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Ammunition

Avoiding Match Disasters: Understanding and Preventing Squib Loads

Squib Loads: What Every Competitive Shooter Needs to Know In the fast-paced world of competitive shooting, every round counts. Accuracy, timing, and reliability are critical...

Shawn Nelson·Aug 26, 2015·5 min read
Shotgun

There’s No Shame In Using A Pump Shotgun For 3 Gun

Ask around at any 3-Gun match and most folks will tell you that you’re wasting your time with starting out on a pump shotgun in...

Shawn Nelson·Feb 25, 2015·6 min read

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