# USA Gun Shop

> Independent firearms price-comparison and reviews site that tests guns, ammo, and gear with hands-on testing protocols. Compares 100+ trusted retailers in real time so users get accurate pricing instead of stale listings. Founded 2017 by firearms journalist Nick Hall (35+ years experience; bylines in Forbes, The Sunday Times, Playboy, Tatler Asia). All gun reviews are 500-1,500+ round live-fire tests by named testers.

## About

- [About USA Gun Shop](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/about/): Mission, ownership, and editorial independence
- [Why Trust USA Gun Shop](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/why-trust-usa-gun-shop/): Testing methodology, contributor credentials, transparency standards
- [Fact-Checking Policy](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/fact-checking-policy/): How specs, prices, and legal claims are verified
- [Corrections Policy](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/corrections-policy/): Process for corrections and updates
- [How We Make Money](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/how-we-make-money/): Affiliate disclosure and editorial firewall
- [Nick Hall — Editor & Lead Reviewer](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/author/nick-hall/): 35+ years firearms experience, primary tester

## Core hubs

- [Handguns](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/handguns/): 216 reviews and roundups across concealed carry, duty, target, and home defense pistols
- [Rifles](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/rifles/): 150 reviews of AR-15s, hunting rifles, precision rifles, lever actions, and PCCs
- [Shotguns](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/shotguns/): 53 reviews of pump, semi-auto, and over-under shotguns for hunting, home defense, and sport
- [Ammo](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/ammo/): 28 ammunition guides covering self-defense, hunting, and range loads by caliber
- [Gun Safes](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/gun-safes/): 33 safe reviews + storage guides covering biometric, fireproof, and budget options
- [Accessories](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/accessories/): 30 guides on optics, lights, holsters, slings, and rifle/pistol accessories
- [Gun Parts](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/gun-parts/): 20 deep-dives on triggers, BCGs, barrels, and AR-15/Glock/1911 parts
- [Tactical Gear](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/tactical-gear/): 13 reviews of belts, plate carriers, range bags, and tactical clothing
- [Gun News](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/news/): Industry news on regulations, recalls, releases, and political developments

## Pillar guides

- [Best AR-15 Rifles](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/best-ar-15-rifles/): Comprehensive AR-15 buyer's guide with budget-tier rankings
- [AR-15 Buyer's Guide](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/ar-15-buyers-guide/): How to choose your first AR-15
- [Best Concealed Carry Handguns](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/best-concealed-carry-handguns/): 15 tested CCW pistols ranked
- [Best Home Defense Guns](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/best-guns-home-defense/): 10 tested options with use-case breakdown
- [Best Online Gun Stores](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/best-online-gun-stores/): 14 verified trusted retailers ranked
- [Best Gun Stores in America](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/best-gun-stores/): 50-state directory of physical gun shops with full state-by-state coverage
- [Gun Optics Guide](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/gun-optics-guide/): Comprehensive optics buying guide
- [Concealed Carry Reciprocity Map](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/concealed-carry-reciprocity-map/): Interactive 50-state CCW reciprocity tool

## State gun law cluster (50 states)

- [US Gun Laws by State](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/us-gun-laws-by-state/): Pillar page linking all 50 state pages with verified statute citations, current as of 2026
- [How to Get a Concealed Carry Permit](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/how-to-get-concealed-carry-permit/): State-by-state CCW permit guide
- Every state has dedicated pages for gun laws, gun stores, and concealed carry rules. URL pattern: `/{state-name}-gun-laws/`, `/best-gun-stores-in-{state}/`

## Editorial standards

- All gun reviews are based on **500–1,500+ live-fire rounds** by named testers
- Affiliate disclosure on every commercial post; affiliate revenue does not influence rankings
- Prices update in real time via direct API integrations with 100+ retailers (Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, MidwayUSA, EuroOptic, Sportsman's Warehouse, Bass Pro, Guns.com, etc.)
- Specs and laws fact-checked against manufacturer documentation and primary state/federal statutes
- Every state gun law page cites the actual statute number with a "last verified" date

## Key facts

- Founded: 2017
- Posts: 800+ active reviews, guides, and law pages
- Editor: Nick Hall (firearms journalist, Forbes/Sunday Times/Playboy/Tatler Asia bylines)
- Not a retailer — a price-comparison and editorial site only
- Coverage: All 50 US states for gun laws, CCW reciprocity, and gun store directory
- Testing protocol: minimum 500 live-fire rounds for review; 1,000+ for primary picks
- Independence: not owned by a retailer, manufacturer, or trade group

## Contact

- General inquiries: contact form at the site footer
- Editor: Nick Hall via author page

## Optional sitemap

- [XML Sitemap Index](https://www.usa-gun-shop.com/sitemap_index.xml): Full crawlable URL list