Steel vs Aluminum vs Brass Cases: Cost vs Performance
Steel vs aluminum vs brass ammo cases compared — reliability, cost, reloadability, and range rules to pick the right practice ammo.
Guides and tips on buying cheap ammo and understanding calibers.
Steel vs aluminum vs brass ammo cases compared — reliability, cost, reloadability, and range rules to pick the right practice ammo.
The best ammo for a 9mm PCC — why carbines like heavier bullets, reliable picks, and how a longer barrel changes performance.
How to read an ammo box — caliber, grain, bullet type, velocity, round count, and pressure markings decoded for new shooters.
Bullet drop explained — why bullets fall, how zero distance works, and how velocity and BC change your trajectory.
The best 7.62x54R ammo for a Mosin-Nagant — cheap surplus for plinking, brass-cased for cleaner shooting, and soft points for hunting.
Shotgun chokes explained — cylinder to full, how choke tightens patterns, and which choke to use for defense, birds, and turkey.
Rifle twist rate explained — what 1:7 vs 1:9 means, how it pairs with bullet weight, and why it affects accuracy.
The best 5.7x28mm ammo — defensive and range loads for the high-velocity PDW round, plus what makes it unique.
A guide to military surplus ammo — common surplus calibers, corrosive primers, value, and what to check before you buy.
The best ammo for short-barreled AR pistols and SBRs — bullets that perform from short barrels in 5.56 and .300 Blackout.
The best home-defense shotgun ammo — why reduced-recoil 00 buckshot wins, gauge and load choices, and patterning for your home.
.357 SIG vs .40 S&W compared — velocity, recoil, capacity, and cost — to decide if the high-velocity bottleneck round is worth it.
.300 WSM vs .300 Win Mag compared — performance parity, action length, efficiency, and ammo availability for elk and long range.
.45-70 Government vs .444 Marlin compared — recoil, trajectory, bullet selection, and which big-bore lever cartridge is right for you.
The best value ammo by caliber — where to find reliable, cheap rounds for 9mm, 5.56, .22LR and more, and how to judge cost per round.
Subsonic vs supersonic ammo explained — the sound barrier, why subsonic is quieter (especially suppressed), and the trade-offs.
The best 9mm ammo for a Glock 43 or 43X — reliable defensive hollow points for a micro-compact and soft-shooting practice loads.
Ammo headstamps explained — what the markings on a cartridge base mean, how to identify caliber and maker, and spotting military vs commercial.
Lead vs FMJ vs TMJ ammo explained — exposed lead, jacketed, and totally enclosed bullets, plus which is best for indoor ranges.
Ballistic coefficient explained — what BC measures, why high-BC bullets buck wind and drop less, and when it actually matters.
MOA (minute of angle) explained for shooters — what it means, the inch-per-100-yards rule, and how to use it to sight in and judge accuracy.
Boxer vs Berdan primers explained — how to tell them apart, why Boxer brass is reloadable, and which ammo uses each.
The best .30-30 Winchester ammo for deer — flat-nose and polymer-tip lever-gun loads, plus range tips for the classic woods cartridge.
The best ammo for steel targets — why you need plain lead/jacketed (not steel-core or M855), safe distances, and budget picks.
The best turkey hunting ammo — lead, TSS, and tungsten loads by gauge and shot size, plus how to pattern your shotgun for a clean kill.
The best .22 LR ammo for a Ruger 10/22 — reliable high-velocity loads for plinking and accurate options for tighter groups.
.38 Special vs 9mm compared — capacity, recoil, reloading speed, and cost — to choose between a revolver and a semi-auto for defense.
.30-06 vs .300 Win Mag compared — energy, recoil, range, and cost to decide whether the magnum's extra power is worth it.
7mm-08 vs .308 Winchester compared — recoil, trajectory, bullet selection, and which short-action cartridge is better for deer and elk.
.243 Win vs 6.5 Creedmoor compared — recoil, range, bullet weight, and which is the better deer and dual-purpose cartridge.
Range ammo vs carry ammo explained — why you practice with FMJ but carry JHP, how to match them, and how much of each to buy.
Why ammo prices rise — demand, raw materials, politics, and supply shocks — plus practical ways to pay less per round right now.
Reloading vs buying ammo — the real cost savings, break-even point, time investment, and which calibers are worth handloading.
Shotgun ammo explained — birdshot vs buckshot vs slugs, shot sizes, shell length, and which load to use for birds, defense, and deer.
How much ammo to stockpile — practical per-caliber targets for training, defense, and hunting, plus rotation and storage tips.
A plain-English overview of ammo shipping laws by state — which states restrict online ammo, require an FFL/dealer, or have ID/permit rules.
How to fly with ammunition — TSA and airline rules for packing ammo in checked baggage, quantity limits, and what's prohibited.
The best cheap range ammo for high-volume target practice — reliable bulk FMJ picks in 9mm, 5.56, .22LR and more, and how to buy for less.
The best coyote hunting ammo — fast, frangible varmint loads in .223/5.56, .22-250, .243 and more for clean kills and pelt care.
The best .45 ACP ammo for a 1911 — reliable defensive hollow points, accurate range FMJ, and feeding tips for the classic platform.
The best bear defense ammo — hard-cast and deep-penetrating loads in 10mm, .44 Mag, .45 Colt and more for the backcountry.
5.56 vs 7.62x39 for an AR-15 build — reliability, ballistics, magazines, and cost — to decide which caliber AR is right for you.
