The .300 Blackout (also known as .300 BLK or 7.62×35mm) is a modern rifle cartridge engineered for exceptional performance in short-barreled and suppressed firearms. Designed to offer the power of a .30-caliber round while maintaining compatibility with the AR-15 platform, the .300 BLK has become one of the most versatile cartridges available today. Whether for...
The .45-75 Winchester Cartridge: The Lever-Action Powerhouse of the Old West
The .45-75 Winchester is one of the most fascinating and historically significant cartridges of the late 19th century. Designed to bridge the gap between the lighter pistol-caliber rounds of earlier lever actions and the more powerful government-issue single-shot rifle cartridges, the .45-75 was developed specifically for the Winchester Model 1876. This bottlenecked, black powder round...
Introduction to the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC)
The world of competitive shooting is vast, but few disciplines match the sheer excitement, technical mastery, and real-world applicability of International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) events. IPSC is a global phenomenon that blends speed, accuracy, and power into a high-octane shooting competition, where competitors must balance fast execution with pinpoint marksmanship. This dynamic sport is...
The Legacy of H&R Arms: A Deep Dive into America’s Affordable Firearm Innovator
Few names in the American firearms industry evoke the same sense of nostalgia and practical reliability as Harrington & Richardson (H&R). Founded in 1871, this legendary firearms manufacturer became synonymous with affordability, innovation, and rugged design. Throughout its history, H&R produced some of the most widely used civilian and military firearms, carving out a lasting...