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		<title>&#8220;Best Choices for Self Defense Ammo&#8221;</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/10/10/best-choices-for-self-defense-ammo/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/10/10/best-choices-for-self-defense-ammo/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2009 05:01:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I would like to point out an excellent article entitled &#8220;Best Choices for Self Defense Ammo.&#8221; That article is the result of extensive testing of various self defense rounds, for handguns, rifles, and shotguns.  I would say it is one of the all around best self defense ammo reviews I&#8217;ve ever seen.
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		<title>Weighing Self Defense Ammunition for Consistency</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/10/02/weighing-self-defense-ammunition-for-consistency/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/10/02/weighing-self-defense-ammunition-for-consistency/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:01:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=2996</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When facing attack by a violent criminal, the reliability of one&#8217;s self defense ammunition can be a matter of life or death.  If the round doesn&#8217;t fire, the crime victim can lose the opportunity to shoot the criminal before that criminal can harm them.  Even if the round does fire, an insufficient powder charge could [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Self Defense in Low Light</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/09/12/self-defense-in-low-light/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/09/12/self-defense-in-low-light/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 05:01:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=2878</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Although criminals can attack at any time of day, they often commit robberies and home invasions under cover of darkness.  However, many gun owners are unaccustomed to shooting in the dark, since ranges tend to be well lit and/or open during the daytime hours.  Training in daylight, while helpful, does not fully prepare a person [...]]]></description>
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		<title>First in First out &#8211; sometimes but not always a good idea for ammo storage</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/08/28/first-in-first-out-sometimes-but-not-always-a-good-idea-for-ammo-storage/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/08/28/first-in-first-out-sometimes-but-not-always-a-good-idea-for-ammo-storage/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:01:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=2799</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Following up on my recent article about long term ammunition storage, I would like to make a few comments about the &#8220;first in, first out&#8221; ammo storage method:
Ideally, one should use a &#8220;first in first out&#8221; method of using/storing ammo.  That means that the oldest ammo should be used first, and newly acquired ammo used [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Long Term Ammunition Storage</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/08/26/long-term-ammunition-storage/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/08/26/long-term-ammunition-storage/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:01:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=2798</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Prior to the current ammunition shortage,  I generally kept only a small amount of ammo at home.  I never really bothered to stock up, since I could always buy plenty of ammo at a reasonable price from my local gun stores.  But nowadays, ammunition is in short supply, and sometimes can&#8217;t be had at any [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ballistic Gel Testing Results</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/07/10/ballistic-gel-testing-results/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/07/10/ballistic-gel-testing-results/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 05:01:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=2559</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Ammunition used for self defense purposes must be carefully picked to ensure optimal performance.   A bullet that performs properly can be the difference between stopping an attacker in time, or dying at the hands of that attacker.  I&#8217;ve discussed, in general, my thoughts on the proper ammunition for such defensive purposes.  However I don&#8217;t have [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Keep Your Distance When Using a Gun in Self Defense</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/03/14/keep-your-distance-when-using-a-gun-in-self-defense/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2009/03/14/keep-your-distance-when-using-a-gun-in-self-defense/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:01:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=1771</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In movies and on the TV, it is common to see gun users get very close to the bad guy, often placing the gun against the bad guy&#8217;s body.  While I hope that neither I nor anyone who reads this article ever has to use a gun in self defense, properly using the gun in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Handguns Belong in Holsters &#8211; Not Waistbands</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/12/12/handguns-belong-in-holsters-not-waistbands/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/12/12/handguns-belong-in-holsters-not-waistbands/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:42:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=1143</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Although it seems obvious, I thought I would go ahead and say that handguns belong in holsters, rather than tucked into waistbands. A holster keeps keeps the handgun secure, preventing it from falling or shifting.  A holster may also cover the trigger, helping to prevent unintentional pulls of the trigger.  Sadly, some people have missed [...]]]></description>
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		<title>There is No Substitute for a Gun</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/11/28/there-is-no-substitute-for-a-gun/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/11/28/there-is-no-substitute-for-a-gun/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 05:36:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=973</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A visitor to this site recently left a comment suggesting that Mace, pepper spray, or some other less lethal self defense tool would work just as well as a gun, and that using a gun for self defense against a violent criminal is wrong.  I find both of those assertions to be untrue.  While Tasers, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Difference Between a Magazine and a Clip</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/11/15/the-difference-between-a-magazine-and-a-clip/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/11/15/the-difference-between-a-magazine-and-a-clip/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 05:53:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=870</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Its always annoyed me to hear people incorrectly refer to magazines as &#8220;clips&#8221;.  This video clip does a nice job explaining the difference:



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		<title>How Often Guns Should Be Cleaned</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/11/08/how-often-guns-should-be-cleaned/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/11/08/how-often-guns-should-be-cleaned/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 05:28:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=408</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Following up on the article in which I addressed the fact that sometimes it is not wise to clean a gun, this article addresses my recommendations as to how frequently a gun should be cleaned.
The Short Answer
A good rule of thumb is to clean a gun between each firing session.  Generally speaking, I can&#8217;t really [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Home Defense with Children in the House</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/10/27/home-defense-with-children-in-the-house/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/10/27/home-defense-with-children-in-the-house/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:42:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=671</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[For parents, the desire to protect their children from the horrible harm home invading criminals can inflict is a good reason to own a gun.  However having children, especially small children, means that extra care must be taken to ensure that children aren&#8217;t harmed by guns.  This article addresses my suggestions in this area:
The presence [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Home Security: An important counterpart to gun ownership for self defense</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/10/13/home-security-an-important-counterpart-to-gun-ownership-for-self-defense/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/10/13/home-security-an-important-counterpart-to-gun-ownership-for-self-defense/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 05:03:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=415</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I advocate self defense with firearms for the simple reason that they are the best tools yet invented to stop a home invader or other criminal from committing a horrible crime.  Complementing gun ownership for self defense are home security considerations, as discussed below.
Dogs
I&#8217;ve had dogs for most of my life, and see them as [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Make Sure Your Gun Fits You Well</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/09/30/make-sure-your-gun-fits-you-well/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/09/30/make-sure-your-gun-fits-you-well/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:05:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=480</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Having a gun that is comfortable for the user to hold and fire is important.  A gun that doesn&#8217;t fit the user will be unpleasant to shoot, and accuracy will suffer.  This article addresses such considerations when selecting a gun:

Long gun stock length
For those looking to buy a rifle or shotgun, the length of the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Cleaning (and  Sometimes NOT Cleaning) Self Defense Guns Is Important</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/09/20/cleaning-and-sometimes-not-cleaning-self-defense-guns-is-important/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/09/20/cleaning-and-sometimes-not-cleaning-self-defense-guns-is-important/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 06:40:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=406</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Cleaning one&#8217;s firearms is important to ensure that they will function safely and reliably for years to come.  Strange as it may sound, however, it is sometimes important NOT to clean a gun:
Cleaning guns
Cleaning firearms removes gun powder residue, metallic residue from projectiles, water, and other contaminates.  Cleaning guns with a combination cleaner/protectant/lubricant also prevents [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Bullet Weight vs. Velocity &#8211; striking the right balance is important</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/09/14/bullet-weight-vs-velocity-striking-the-right-balance-is-important/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/09/14/bullet-weight-vs-velocity-striking-the-right-balance-is-important/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:39:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=392</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A rather contentious issue in the area of self defense is that of proper bullet weight/velocity &#8211; I would guess that this is second only to the &#8220;which caliber&#8221; or &#8220;which gun&#8221; question.  On one side is the idea that a lighter weight but faster moving bullet is superior, while others contend that a slower [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Gun Cleaning Solvent, Protectant, and Oil Review</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/08/30/gun-cleaning-solvent-protectant-and-oil-review/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/08/30/gun-cleaning-solvent-protectant-and-oil-review/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:22:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=130</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The question of which gun cleaning solvent, protectant, and lubricant to use is one that comes rather often.  This article addresses my thoughts and recommendations insofar as gun solvents/oils/protectants are concerned:
Break-Free CLP