.350 Legend vs .450 Bushmaster compared — recoil, range, deer effectiveness, and which straight-wall AR cartridge to choose.
.300 Win Mag vs 7mm Rem Mag compared — trajectory, recoil, bullet selection, and which magnum is better for elk and long-range hunting.
.45 ACP vs .45 Colt compared — semi-auto vs revolver, power, recoil, and which .45 is right for defense, cowboy action, or hunting.
10mm Auto vs .45 ACP compared — velocity and energy, recoil, capacity, and which is better for hunting, bear defense, and carry.
How your ammo choice — steel vs brass, corrosive surplus, lead vs jacketed — affects gun cleaning, and simple habits to keep your firearm running.
Match-grade ammo explained — what makes it more accurate, when it's worth the extra cost, and when standard ammo is fine.
Does ammo go bad? How long ammunition lasts, what actually degrades it, and how to store it so it stays reliable for decades.
Rimfire vs centerfire explained — how each primer works, why centerfire is reloadable, and which calibers are which.
+P and +P+ ammo explained — what the pressure rating means, whether it's safe in your gun, and when the extra power is worth it.
The best subsonic ammo for suppressed shooting — quiet .22 LR, 9mm, .300 Blackout and more, plus why subsonic matters for cans.
The best low-recoil ammo by caliber — reduced-recoil loads and lighter options for new shooters, smaller frames, and comfortable practice.
The best hog hunting ammo and calibers — tough, deep-penetrating bullets in 5.56, .300 BLK, 7.62x39, .308 and more for wild pigs.
The best 7.62x39 ammo for an AK-47 — reliable bulk steel-case for range, brass for cleaner shooting, and hunting soft points.
The best 9mm ammo for a Glock 19 — reliable defensive hollow points and cheap range FMJ — plus how to test it and buy for less.
.308 Winchester vs .270 Winchester for hunting — trajectory, recoil, bullet selection, and which is the better all-around big-game round.
12 gauge vs 20 gauge compared for home defense, hunting, and clays — recoil, payload, versatility, and ammo cost.
.22 LR vs .22 WMR (Magnum) compared on power, range, cost, and use case — plinking and small game versus more reach and energy.
.300 Blackout vs 5.56 NATO compared — subsonic/suppressor use, short barrels, range, and cost — to choose the right AR-15 chambering.
.357 Magnum vs .38 Special explained — why you can shoot .38 in a .357 revolver, power and recoil differences, and which to buy.
.40 S&W vs 9mm compared on recoil, capacity, terminal performance, and cost per round — and why so many agencies went back to 9mm.
7.62x39 vs 5.56 NATO compared on ballistics, penetration, cost, and use case — which rifle round is right for you.
115 vs 124 vs 147 grain 9mm compared: recoil, velocity, and which to use for practice, carry, and suppressed shooting.
How many rounds come in a box of ammo by caliber — typical box and case counts for 9mm, 5.56, .22LR, shotgun, and more.
Is buying ammo online legal? A plain-English overview of federal rules, state restrictions, and how online ammo delivery works.
Brass vs steel vs aluminum ammo cases compared on reliability, cost, reloadability, and range rules — and which to buy.
How to store ammunition properly — temperature, humidity, containers, and shelf life — so your ammo stays reliable for decades.
A practical guide to buying ammo in bulk: when bulk pays off, shipping math, storage, and how to time your purchase for the lowest cost.
How much ammo costs in 2026 by caliber — typical cost per round for 9mm, 5.56, .22LR and more, and how to pay less per round.
FMJ vs JHP ammo explained: how each bullet works, why JHP is for defense and FMJ for practice, and how to save money buying both.
Grain weight in ammo explained simply: what gr means, how bullet weight affects recoil and trajectory, and which grain to choose.
The best bulk 5.56 ammo for high-volume shooting — what to look for in case-quantity FMJ and how to time your purchase for the lowest price.
The best .22LR ammo for plinking: reliable, accurate, affordable rimfire picks, plus high-velocity vs standard and how to buy in bulk.
The best deer hunting ammo and calibers — from .243 to .30-06 — plus how to pick the right bullet and find it in stock for less.
How to choose the best concealed carry ammo: caliber, hollow points, reliability testing, and buying practice ammo affordably.
The best home-defense ammo by firearm type — handgun JHP, 12 gauge buckshot, and AR-15 loads — with over-penetration and reliability tips.
The best AR-15 ammo for every job: cheap bulk practice loads, defensive rounds, and hunting bullets — plus how to buy 5.56/.223 for less.
The best 9mm self-defense ammo: what to look for in a defensive hollow point, recommended grain weights, and how to buy it for less.
.308 Winchester vs .30-06 Springfield compared for hunting: ballistics, recoil, rifle action length, and ammo cost.
.380 vs 9mm for concealed carry: stopping power, recoil, pistol size, and cost per round compared to help you choose.
6.5 Creedmoor vs .308 compared for hunting and long range: recoil, ballistics, barrel life, availability, and cost per round.
5.56 vs .223 explained: chamber pressure differences, which is safe in your rifle, ballistics, and cost per round for AR-15 owners.
9mm vs .45 ACP compared on stopping power, recoil, capacity, and cost per round — plus which is cheaper to shoot and better for self-defense.
In this post we discuss some of the best places to find cheap (but good) 9mm ammo
Here we discuss the pros and cons of different casing materials and why we believe brass is superior
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