Category: hunting

Sterling SMG is Awesome

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The Sterling SMG

The Sterling submachine gun is a British 9mm SMG that served from the 1950s onward, replacing the Sten. It is known for its reliability in rough conditions.

Key facts

  • Cartridge: 9mm.
  • Service: from the 1950s onward, replacing the Sten.
  • Reputation: reliable in rough conditions.

Legal note

Submachine guns are regulated under the National Firearms Act. Check your local laws on regulated firearms.

Gear

Find 9mm ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, get cleaning supplies at Brownells, and use ShellShock electronic hearing protection at the range.

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Sten MK2 SMG

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The Sten Mk II submachine gun

The British Sten Mk II is a simple, cheaply made 9mm submachine gun produced in huge numbers during World War II. Its stripped-down design made it easy to manufacture and widely supplied to resistance fighters.

Key facts

  • Cartridge: 9mm.
  • Design: stripped down and easy to build.
  • Production: made in huge numbers during WWII.
  • Use: widely supplied to resistance fighters.

Legal note

Submachine guns are regulated under the National Firearms Act. Follow federal and state law.

Gear

Find 9mm ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, get cleaning supplies at Brownells, and use ShellShock hearing protection at the range.

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Ruger American Ranch Gen 2 Is a Huge Letdown (Here’s Why)

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Ruger American Ranch Gen 2: a huge letdown?

I really wanted to like the Ruger American Ranch Gen 2, but after real range time and hands-on testing, this rifle fell short in several key areas. In this video, I break down what went wrong, what Ruger needs to fix, and whether this rifle is worth your money or one to skip entirely. That is my opinion from my own testing, so compare it with other reviews.

How to judge a budget rifle yourself

  • Test before you commit: shoot one if you can.
  • Compare with alternatives: see our other budget rifle tests.
  • Weigh value: price against performance.

Gear

Compare scopes at OpticsPlanet, find ammo at Natchez and True Shot Ammo, and get tools and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Grease Gun Test

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The M3 Grease Gun

The M3 Grease Gun is an American .45 ACP submachine gun adopted in World War II. It was inexpensive to make and earned its nickname because it resembles a mechanic’s grease gun.

Key facts

  • Cartridge: .45 ACP.
  • Adopted: during World War II.
  • Design: inexpensive to manufacture.
  • Nickname: named for its resemblance to a grease gun.

Legal note

Submachine guns are regulated under the National Firearms Act. Follow federal and state law.

Gear

Find .45 ACP ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, get cleaning supplies at Brownells, and use ShellShock hearing protection at the range.

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Klobb VZ Scorpion

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The Czech Vz. 61 Skorpion

The Czech Vz. 61 Skorpion is a compact machine pistol chambered in .32 ACP. It has been used in several major global conflicts since its development in the 1960s, primarily by special forces, insurgent groups and security personnel.

Key facts

  • Cartridge: .32 ACP.
  • Size: very compact for a machine pistol.
  • History: developed in the 1960s and used worldwide.

Legal note

Machine pistols and other regulated firearms fall under the National Firearms Act. Follow federal and state law.

Gear

Find ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, get cleaning supplies at Brownells, and use ShellShock hearing protection at the range.

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Glock 18 Counter-Strike

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The Glock 18

The Glock 18 is the select-fire version of the Glock 17, capable of fully automatic fire. It has appeared in many films and video games, including Counter-Strike.

Key facts

  • Based on the Glock 17: a select-fire variant of the popular 9mm pistol.
  • Fully automatic capability: it can fire full-auto.
  • Pop culture: widely seen in films and video games.

Legal note

Fully automatic firearms are tightly regulated under the National Firearms Act. Follow federal and state law.

Gear

Find 9mm ammo at True Shot Ammo and Natchez, and see our look at the standard Glock 19 for everyday carry. Get holsters and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Don’t Fall For These 3 Overrated Cartridges

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Three overrated rifle cartridges

Some calibers get way more hype than they deserve. In this video, I break down the top 3 most overrated rifle cartridges and explain why better options exist for most shooters. Watch the video above for the full list.

How to pick a cartridge that actually works for you

  • Match the job: pick a cartridge for your game, distance and rifle.
  • Check ammo supply and cost: a great cartridge you cannot find or afford is not a great choice.
  • Consider recoil: a cartridge you can shoot well beats one with more power.
  • Look at the rifle options: available rifles and optics matter.

Gear

Compare ammo at Natchez and True Shot Ammo, choose bullets from Barnes Bullets, and compare scopes at OpticsPlanet.

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Mauser C96 Broomhandle

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Mauser C96 Broomhandle in two world wars

The Mauser C96 “Broomhandle” is a distinctive semi-automatic pistol with an internal box magazine ahead of the trigger. It was used in World War I and World War II and around the world, and its long barrel and wooden holster stock made it iconic.

What made it iconic

  • Magazine ahead of the trigger: a layout unlike most pistols.
  • Long barrel: it gives the C96 its recognizable profile.
  • Wooden holster stock: it turned the pistol into a shoulder-fired carbine.
  • Worldwide use: carried in conflicts across the globe.

Gear

Keep vintage pistols in good shape with supplies from Brownells, and use ShellShock electronic hearing protection at the range. Find 9mm ammo for Red 9 models at True Shot Ammo.

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Ruger American Gen 2 vs Savage Axis Pro Accuracy Test!

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Ruger American Gen 2 vs Savage Axis Pro

In this video, we head to the shooting range to compare the Ruger American Gen 2 and the Savage Axis Pro. We determine which firearm offers better accuracy and overall performance in a detailed gun review of these popular rifles.

How to compare

  • Accuracy: compare groups with the same ammo.
  • Handling and trigger: see how each rifle feels.
  • Value: compare price and features.

Gear

Compare scopes at OpticsPlanet, find ammo at Natchez and True Shot Ammo, and get tools and cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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Savage Axis Pro | Good Or Garbage?

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Savage Axis Pro: good or garbage?

I finally got the Savage Axis Pro, but is it worth the hype? I break down the good, the bad and everything in between, from accuracy to build quality.

What to weigh

  • Accuracy: group size with the same ammo.
  • Build quality: fit and finish at the price.
  • Value: compare it with other budget rifles.

Gear

Compare scopes at OpticsPlanet, find ammo at Natchez and True Shot Ammo, and get cleaning supplies at Brownells.

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