Gun Culture
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Top 10 Must-Have Hunting Gear for Firearm Enthusiasts
This guide details essential gear that enhances your firearm’s performance and ensures a safe, successful hunt. IntroductionYour firearm is the cornerstone of your hunting experience, but the right complementary gear can significantly improve accuracy, reliability, and safety. Whether you’re venturing into rugged terrain or familiar grounds, investing in high-quality accessories—from scopes to survival kits—ensures that…
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Yuri Orlov from Lord of War movie in real life: Viktor Bout
The Real-Life Yuri Orlov: The Story of Viktor Bout The character Yuri Orlov, played by Nicolas Cage in the movie Lord of War, showed people a dangerous world of illegal arms dealing. While Yuri is fictional, his story was inspired by a real person: Viktor Bout. Known as the “Merchant of Death,” Bout’s life was…
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Gun Cleaning & Maintenance, Gun Culture, Gun Laws & Regulations, Gun Safety, Gun Training, Guns, Hunting, Self Defense, SurvivalBeginner’s Guide to Firearm Ownership
New to firearm ownership? Follow a practical first-gun workflow covering laws, safety, storage, training, gear, range practice, and maintenance.
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1901 Carl Gustafs M96 Swedish Mauser Rifle
Exploring the Legacy and Masterful Engineering of the 1901 Carl Gustafs M96 Swedish Mauser. The 1901 Carl Gustafs M96 Swedish Mauser is more than a historical firearm; it’s a masterpiece of engineering that exemplifies Sweden’s dedication to precision and quality at the turn of the 20th century. Celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable accuracy, and…
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John Wick Guns
John Wick Guns are iconic weapons easily recognizable by fans of the John Wick movie franchise. Some of the most popular gun movies of all time, these films earn the respect of gun enthusiasts through realism and honoring the disciplines involved in skilled gun handling and combat. Also, it’s just fun to eat popcorn while…
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Update: Welcome new editor Jason Durham
I’m excited to announce that Jason Durham is joining TheRealGunGuys.com as an Editor for Military, Security, and Medical topics. With an impressive background in military operations, emergency management, and paramedicine, Jason brings a wealth of experience and insight that perfectly aligns with the type of content we aim to deliver to our readers. I’ve known…
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Gun Cleaning & Maintenance, Gun Collecting, Gun Culture, Gun History, Gun Training, Hunting, Shooting SportsChris Litton joins editing team at The Real Gun Guys
We are thrilled to welcome Chris Litton to TheRealGunGuys.com team as an Editor. Even though his mission and focus is Firearms Safety and Training for youth, Chris also has deep knowledge of Gun History, Gun Collecting, Gun Maintenance, Ammo Reloading, Hunting, and more. He’s an expert hunter, deer meat processor, beekeeper, and a heck of…
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The Legend of John Steele, American Paratrooper
Table of Contents The Skies Above Normandy Falling into Darkness Hangman Dead. Captured. Escaped. Immortal Legacy of Courage The Skies Above Normandy Under the cloak of night, the skies above Normandy throbbed with the hum of aircraft, each one pregnant with the promise of liberation and fraught with the peril of war. Among the brave…
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The Top 10 Firearms Innovations That Changed History
The history of firearms is a testament to human ingenuity, with each innovation marking a leap forward in military, law enforcement, and recreational shooting. From the invention of gunpowder to the development of smart guns, these advancements have not only redefined the capabilities of firearms but have also had profound impacts on society and warfare.…
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Best Guns for Women
Double Down on Defense: Why Every Woman Needs Two Guns Ladies, let’s cut to the chase. You are your first line of defense to prevent crime against yourself and those you love. Even if you call the police it will usually take them from 5 to 10 minutes to get to you, according to the…
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Best personal defense ammo for Glock 45 Gen 5 9mm pistol
I recently tested several different types of 9mm personal defense ammo at the gun range to see how my trusty pistol, the Glock 45 Gen 5, would handle them. If you’re looking for the best Glock 45 bullets to run in your weapon, remember that this is simply my personal opinion based on my experience…
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Dueling Tree Handgun Competition
Handgun dueling tree competitions are some of the most fun I’ve ever had at a gun range. I lost my first Handgun Dueling Tree competition just the other day, as you can see in the video. I started off in the lead, but lost focus at the end and couldn’t stay consistent. It was a…
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Competitive Shooting Guide: Types, Gear & First Match
Competitive shooting is organized target shooting where competitors are scored on accuracy, speed, consistency, or a mix of all three. This guide is for beginners who want to understand the main shooting sports, choose a starting path, bring the right gear, and show up to a first match safely. The best first step is not…
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Shotguns: History, Types, Gauges, Ammo, and Uses
Learn shotgun history, action types, gauges, shells, recoil, fit, safety, and use cases for hunting, clays, training, or defense.
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The Gun Industry
An Inside Look at the Business of Firearms The gun industry involves the production, distribution, and sale of firearms and related products. It’s a complex and multifaceted industry. According to the NSSF’s 2022 Firearm and Ammunition Industry Economic Impact Report, the firearms industry creates 375,819 jobs, pays $21.3 billion in wages, and created an overall…
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Fallout 4 Tactical Gun Mods
In this article I will be telling you about some of the best tactical gun mods for the video game Fallout 4 that are available on Nexus Mods, as well as your gaming console. I’ve played Fallout 4 about 5 years. I’ve tested lots of different gun mods for hours each to find the best…
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How to Stop Gun Violence
When tragedy strikes across the national news it’s usually because someone has carelessly or intentionally mishandled firearms and hurt themselves or others. Even though there are well documented rules for safely handling guns, let’s talk about the worst cast scenario: Violent gun crimes. If someone makes the choice to commit a crime, no amount of…
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Best 30-06 Rifles (Tested & Reviewed)
The best 30-06 rifles are accurate, powerful, reliable, and fit your budget. Hunting rifles chambered in .30-06 caliber are as plentiful as ever, and there are many great models out there that make full use of its versatility and power. Table of Contents Best .30-06 rifle overall for the price. Best low budget .30-06 rifle.…
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Best Hunting Rifles I’ve Ever Owned (Top 3 rifle reviews)
Some hunters inherit their favorite hunting rifle, and others go out and buy multiple guns in the search to find the perfect firearm. For me, I’ve had a little bit of both. While not every gun is a winner, there are some hunting rifles that just seem to fit great in the hand and perform…
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Best Pellet Pistols
Buying Guide & Top 10 Pistols Reviewed Pellet pistols are a popular choice for target shooting and small game hunting. But with so many options on the market, it can be tough to find the best one for your needs. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best pellet pistols currently available. Before we…