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Gun Beaver - Candela vs. Lumens for Home-Defense Weapon Lights: Stop Buying by Lumen Count

Candela vs. Lumens for Home-Defense Weapon Ligh...

TL;DR for Skimmers: Lumens = quantity. Candela = quality (directional intensity). For a firearm-mounted home-defense light, don’t chase lumens alone. Prioritize candela: ~50k+ cd on pistols and 80–100k+ cd on...

Candela vs. Lumens for Home-Defense Weapon Ligh...

TL;DR for Skimmers: Lumens = quantity. Candela = quality (directional intensity). For a firearm-mounted home-defense light, don’t chase lumens alone. Prioritize candela: ~50k+ cd on pistols and 80–100k+ cd on...

Gun Beaver - Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter Review: The Perfect Fusion of Tradition and Tactical Precision

Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter Review...

The Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter is a standout among modern lever-action rifles, combining classic craftsmanship with tactical upgrades. Designed for versatility, this firearm caters to both hunters...

Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter Review...

The Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter is a standout among modern lever-action rifles, combining classic craftsmanship with tactical upgrades. Designed for versatility, this firearm caters to both hunters...

Gun Beaver - Pistol with Tactical Flashlight

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Tactica...

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Tactical Flashlight for Your Pistol In the world of personal defense and tactical operations, equipping your pistol with the right tactical flashlight can...

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Tactica...

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Tactical Flashlight for Your Pistol In the world of personal defense and tactical operations, equipping your pistol with the right tactical flashlight can...

Gun Beaver - How Should I Defend My Home? A Comprehensive Guide

Defend Your Castle: A Layered, Expert Guide to ...

TL;DR for Skimmers Build defense in layers: Deter → Detect → Delay → Defend → Document → Deal with the Aftermath. Best “first gun” for most: a quality 9mm handgun...

Defend Your Castle: A Layered, Expert Guide to ...

TL;DR for Skimmers Build defense in layers: Deter → Detect → Delay → Defend → Document → Deal with the Aftermath. Best “first gun” for most: a quality 9mm handgun...

Gun Beaver - Red vs. Green Laser Sights (2025 Buyer's Guide): Which Color Wins for Carry, Carbine & Competition?

Red vs. Green Laser Sights (2025 Buyer's Guide)...

TL;DR for Skimmers Daylight visibility: Green looks brighter to the human eye; pick green if you shoot outdoors a lot. Runtime/cost/size: Red is usually cheaper, smaller, and sips battery. Green...

Red vs. Green Laser Sights (2025 Buyer's Guide)...

TL;DR for Skimmers Daylight visibility: Green looks brighter to the human eye; pick green if you shoot outdoors a lot. Runtime/cost/size: Red is usually cheaper, smaller, and sips battery. Green...

Gun Beaver - Choosing the Best Firearm for Home Defense: Expert Picks, Stats, and Strategy

Choosing the Best Firearm for Home Defense: Exp...

Summary Table: Best Firearms for Home Defense by Category Firearm Type Top Pick Caliber Pros Cons Handgun Glock 19 Gen5 MOS 9mm Compact, reliable, optics-ready Less stopping power than rifle...

Choosing the Best Firearm for Home Defense: Exp...

Summary Table: Best Firearms for Home Defense by Category Firearm Type Top Pick Caliber Pros Cons Handgun Glock 19 Gen5 MOS 9mm Compact, reliable, optics-ready Less stopping power than rifle...