading to find out more. The Ruger 10/22 is the best-selling rifle of all time. It’s so popular because it’s reliable, affordable, and accurate. With a host of customization options, including barrels, stocks, and scopes, it can be tailored to ... Read more
January 4, 2022
Best Ruger 10/22 Trigger Upgrade
What component of a rifle should you upgrade before anything else? The barrel? The receiver? The stock? The trigger? Well, each of these components is undoubtedly important to the function of your rifle, but a strong argument can be made that the trigger is the one component that should be upgraded before anything else. The ... Read more
January 3, 2022
Ruger 10/22 Mods
Since its debut in 1964, the Ruger 10/22 has sold in the millions. It is no surprise that we’ve bought into the hype with such a great gun. In fact, we’ve published over half a dozen articles about the Ruger 10/22 to date. It is also no surprise that there are a lot of owners ... Read more
October 28, 2021
Ruger 10/22 Takedown Review: “One To Go, Please!”
The Ruger 10/22 is one of the most successful rimfire rifles ever made. Depending upon which source you trust, they have sold either five, seven, or eight million rifles since the model was introduced in 1964. (At any rate, that’s a bunch!). I have accounted for exactly two of those sold. My first 10/22 was ... Read more
April 29, 2022
[Review] Ruger 22 Charger: More Handy Than A 10/22?
For those of you out there who own a Ruger 10/22 rifle – all six million of you – Ruger has something relatively new for you. It’s called the Charger. And, if you’re not one of those owners, the Charger is for you, too. I’m sure a lot of you already know about this little ... Read more
December 12, 2020
Best Ruger 10/22 Scopes Reviewed
When you say “.22 rifle” there is a good chance the image that springs to mind for many people is the ubiquitous Ruger 10/22. Made for over half a century, this generations spanning American classic has introduced countless of people to shooting, and has served as a faithful companion on untold hunts, afternoon shooting session ... Read more
April 7, 2021
Best 9mm Carbines [Hands-On Tested]
Pistol caliber carbines have been popular since the advent of the self-contained cartridge. They saw heavy use during the settlement of the American West, as ranchers and outlaws alike saw the value and convenience of having their rifles and pistols shoot the same ammunition. Adding a 9mm carbine or one in another caliber can be ... Read more
September 8, 2024
Handgun Calibers [Ultimate Guide]
If you’re a novice shooter or an experienced one, it can be beneficial to pause and examine some insights into the cartridges we use. You might be considering expanding your firearm collection and unsure about which caliber to choose, or perhaps you’re curious about the origins of a particular cartridge like the .380 ACP. Maybe ... Read more
July 22, 2024
Rifle Calibers [Ultimate Guide]
It’s past time for firearms deer season here at home. This year, as in previous years, my son and I will head to the deer blind armed with a .308 and .243 respectively. This is notable because it wasn’t long ago that only pistol cartridges were permitted for deer hunting in my state. While carbines ... Read more
July 19, 2024
Ruger SR1911 Commander Hands-On Review
Ruger is the largest firearms manufacturer in the United States. Bill Ruger and Alexander Sturm established the corporation in 1949. From 2009 to 2012, the corporation dominated the market for handguns, and they were second only to Remington in the rifle industry. However, with Remington out of the picture, that will likely change. Still, looking ... Read more
October 22, 2022
Best .22 LR Rifles: Ultimate Review
Although not as instantaneously synonymous with American culture as Coca-Cola, but the .22 Long Rifle is up there and is an even older symbol of this great country. From teaching kids how to shoot to clearing the forest of small game, and to ringing steel targets at 200+ yards, we now live in a golden ... Read more
October 9, 2022
Ruger PC 9mm Carbine: Complete Review
Last time, we looked at a Hi-Point model 995 9mm carbine. This time, we’ll look at the Ruger version of the 9mm carbine (also available in .40 S&W). There are 20 different models listed on Ruger’s website, Ruger PC 9mm Carbine counting the various distributor guns and stock finishes available. Now, let’s look at where ... Read more
September 6, 2022
The 5 Best AR-15 .22LR Conversion Kits
Do you want to get an AR-15 in .22 LR? But brand new AR in .22 LR is a bit pricey? Well, then consider buying an AR 15 .22 LR Conversion Kit. Over the years, I’ve converted quite a few of my rifles to different calibers. In this article, I’ll share with you the best ... Read more
June 20, 2022
Ruger SR22: Versatile 22LR Pistol [Hands-On Review]
The Ruger company is a long-time provider of excellent guns to security agencies, police, and other law enforcement agencies as well as citizens. I’m one of those long-time owners of Ruger firearms. Ruger is a name to be reckoned with in American gun production. Ever since 1949, they’ve introduced model after model of innovative, well-built, ... Read more
June 9, 2022
Best .450 Bushmaster Barrels
The AR-15 is one of the most customizable firearms in existence. It is rivaled only by the 1911 pistol, Glock pistol, and the Ruger 10/22 .22 rifle. The AR is great because it’s a lightweight and compact gun. At the same time, the traditional 5.56x45mm NATO or .223 Remington round is not necessarily the best ... Read more
June 5, 2022
Ruger American Predator Hands-On Review: Best Budget Rifle?
