Where are some good places to buy reloading supplies? There are many places where you can buy ammunition reloading supplies and tools both online and in physical stores. For a full equipment list, see our guide on what you need to buy to get started in reloading. Tools (but not other supplies) are even available...
The .50-90 Cartridge: American Power & Tradition
The .50-90 Sharps is more than just a relic of the Old West—it is a testament to a time when cartridges were built for survival, sustenance, and frontier warfare. With a rich history, modern-day relevance, and a dedicated following, it remains one of the most well-known black powder cartridges of all time. Whether used for...
The Muskets of the American Civil War
The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was a significant milestone in the history of warfare, not just for the scale of the conflict and the political consequences, but also for the evolution of weaponry used, specifically the muskets, which were the weapons in common use at the starting point. By the time...
The U.S. Model 1795: America's First Military Musket
The U.S. Model 1795 Musket holds a pivotal place in American military history as the first standard-issue musket produced within the United States. Designed in response to the nation’s pressing need for a domestically manufactured, standardized firearm, the Model 1795 marked the beginning of America’s independent firearms industry. Inspired by the French Charleville Model 1763/66,...