Sniper Rifles: Military vs. Law Enforcement, Optics & Capabilities

QuestionDear GCH, Greetings sir.  I have some questions on sniper rifles. (1) What makes a rifle qualify as a sniper rifle for police or military? &

Researching Firearms for Fiction: Semi-Automatic Pistol Recommendations

QuestionIm a freelance writer working on my second mystery. This one involves a handgun, and I need some help. Heres what Im looking for: a pistol, maybe a

Remington 700 vs. L1A1: Safety Concerns & Reliability

QuestionDear GCH, Greetings sir!  I had a bunch of questions regarding the Remington 700 (.308) and the L1A1 (FN FAL variant) I was wondering if I co

Best Rifle Scopes for Target Shooting Beyond 100 Yards | Expert Advice

QuestionHi Rod: Wrote to you before regarding choice of rifle for target shooting. Thanks for the advice. Within budget got a Remington 700 bolt action .24

Revolvers vs. Auto Pistols: Reliability & Durability Concerns

QuestionI know a whole lot about auto pistols, but very little about revolvers. I know that my Glock will hold more rounds, is very reliable and you cant h

How Long Do Bullets Last? Storage & Shelf Life Guide

QuestionRon,I have some 38 cal. bullets,that I have had for years. My question is, how long can you keep bullets,befor they go bad? Thank You AnswerJames,

California Rifle Laws: Can You Buy a Second Rifle Quickly?

QuestionHi Kyle: I just purchased a rifle a week ago here in Calif. I know you live in Michigan but I was wondering if there is any problem with buying ano

Beginner's Guide to Air Pistol Shooting: Stance, Grip & Aim

QuestionMy housemate recently purchased an air pistol (Umarex Reck Police) and we have been competing ever since! I dont know anything about target shootin

Firearm Safety & Shooting Techniques: Best Practices for Handguns

QuestionI have been into shooting all types of firearms since early childhood, introduced through a family friend. In all those years ( and a 6 year stint

Glock .357 SIG vs. .38 Special: Can You Interchange Ammunition?

Questioni know that with a .357 revolver you can still use .38 but can you do the same with a Glock .357??? AnswerBrian, In a stunning upset in the indus

Understanding Rifle Calibers: .22/250 & .17 HMR Explained

QuestionHi Rod: Contacted you before. Ive purchased a Remington 700 .243 bolt action rifle. I just shot it for the first time and love it. But this caliber

Identifying Antique Handguns: Authentication & Resources

QuestionHi, I have acquired an old looking handgun from an antique shop, it is a replica gun. The owner sold it to me for 50CAD I would like to ask if you

Understanding "Lock & Load": History and Meaning

QuestionDave-Exactly what does lock & load mean.  If I place a magazine in my pistol is that lock?  If I chambering a round is that load? Thanks-

Revolver Disassembly: A Beginner's Guide & Taurus/Rossi Experiences

QuestionKyle, You have answered my question on whether to purchase a revolver or not.  I was concerned about the durability.  I purchased a new

Understanding Rifle Recoil: Factors & Caliber Choices

QuestionHi Paul: I was wondering what factors correlate to amount of recoil in a rifle ? Studying ballistics tables I see numbers for bullet weight, muzzle

Basic Handgun Aiming Techniques: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionMy housemate recently purchased an air pistol and I was hoping you could tell me the basics of aiming. Ive read that a comfortable stance is a good

Choosing the Right Rifle for Target Shooting: 223 vs. 22-250 & Rimfire Options

QuestionHi Rod: Consulted your advice before, thanks for the invite to holler back. Ive learned a lot from Chuck Hawks site. I have recoil tables listing d

Choosing the Right 9mm Bullets: Grain Weight & +P Considerations

QuestionGood evening. My question us simple: What is the best choice for a 9mm carry round when speaking of the bullet grain? I prefer fedral Hydra-Shock

Ruger .22 Rifle Jam: Troubleshooting & Solutions

QuestionHi Rod- Im also a volunteer here, on insurance issues.  I have a 22 caliber Ruger rifle, and the bolt action to slide a bullet from the clip i

.223 Remington Reloading: Optimal Case Weight & Variance

QuestionHI ROD REGUARDS CASE WIEGHT FOR RELOADING IS THERE A DEFINITIVE WIEGHT FOR RP CASES, IF NOT WOULD I WIEGH 100 NEW CASES TAKE THE MEAN AVE PER CASE