The differences between the Glock 17 and Glock 19 are subtle but the two 9mm pistols certainly bring a different design philosophy to the user. Each Glock is engineered around specific strengths that play to its respective purpose. With that in mind, we dive into the debate over which gun is better for which kind… Continue reading Firearm Faceoff: Glock 17 vs 19
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Firearm Faceoff: Magazine vs. Clip
Magazine vs. Clip: how do they stack up? Have you ever been to the gun range and heard someone say that they’ll “load a clip” into their AR-15 or “put a clip” in their hunting rifle while scanning for deer? In both cases, the terminology is wrong – what they’re actually loading is a magazine.… Continue reading Firearm Faceoff: Magazine vs. Clip
Firearm Faceoff: PMAG Gen 2 vs Gen 3
Guide to Everything AR Magpul has been behind some of the most reliable firearm products in the world for over a decade. Their polymer PMAG magazines have seen use and abuse in nearly every environment on Earth, and will continue to do so for a while given the green light from Uncle Sam and militaries… Continue reading Firearm Faceoff: PMAG Gen 2 vs Gen 3
Firearm Faceoff: M-LOK vs. KeyMod
How do M-Lok and KeyMod stack up? One of the most exciting ways for gun owners to enhance and extend the functionality of their rifle is with attachments. Optics, bipods, and grips all make for a more entertaining and useful firearm, but you need the real estate on your upper receiver to mount them. There’s… Continue reading Firearm Faceoff: M-LOK vs. KeyMod
Firearm Faceoff: Mossberg 500 vs. Remington 870
When it comes to modern pump-action shotguns, two models immediately stand atop the heap– the Mossberg 500 and Remington 870, each accounting for tens of millions produced. We wade into the murky waters of which is the better gun by stacking them side-by-side.
Firearm Faceoff: AR-15 vs. M4
Guide to Everything AR Both the AR-15 and the M4 are based on the Armalite Rifle design from Eugene Stoner in the 1950s. These rifles have, in their respective roles, served the United States well since the Vietnam War. In service arenas, they are both select-fire, automatic combat rifles capable of fully automatic fire, but… Continue reading Firearm Faceoff: AR-15 vs. M4
Firearm Faceoff: MRAD vs. MOA
Gun Basics Accuracy at long-range requires a significant degree of precision, which is why it’s critical to pair a precision rifle with a quality rifle scope to put your rounds where you want them. When it comes to high magnification scopes there are two primary systems of measuring shot placement – the MRAD & MOA… Continue reading Firearm Faceoff: MRAD vs. MOA