8 Best Shotguns Under $500 in 2026: Pumps, Semi-Autos, and O/Us
Best shotguns under $500 in 2026: Mossberg 500, Maverick 88, Remington 870, Winchester SXP, Stoeger M3000, CZ Drake and more pumps and semi-autos.
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Universal Background Check States (2026): Complete List of 21 UBC States
Universal background check states 2026: complete list of 21 UBC states + DC, federal Brady Act / NICS framework, exemptions for family transfers and antique firearms, and Pennsylvania’s handgun-only PICS unicorn.
Red Flag Laws by State (2026): Complete List of 21 ERPO States
Red flag laws by state 2026: complete list of 21 ERPO (Extreme Risk Protection Order) states + DC, petitioner-standing variations, due process protections, federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act funding, and Bruen-era constitutional challenges.
Stand Your Ground States (2026): Complete List of 38 SYG States
Stand Your Ground states 2026: complete list of 38 SYG states, the 12 duty-to-retreat states, civil immunity provisions, pretrial immunity hearings, and the difference between SYG and Castle Doctrine.
Shotgun Gauge Explained: 12, 20, 28, .410 and What They Mean
Complete guide to shotgun gauges. What gauge means, how 12, 20, 28, .410, 16, and 10 gauge compare, and which gauge you should buy for your needs.
Home Defense Plan: Step-by-Step Guide for Families (2026)
A complete home defense plan for families in 2026. Room-by-room strategy, safe rooms, communication plans, and what to do when someone breaks in.
Is It Cheaper to Buy Guns Online? (2026 Price Comparison)
We compared thousands of online vs local gun store prices. The verdict? Online wins 9 times out of 10, even after shipping and FFL transfer fees. Here are the real numbers.
How Gun Pricing Works: MSRP, MAP, and Street Price Explained
MSRP, MAP, street price, dealer cost. Learn how gun pricing actually works so you can tell a real deal from a fake one and find the lowest price every time.
Best 4th of July Gun Deals (2026): Sales, Rebates and Where to Shop
The best 4th of July gun deals for 2026. Find Independence Day sales on handguns, rifles, shotguns, and ammo from top online retailers.