The Ruger American Predator is a rifle made for varmint and predator hunting. But it’s not only for predators as many hunters also use it for deer hunting and large game. It’s a popular rifle known for its reliability and affordable price. But is the Ruger Predator the gun for you? Let’s find out in ... Read more
May 1, 2022
Best 6.8 SPC Uppers
The AR-15 platform is the first thing that springs to mind when you think about building a rifle. This firearm is a durable, adaptable, and highly configurable option for law enforcement and the general public alike. There are only three other firearms in the world that come close to rivaling the AR-15 in customizations and ... Read more
April 16, 2022
Best Remington 870 Barrels
The Remington 870 is not only one of the most popular shotguns in the market today, it is also one of the most customizable. You can modify or upgrade most parts of the 870, and the barrel is no exception. Upgrading your barrel is one of the best ways to improve the performance of your ... Read more
March 31, 2022
Rimfire vs Centerfire – What is the difference?
Many hunters like myself use rimfire ammunition nearly as often as centerfire ammunition. But do I prefer one over the other? What is important about the rimfire vs centerfire debate? And what is the main difference between centerfire and rimfire ammunition anyway? Big spoiler…. powder, and power. Fast Facts: Centerfire Vs. Rimfire Bottomline the difference ... Read more
March 7, 2022
7 Best Survival Rifles
A survival firearm is for when things have gone really, really wrong. Nuclear winter, natural disaster, aliens, zombies, that kind of thing. But what is the best survival rifle? While your normal SHTF guns will be useful, survival rifles look to not only help defend yourself but also give you a solid option to help ... Read more
March 4, 2022
Best AR-15 Triggers: The Ultimate Buying Guide [2022]
The best upgrade you can make for any AR-15 is to give yourself the best AR-15 trigger you can afford. With dozens of triggers out there, it can be kind of scary trying to pick the right one for you. This is literally how you interact with your rifle and having a trigger you like ... Read more
December 24, 2021
Best AR-15 Barrels: 2022 Complete Buyer’s Guide
You need a new barrel, maybe this is a new build or maybe your old barrel just isn’t cutting it anymore. But you don’t just want new, you want the best AR-15 barrel you can find (and afford). Lucky for you, we got all that a whole lot more. If you want a crash course ... Read more
December 4, 2021
[Review] Savage Axis II XP (vs. Mossberg Predator)
Those of you who read my reviews and articles know that I am by and large a handgun guy. I cut my shooting teeth on that type of firearm. I guess growing up in a state that did not allow “regular” rifle calibers for deer hunting (only pistol calibers were legal) until fairly recently may ... Read more
July 30, 2021
Binary Triggers: What You Need to Know
Binary triggers allow you to shoot numerous rounds rapidly. Almost as if shooting with a fully automatic gun. This can be useful in many situations, and more importantly, it can be a lot of fun at the range! Getting your hands on one is relatively easy in most states. However, it is a serious issue ... Read more
June 15, 2021
Ruger MPR Review [AR 556 Expert Hands On]
Summary Ruger and rifles. It doesn’t sound right, at least to those of us who cut their shooting teeth on Ruger revolvers and semi-auto pistols. After all, Ruger’s first products were handguns, right? It started in 1949 with the MK I Standard .22 pistol and then went to the .357 Magnum Blackhawk. From there, it ... Read more
May 6, 2021
Ruger Precision Rimfire 22 LR – Buy or Avoid?
The Ruger Precision Rimfire rifle (RPR) is something of a phenomenon! In the world of precision rifles, Ruger has a respectable presence. But usually, they are associated with calibers such as .308 and 6.5 Creedmoor. We don’t typically put “.22 LR” and “precision rifle” in the same sentence. But, as Bob Hope said, I gotta ... Read more
July 5, 2021