I&#8217;m a fan of Break Free CLP, and use it on all of my firearms.  I&#8217;ve had no problem with rust, sticking parts, pitting, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is Gun Control? &#8211; an introduction to firearms regulation efforts</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/08/06/what-is-gun-control-an-introduction-to-firearms-regulation-efforts/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/08/06/what-is-gun-control-an-introduction-to-firearms-regulation-efforts/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:04:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I was reviewing the search engine statistics for this website, and found that there were quite a few people searching for &#8220;What is Gun Control&#8221;?  I, and many readers of this website are quite familiar with gun control, however I thought an introduction to gun control might be helpful for some people:
Gun control is the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Selecting a Defensive Revolver Caliber</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/08/03/selecting-a-defensive-revolver-caliber/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/08/03/selecting-a-defensive-revolver-caliber/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2008 06:17:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=286</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The question of &#8220;which caliber&#8221; is one that is asked and debated quite frequently.  This article gives my opinion as to the proper revolver caliber for self defense purposes.

It is true that bullets of every caliber are deadly if placed correctly, however some calibers are much more effective than others. For example, a .22 caliber [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips for Selecting a Gun Case</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/07/17/tips-for-selecting-a-gun-case/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/07/17/tips-for-selecting-a-gun-case/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:14:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=171</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve bought a variety of gun cases, for transporting handguns, shotguns, and rifles.  This article lists some tips that I have come up with for those choosing a gun case, based upon the lessons I&#8217;ve learned.
1. Choose a gun case that fits your particular needs
Before you buy a case for your firearm, consider what [...]]]></description>
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		<title>External Safeties on Pistols &#8211; An essential feature or a vestige from the past?</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/07/11/external-safetys-on-pistols-an-essential-feature-or-a-vestige-from-the-past/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/07/11/external-safetys-on-pistols-an-essential-feature-or-a-vestige-from-the-past/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:30:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=231</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve seen that some people dislike handguns such as Glocks and some of the Springfield XD pistols because they lack an external safety, such as can be found on the Springfield 1911.  This article addresses my thoughts on the matter:
I disagree with the idea that Glocks and similar pistols are &#8220;defective&#8221; because they lack [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Pistols vs Revolvers: Selecting the Right Handgun</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/26/pistols-vs-revolvers-selecting-the-right-handgun/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/26/pistols-vs-revolvers-selecting-the-right-handgun/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:05:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=177</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Pistols and revolvers each have their own advantages and disadvantages.  This article discusses the pros and cons of each type of handgun:
Pistols

Generally speaking, a semiautomatic pistol is a handgun where the magazine slides into the grip of the gun, and some of the energy from firing the gun is used to eject the spent [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Pistol Caliber Carbine Rifles for Home Defense: Pros and Cons</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/25/pistol-caliber-carbine-rifles-for-home-defense-pros-and-cons/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/25/pistol-caliber-carbine-rifles-for-home-defense-pros-and-cons/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2008 06:01:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=205</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The pros and cons of pistol caliber carbines, which are rifles that have a relatively short barrel and are chambered for pistol cartridges, are discussed below:

Pistol caliber carbines, such as the Beretta CX4 Storm (pictured above) or the incredibly low priced Hi-Point Carbine can be a good option for home defense, although I personally prefer [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Features to Look for in a Gun Safe</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/14/features-to-look-for-in-a-gun-safe/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/14/features-to-look-for-in-a-gun-safe/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2008 06:24:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=169</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[As previously discussed, safe and responsible gun storage is essential.  I&#8217;ve been asked what features I recommend for gun safes, which I discuss below:
1. A Secure Lock
A secure lock is, of course, essential.  Luckily this is not too difficult to find, since most gun safes that are of reasonable quality will have a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Shotgun Shot Size Information</title>
		<link>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/07/shotgun-shot-size-information/</link>
		<comments>http://www.learnaboutguns.com/2008/06/07/shotgun-shot-size-information/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Jun 2008 07:49:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LearnAboutGuns.com</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.learnaboutguns.com/?p=155</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I see quite a few visitors searching for information on the size of shot in the various shotgun shells, such as 00 buck, #1 buck, #4 bird, etc., and the number of pellets in a one ounce 12 Gauge shell  This article provides that information for lead shot.




Shot Size
Pellet Diameter (inches)
# of Pellets in [...]]]></description>
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