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Artistic pattern formed by the tips of several different self-defense ammunition rounds. The ammo is a mix of traditional jacketed rounds, hollow points and specialty bullets.

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By Kat Ainsworth

Firearm Ammo 101

Understanding the various types of ammunition and the purposes of each is part of being a well-rounded shooter. Of course, it can be a little intimidating the first time you walk into a gun store and see row after row of ammunition for sale, all sporting different labels. What’s the difference between full metal jacket […]

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