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The Second Amendment Beyond America’s Borders
Normally, one of the first things a conquering nation does to the conquered is to take away their right to bear arms. When the British conquered India, for example, they... -
Revolvers vs Striker-Fired vs Hammer Fired
To many American families a handgun is “the family gun.” Indeed, the handgun is the most popular firearm type for home defense and everyday carry since it offers convenience, versatility,... -
MLOK vs. KeyMod
The M-1918 Mil-Std rail had enjoyed a monopoly on firearms mounting solutions until the KeyMod and MLOK accessory interface systems came around in the early 2010s. Both of these systems... -
The Best Self Defense Pistol for You
If you’re expecting to read about the ultimate end-all be-all self defense pistol, you can stop reading now. However, if you understand that the perfect self-defense weapon comes in different... -
Why Use a Laser with a Scope?
You’ve heard it before: snipers with lasers are dumb. If you haven’t, here’s why: the purpose of a sniper is to remain undetected while killing targets at long ranges. If... -
Malfunction Drills for your Pistol
Treat every malfunction as if it’s a life-or-death situation, because one day, it might be. The real world doesn’t give you opportunities to slowly and calmly remove your magazine and... -
How Army Snipers Zero their Rifles
From the Kentucky and Pennsylvanian riflemen of the Revolutionary War to Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, the reputation of the American marksman has been solidified in the eyes of the public... -
A History of Laser Sights
Laser sights, when compared to other modern battlefield innovations like night vision and thermal, have a much more recent service history, both with the military and the public. The very... -
Why is the AR-15 not an assault rifle?
No self-respecting gun owner would ever call his AR-15 an assault rifle, but many who’ve never done their research think the “AR” in “AR-15” stands for “Assault Rifle.” In reality,... -
Upgrading Your AR-15 Handguards to a Rail System
By Firefield America’s most popular modern sporting rifle, the AR-15, has advanced greatly over the past decade. The era of basic plastic handguards is over. Upgrading your AR-15 handguards to a... -
What is the most versatile and economic Firefield riflescope?
First-time shooters, seasonal marksmen and dedicated gun enthusiasts all need the same thing: a reliable riflescope for any occasion. Whether you're a competitive 3-gunner, a medium-range recreational shooter, novice hunter, or simply engaging in self-defense, you don't want any doubts when it comes time to pull the trigger. -
Should I Use Frangible Ammo for Self-Defense?
Is Frangible Ammo viable for self-defense? I remember when G2 Research released its R.I.P. (Radically Invasive Projectile) in 2014. To date, the introduction video of the round has had well...
