Author Archives: Travis Hamlin

Looking for a Gun Shop in Bakersfield? What to Look for Before You Buy

Finding the right gun shop in Bakersfield involves more than comparing prices or checking what [...]

Dirty Bird Industries Hits the NASCAR Track at the 2026 Blue Cross NC 300

Dirty Bird Industries is going racing. On Sunday, October 11, the No. 91 Chevrolet rolls [...]

RangeFest 2026: A Huge Weekend for Dirty Bird Guns & Ammo

RangeFest 2026 brought a full day of shooting, industry brands, first-time shooters, giveaways, fundraising, and [...]

RangeFest 2026: A Full Day of Shooting, Family Fun & Community in Bakersfield

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19, 2026, because one of Bakersfield’s biggest outdoor community [...]

Is the Dirty Bird Bakersfield VIP Gold Membership Worth It? Full Savings Breakdown

Dirty Bird Bakersfield customers know firearm ownership involves more than the initial purchase. Transfer fees, [...]

FN 509 vs XD9 vs Springfield Hellcat vs VP9: Which 9mm Pistol Should You Buy in 2026

Choosing the right 9mm pistol for concealed carry in 2026 depends on more than brand [...]

Dirty Bird Trigger vs Mil-Spec AR-15 Triggers: Is the Upgrade Worth It?

AR-15 triggers are one of the most noticeable parts of the rifle because you feel [...]

How to Build a Practical Rifle in 2026: The Complete No-Nonsense Guide

A practical Rifle should do real work without getting weighed down by unnecessary parts. In [...]

Stoeger M3000 vs. Beretta A300: Which Should You Buy for Home Defense?

Choosing a semi-auto 12-gauge for home defense usually comes down to reliability, recoil control, capacity, [...]

Complete AR Upper Compatibility Guide: Which Lowers, BCGs, and Ammo Work Together?

A Complete AR Upper is one of the fastest ways to upgrade an AR-style rifle. [...]