5.56 vs .223: What's the Actual Difference?

This question shows up at gun counters more than just about anything else. Someone grabs a box of ammo, notices it says .223 Remington, but their barrel is marked 5.56 NATO, and suddenly they are wondering if they made a mistake. I have watched this exact scenario play out dozens of times, and ho...

By Sam.S

POTD: Eject, Survive, Stay Silent - The S&W Model 41

Specialized equipment often reflects very specific mission requirements, and few examples are as niche as the modified Smith & Wesson Model 41 pistols issued for the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird pilot survival kits.

By Eric B

LAPD: Homeowner and Hooded Suspects Exchange Fire During 2 A.M. Camaro Theft Attempt

WOODLAND HILLS, CA — An attempted car theft turned into a shootout early Friday morning when a homeowner exchanged gunfire with two suspects trying to steal his Chevrolet Camaro, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers responded to the 5500 block of Fallbrook Avenue around 2 a....

By Luke McCoy

[NRAAM 2026] 2 New CRKT Knives – CRKT Sero & CRKT Counterpart

Columbia River Knife and Tool has brought out a couple of new folding EDC  knives to NRAAM 2026, with the new CRKT Sero and CRKT Counterpart. These are compact and subtle knife options designed to be ideal EDC blades for anyone looking for a practical but stylish knife option in their kit. NRAAM...

By Eugene L.

Springfield Armory Kuna 9mm w/ Brace — $1,199 w/ Free Shipping

Bereli currently has the Springfield Armory Kuna 9mm Pistol with Strike Industries FSA Folding Brace on sale for $1,199 with free shipping. With its roller-delayed operating system, threaded 6-inch barrel, folding brace, and two included 30-round magazines.

By AmmoLand Editor Duncan Johnson

[NRAAM 2026] FN Pureview – First Holographic Pistol Dot

FN America is changing things up in the pistol dot world at NRAAM 2026 with the new FN Pureview, the first holographic pistol dot to hit the market. This is a fully enclosed holographic dot that uses FN’s proprietary ImageGuide technology to create the holographic projection on a single fla...

By Eugene L.

Stuff I like – Bamboo Hoodie from Safariland

Offered in Black and Tigerstripe the Hoodie is made from a moisture-wicking and breathable blend (46% Bamboo, 46% Polyester, 8% Spandex). It features a chest patch pocket and thumb holes at the cuff. It’s quite comfy. Available in sizes Small – 2XLarge. safariland.com/collections/t-sh...

By Eric G

First Look: 1911 Garrison Target

To say that no other handgun has been as celebrated, discussed, coveted and produced as much as the Model 1911 by gun designer John Browning is an understatement. Long past the century-old mark, this ubiquitous firearm design shows no sign of fading in popularity or practical use. Sprin...

By Justin Opinion
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