Smith & Wesson launched the .38 Special centerfire cartridge in 1898 as an alternative to the .38 Long Colt. The military issued the Long Colt as a standard service cartridge but complained about its lack of stopping power. The .38 Special ammo remedied the problem. Since its introduction, police and federal agents up until 1990s […]
Federal Premium Ammunition
comapn Charles L. Horn opened the doors of Federal Cartridge Corporation on April 27, 1922. The company, located in Anoka, Minnesota, had been shut down during World War I. Horn reopened its doors and turned the company into a multi-million dollar company. History Horn used a smart approach to making sure Federal would succeed. He […]
Hornady Ammo: Accurate, Deadly, Dependable
Joyce Hornady, son of a pastor, was named after Bishop Joyce, a prominent Methodist bishop, well-known in parishes throughout Colorado and western Nebraska. Born in 1907, Hornady learned early on to accept responsibility when his father died of an abscessed tooth. Young Joyce helped to take care of the family on his father’s small pension. […]
The Iconic .45 ACP Ammo: Self-Defense & Range Training With the 45
The .45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) is one of the most iconic and sought after handguns in history. You should do your homework before shooting, however, to ensure that you are using the right round for the right job. Seasoned shooters have strong opinions about which is the “right ammunition.” That debate has been going […]
The Legendary .357 Magnum
In 1934, the team of Philip B. Sharpe, Elmer Keith, and D. B. Wesson of Smith & Wesson developed .357 Magnum ammo to compete with Colt’s .38 Super Automatic. The round was based on S&W’s .38 Special. At the time, the .38 Super Automatic was the only cartridge on the American market touting a muzzle velocity above 1,000 […]
How to Buy a 9mm Pistol
In 1902, Austrian weapons designer Georg Luger changed the world of munitions when he introduced the Pistole Parabellum (AKA the Luger) and the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge. The 9x19mm Parabellum, commonly referred to as 9mm, was designed as a service round. The weapon was revolutionary due to its compact size, accuracy, and its ability to hold […]
A Warrior Mindset Shows Strength
The Warrior Mindset has been a hot topic of conversation for many years. How can a person conquer fear and consequence to rise to the top? Can you develop a warrior mindset if you are not regularly engaged in battle? Is a warrior mindset related only to warfare? Living Life as a Warrior The warrior […]
Ghost Guns Rise in Popularity
What is a Ghost Gun? Ghost guns do not have serial numbers and are untraceable. Gunsmiths use metal, 3D-printed plastic, or other substances. Police claim criminals are using ghost guns more than ever, particularly in states like California where they are restricted. Who Uses Ghost Guns? People using ghost guns include gun enthusiasts, hobbyists, gunsmiths, […]
What is a Militarized Police Force?
The militarization of police relates to the use of military equipment and tactics by law enforcement officers. The equipment may include assault rifles, armored vehicles, submachine guns, flashbang grenades, sniper rifles, tear gas, and items from the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) weapons list. Police militarization uses information gathering techniques used by intelligence agencies. Law […]
The Rise and Fall of the 10mm Cartridge
In 1983, 10mm ammo was introduced by Lieutenant Colonel John Dean “Jeff” Cooper. Cooper is a firearms experts that has worked with high-level organizations including the FBI, Norma, and Smith & Wesson. His intention was to replace the .45 ACP with a more powerful round. Cooper joined Whit Collins, John Adams, and Irving Stone, cut […]