Guides & Tutorials
The End of an Era: Why Cheaper Than Dirt Stopped Selling Guns
Recently, Cheaper Than Dirt, a major online gun store based in Fort Worth, made headlines by stepping out of the firearm sales business. This move has left the shooting community without another major supplier, and many are missing their go-to place for "dirt cheap guns." What led to this decision, and is there a deeper story behind it?Who's Cheaper Than Dirt and Why They're Bowing Out of Gun SalesCheaper Than Dirt started its journey at gun shows, where a savvy entrepreneur sold firearms for ch
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Oct 24th 2024
A Guide to Hunting, Sporting & AR-15 Rifle Barrels
In this post, we’re discussing rifle barrel types in terms of materials, finishes, profiles, twist rates, and more. So if you’re choosing your first rifle or upgrading your current one, this is a must-read. Let’s get started!
Rifle Barrel Materials Overview
Chrome Moly (Alloy Steels)
Alloy steels are popular for rifle barrels because they are versatile and cost-effective. They can be coated and lined more readily than stainless steel and can be cold hammer forged without cracking. Add
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Jun 11th 2024
Rifle Magazine Variants: Choosing the Right Capacity & Material
We made this quick guide to rifle magazines for all beginner rifle owners wondering what the capacity is right for their shooting activity and how to choose a good magazine that will serve a long time. Let’s get started.
Common Rifle Magazine Capacities
Low-Capacity Magazines (5-10 Rounds)
Low-capacity magazines, holding between five to ten rounds, are often chosen for hunting and target shooting where precision and accuracy matter more than sending a lot of rounds downrange. S
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Jun 3rd 2024
How to Customize & Upgrade Your Shotgun: Top Accessories
So, suppose you are a proud owner of a shotgun that was never touched by an aftermarket accessory. You might be pretty content with its performance, but they say the sky’s the limit when it comes to improvements. Those ‘they’ are pretty insightful, as the potential lurking within your scattergun can be truly realized only with the help of accessories. You might be surprised to learn that there’s a whole world of aftermarket products designed to make your shotgun even better (if you are lookin
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May 29th 2024
Choosing a CCW: 5 Best Concealed Carry 9mm Pistols
The 9mm pistols are compact, lightweight, accurate and perfect for self-defense use. That is why they are the ideal choice for concealed carry. A large number of gun manufacturers produce various types of 9mm guns, and it is very easy to get lost in such variety.
To help you out we have drawn up a list with the best 9mm pistols available on the market nowadays. If the worst day of your life happens, you’d better be ready to encounter it with the best reliable gear. That is why it’s impo
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May 29th 2024