Articles by Mike Hardesty

Articles by Mike Hardesty

Mike Hardesty is a freelance gun writer with dozens of reviews and articles under byline. He has a world of shooting experience going back to the 1970s and currently lives on a homestead in Indiana with a private range where he constantly tests and reviews new products. From rifles and handguns to reloading and bullet casting, Mike is here to guide you on your firearm journey!
10mm Auto vs. .357 Magnum: The Winner Is…?
November 1, 2025
Edited November 3, 2025 1603 view(s)

10mm Auto vs. .357 Magnum: The Winner Is…?

Caliber Comparison: 270 vs 30 06
October 15, 2025
Edited October 14, 2025 632 view(s)

Caliber Comparison: 270 vs 30 06

270 vs 308
October 1, 2025
Edited September 30, 2025 1525 view(s)

Caliber Comparison: .270 vs .308

6MM ARC VS 6.5 GRENDEL
November 22, 2023
Edited April 17, 2025 17510 view(s)

Precision Showdown: 6mm ARC vs. 6.5 Grendel

How To Build An AR-15 Lower Receiver
August 31, 2023
Edited April 17, 2025 1597 view(s)

How To Build An AR-15 Lower Receiver

7.62x51 vs .308 – What’s The Difference? 
August 24, 2023
Edited April 17, 2025 6527 view(s)

7.62x51 vs .308 – What’s The Difference? 

Best Gun For Beginners: Complete Guide
August 10, 2023
Edited September 5, 2025 2875 view(s)

Best Gun For Beginners: Complete Guide

.380 vs 9mm: Which Is Right For You?
April 14, 2023
Edited November 13, 2025 571 view(s)

.380 vs 9mm: Which Is Right For You?

9mm vs. 10mm – Which One is Better for You?
March 22, 2023
Edited April 17, 2025 1141 view(s)

9mm vs. 10mm – Which One is Better for You?

Types of Guns: Everything You Need To Know
February 21, 2023
Edited April 17, 2025 2666 view(s)

Types of Guns: Everything You Need To Know

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