The Discount on Top of the Discount: How I Buy Guns Below the Sticker
Learn expert tips on negotiating gun prices, spotting deals, and turning discounts into savings without hassle at Sportsman’s Warehouse and beyond.
July 6, 2026
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2026
Best AR-15 Barrel for Accuracy and Durability in 2026
We compared 5 AR-15 barrels from $130–$300. Most guides skip the real trade-off – chrome lining doubles barrel life but costs you accuracy. Nitride fixes that.
June 26, 2026
How to Start Reloading Ammo on a Tight Budget
Start reloading ammo on a budget without wasting money. Get real gear advice, cost breakdowns, and beginner tips that actually work.
May 7, 2026
Best .22 LR Ammo for Every Purpose in 2026
Bulk .22 LR spreads 50–80 fps per box – that’s free vertical stringing before you even pull the trigger. We compared five loads from $0.05 to $0.20 to find what actually groups.
May 6, 2026
Best .308 Rifles for Long Range Shooting in 2026
We compared 5 precision .308 rifles from $700–$2,000. The Bergara B-14 HMR wins – cheaper ammo and longer barrel life make .308 the smarter first precision cartridge.
May 4, 2026
Best AK-47 Under $1,000 in 2026
We compared 5 AKs under $1,000 – and origin matters more than price. A $700 Romanian WASR-10 outlasts an $800 American-made AK by 95,000 rounds.
May 2, 2026
17 HMR vs 17 Hornet vs 17 Remington: 17-Caliber Options
Three distinct 17-caliber cartridges offer varmint hunters explosive performance, but each serves a different shooter’s needs.
April 22, 2026
Factory Ammo vs Handloads: Does Reloading Actually Save Money in 2026?
Reloading in 2026: is it still worth your time?
April 6, 2026
Best AR-15 for Home Defense in 2026
We compared 5 AR-15s for home defense – and 5.56 actually penetrates fewer walls than 9mm or buckshot. BCM RECCE-16 wins; options from $700.
April 3, 2026
Best Sling for AR-15 in 2026
We tested 5 AR-15 slings from $25–$75. Skip padded – it snags on gear. The Vickers wins, but a $25 sling handles most jobs fine.
March 29, 2026
