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NRR Ratings Explained: What the Number Actually Means for Shooters

You see “NRR 33” stamped on every box of earmuffs and think “sweet, I’m invincible.” Reality is a little different, unfortunately. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of Noise Reduction Rating so...

Kyle Read

AK Magazine Guide: Types, Compatibility & What to Know

The AK platform has survived decades of wars, bans, and trends for one simple reason: it runs—even when you treat it like a rented mule. But no rifle is tougher...

Kyle Read

Knife Steel Guide: Pick the Right Blade Material for Your EDC in 2026

Knives aren't just tools—they're extensions of your hand, whether you're prying open ammo crates at the range, carving up a fresh-caught trout, or just flicking one open for that satisfying...

Kyle Read

How to Choose an Optic Mount: Stop Wasting Money on Junk That Loses Zero

Your optic is only as good as the mount holding it. A $1,500 LPVO on a $40 airsoft-grade mount will lose zero the first time you bump a door frame....

Kyle Read

Is Storing Loaded Magazines Bad?

Chances are, if you own a firearm for home defense, concealed carry, or just plain recreational shooting, you likely have at least a couple of magazines on hand that are...

Kyle Read

How to Choose the Right Hearing Protection for the Range: A No-Nonsense Buyer’s Guide

You only get one set of ears. Pick the wrong protection and you’ll pay for it with ringing that never goes away. Once hearing loss starts, it is essentially permanent...

Kyle Read

.22 WMR vs .22 LR: Rimfire Showdown for Everyday Shooters

Kyle Read

Best Hearing Protection for Shooting: What Actually Works

A single unprotected AR-15 shot indoors is 165+ dB. Permanent hearing damage starts at 140 dB. Tinnitus and hearing loss are the #1 preventable injury in the shooting community -...

Kyle Read

H.R.7116 - An Effort to Kill Online Ammo Sales

Hey all, we here at True Shot Academy are going to go over a recently introduced piece of legislation which can potentially impact ammo sales nationwide. Without further ado, let’s...

Tyler Elsberry

.22 ARC vs .223 Remington: Upgrading Your AR-15's Long-Range Game

.22 ARC vs .223 Remington: Upgrading Your AR-15's Long-Range Game You're glassing coyotes on the prairie at 550 yards, wind quartering hard. Do you trust the ubiquitous, inexpensive .223 Remington...

Kyle Read

Electronic vs. Passive Hearing Protection: Which Does The Most For Your Hearing?

Every shooter has been there: staring at two pairs of muffs that look identical but one costs $45 and the other $150. Here’s the real difference, and when each one...

Kyle Read

Top Gear to Bring to the Shooting Range: The Checklist No One Regrets

Forget the one time you drove 45 minutes to the range and realized you left your stapler, targets, and hearing protection at home. Here’s the exact kit experienced shooters actually...

Kyle Read