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Competition fosters excellence, discipline, and camaraderie among shooters of all levels. It’s not just about accuracy or speed—it’s a journey of personal growth, skill development, and building lasting friendships.
Action Gunner began as a way to share my own journey and support others in theirs. This platform exists to introduce newcomers to competitive shooting, encourage individual competitors, and promote the shooting sports community as a whole.
Whether you’re just starting to explore competition shooting or working to refine your skills, my hope is that this website and its articles serve as a practical and valuable resource for your journey.
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New Products at SHOT Show 2025: Highlights for Competitive Shooters
NSSF SHOT Show 2025, the gun industry’s largest annual trade show, kicks off on January 21st in Las Vegas. Spanning the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum, this event hosts over 2,700 exhibitors across 800,000 square feet, offering a staggering array of innovations for hunters, shooters, and competitive marksmen. Among these, the official Product Planner offers a sneak peek at 340 new-for-2025 products. Below, we’ve selected some standout items tailored for the competitive shooting community that
Best Caliber for Starting PRS – Avoiding Paralysis by Analysis
Choosing Your Precision Rifle Ammunition: Factory vs. Reload Do you want the easy off the shelf answer or do you already reload? This is really the question toanswer before we get into any of the other minutia. The fact is that any of the common calibers inprecision rifle have and will continue to win matches. Starting out, that’s not the goal. The goal is toenjoy the sport, learn and improve. The Factory Ammo Route: 6.5
The Rule of 180: Safety in Competition Shooting
Among the many safety rules in competition shooting, the 180 degree rule is a critical guideline designed to maintain a safe environment for shooters, spectators, and range officials. This article covers the importance of the Rule of 180, its implications in various shooting sports, and how competitors can internalize and abide by this rule to ensure safety and success in competition. Understanding the Rule of 180 The Rule of 180 is a fundamental safety principle
How Many Grains in a Pound of Gunpowder?
Powder Calculator Powder Calculator Enter your charge weight and tub size to approximate how many rounds you’ll get from a tub of powder. Charge Weight (grains) 24 Powder Tub Size (lbs) 18 Approximate Round Yield: Calculate If you are human, leave this field blank. If you’re a reloader, understanding basic measurements like how many grains are in a pound of gunpowder will help you determine how many rounds you can expect out of purchased components.
SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: Double-Stack 1911 Pistols
SHOT Show 2025 delivered a fresh wave of double-stack 1911 pistols, expanding options for competitors, duty users, and enthusiasts alike.
New Products at SHOT Show 2025: Highlights for Competitive Shooters
NSSF SHOT Show 2025, the gun industry’s largest annual trade show, kicks off on January 21st in Las Vegas. Spanning
Best Caliber for Starting PRS – Avoiding Paralysis by Analysis
Choosing Your Precision Rifle Ammunition: Factory vs. Reload Do you want the easy off the shelf answer or do you
