ACP is a term that you’ve likely seen placed next to calibers (such as ‘.45 ACP’).So what does ‘ACP’ mean and why is it a big deal? Those who are new to the world of guns and ammo may understandably want an answer to this question, and if you’re one of those people, you’re reading…
What is ‘ball ammunition’? And how does it compare to all the other types of ammunition out there, including FMJ or JHP ammunition, for instance? For someone who is new to guns and ammunition in general, all of these terms may be confusing. Hopefully it will soon become a lot less so. This article discusses…
What caliber is the 7.65mm? This is a simple question with a somewhat complex answer. The reason is because there are more calibers than one that have been referred to as the 7.65mm in the past and present. The most common cartridge that is referred to as the 7.65mm is the .32 ACP, also known as…
In the face of a seemingly endless amount of new rifle calibers being released into the market, each claiming to be the new, the old and venerable .30-06 may seem, well,…old and venerable. What is .30-06 caliber? .30-06 caliber is a type of ammunition used primarily for hunting and military applications. The caliber refers to…
There’s an old saying that nothing lasts forever, and that’s true with ammo. Even though ammunition can last for years or even decades when properly stored, once it’s gone bad, it’s irreversible. Here are 3 ways for how to tell if ammo is bad: If you’re a gun owner, you know that bad ammo can…
Ammunition is an investment. And just like any investment, you need to take steps to protect it. The good news is that there are many strategies you can use to make sure that your ammo lasts for as long as possible. One of these strategies is vacuum sealing. So, can you vacuum seal ammunition? Vacuum…
Contrary to what many people think, ammunition doesn’t have an indefinite shelf life. It also doesn’t take much for it to go bad to the point that it simply becomes unsafe to shoot. I learned this lesson the hard way. Let me tell you a story… A Personal Story The year was 2015, and I…
The M1 Garand is one of the most iconic rifles from the Second World War. At its time, it was the most advanced standard infantry rifle fielded in battle. Today, it’s one of the most sought after military rifles on the surplus market. Owning a ‘Garand’ today comes with a degree of prestige that you…
Every few years, dozens of calibers come and go, but not usually those from ammo makers tied into military contracts. Today’s article titled the 300 Blackout vs 458 Socom will present a story about cartridges with similar soldierlike backgrounds but somewhat different purposes. The main difference between 300 Blackout and 458 Socom is caliber size:…
First toilet paper, then gasoline, now bullets?! You might be wondering why is there an ammo shortage right now, but for many gun owners across America, it has been a reality for over a year now. With the world slowly returning to normal, gun owners are on a hunt—there is an ammunition shortage that has…
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