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Classic Insights - Long Guns

The Best Pump Action Shotguns Of 2023

Pump action shotguns are a popular choice for personal protection because they are effective and relatively easy to use with minimal training required. The Classic Firearms team has assembled our picks for the top 5 best pump action shotguns available for purchase in 2023.

Nov 15, 2023 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

When To Upgrade The Barrel On Your AR-15

Many factors can affect the service life of an AR-15's barrel, including the quality of materials used as well as the typical firing conditions of the rifle. Sub-optimal construction or repeated heavy, extended use can accelerate the degradation of the barrel, impairing accuracy. So, exactly when should you replace or upgrade your AR-15's barrel?

Nov 14, 2023 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

Should You Run A Pistol-Caliber Carbine?

Perfect for truck guns or stowing in bugout bags, pistol-caliber carbines (PCCs) offer a wide range of benefits over carbines chambered for rifle rounds. Read our blog to learn whether a PCC is the right addition for your loadout, plus find out our top 5 picks for the best pistol-caliber carbines of 2023.

Nov 08, 2023 | General , Long Guns | 4 min read

Best Scope Mounts For AK Rifles

Many AK-platform rifles do not include a section of Picatinny rail on the receiver cover, so a separate mounting system is needed for scopes and electronic optics. Here is our list of the top five best AK scope mounts available to shooters in 2023.

Nov 03, 2023 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

The Top 5 Guns For The Zombie Apocalypse

Surviving the zombie apocalypse is equal parts preparation and tenacity, but it also doesn't hurt to have an arsenal of firearms specifically chosen for their ability to render the undead incapable of munching on your brains. Here are the top 5 pistols, rifles, and shotguns you need in your stash for the zombie apocalypse.

Oct 30, 2023 | General , Long Guns , Handguns | 3 min read

When Are Drum Magazines Practical?

Drum magazines expand a firearm's capacity so that more rounds can be fired before it is necessary to reload. However, using a drum mag may not be the most practical choice for every situation and could even be a detriment for some defensive encounters.

Oct 30, 2023 | General , Long Guns , Handguns | 3 min read

Top 5 AR-15s For Under $1000

A quality AR-15 doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg; in fact, many of the best AR-platform rifles on the market can be purchased for under $1,000. These models have excellent features and are ready to use right out of the box.

Oct 26, 2023 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

Do You Need To Break In A New Firearm?

Certain firearms manufacturers recommend a "break-in" period when a pistol, rifle, or shotgun is new from the factory. This may be as simple as conducting standard cleaning and maintenance during the first range session or as extensive as firing a minimum number of rounds through the gun to ensure all parts are functioning together as intended.

Oct 12, 2023 | General , Long Guns , Handguns | 3 min read

Top 5 Guns Of Payday 3

Despite a rough launch on gaming consoles, Payday 3 is shaping up to be one of the best first-person shooters of 2023 so far. The reason is twofold: 1) the fun and addictive gameplay loop, and 2) the excellent gunplay animations. Here's our list of the top 5 guns from Payday 3.

Oct 11, 2023 | General , Long Guns , Pop Culture , Handguns | 3 min read

Bolt Gun Builds: The U.S. Arms Co Azrael PRS Rifle

The final gun in our Bolt Gun Builds series had to be something unique, capable of delivering ultimate accuracy at great distances while enhancing the shooter's natural abilities. After considering various high-end precision rifles, we landed on the Azrael PRS from U.S. Arms Co. It exceeded our expectations in every way and our time on the scope was some of the best shooting we've ever done, which is a further testament to the quality of this superb firearm.

Sep 28, 2023 | General , Long Guns | 3 min read

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