Terms of Use & Legal Disclaimer

Effective Date: [6/10/2026]

Welcome to SSCOG. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use and Legal Disclaimer. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

Informational Purposes Only

The content provided on SSCOG is intended solely for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes.

While we strive to provide accurate information regarding firearms, hunting, ballistics, ammunition, optics, accessories, and related topics, SSCOG makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of any information presented.

Users are responsible for independently verifying all information before acting upon it.

Firearms Safety

Firearms can cause serious injury, death, or property damage if handled improperly.

Always:

Follow all firearm safety rules.
Read and follow manufacturer instructions.
Wear appropriate safety equipment.
Follow all local, state, federal, and international laws.
Seek qualified professional instruction when appropriate.

SSCOG is not responsible for injuries, damages, accidents, or losses resulting from the use or misuse of information contained on this website.

Ballistics and Reloading Disclaimer

Ballistic information, velocity data, handloading information, ammunition performance reports, and user-submitted data may vary significantly due to:

Firearm variations
Barrel length
Chamber dimensions
Environmental conditions
Component selection
Manufacturing tolerances

All ballistic and reloading information is provided for reference only.

Never exceed published load data from reputable manufacturers.

SSCOG assumes no responsibility for damages, injuries, equipment failures, or losses resulting from the use of any ballistic or reloading information presented on this website.

Hunting Information Disclaimer

Hunting regulations, seasons, licensing requirements, and wildlife laws vary by location and may change at any time.

Users are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable laws and regulations governing hunting activities in their jurisdiction.

SSCOG does not guarantee the accuracy of hunting-related information and assumes no responsibility for actions taken based upon such information.

Product Reviews and Opinions

Product reviews, recommendations, and evaluations represent the opinions and experiences of SSCOG contributors, staff, partners, or community members.

Individual experiences may vary.

A positive review does not constitute a warranty, endorsement, or guarantee of performance.

Users should conduct their own research before purchasing products or services.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

SSCOG may participate in affiliate programs, sponsorships, manufacturer partnerships, advertising agreements, or promotional arrangements.

Some links may generate commissions or compensation at no additional cost to the user.

These relationships do not influence our commitment to providing honest evaluations and community-focused content.

User Submitted Content

By submitting photographs, comments, ballistic data, rifle builds, hunting stories, videos, reviews, or other content to SSCOG, you grant SSCOG a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, publish, reproduce, and distribute such content in connection with the operation and promotion of the website and community.

Users retain ownership of their original content.

External Links

SSCOG may provide links to third-party websites, manufacturers, outfitters, instructors, retailers, and service providers.

SSCOG is not responsible for:

Third-party content
Website accuracy
Business practices
Transactions
Privacy policies
Products or services offered by third parties

Use of external websites is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SSCOG, its owners, administrators, contributors, moderators, partners, affiliates, and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from:

Use of this website
Reliance on information provided
Firearm use
Ammunition use
Hunting activities
Product purchases
User-generated content
Technical issues or website interruptions

Use of this website is entirely at your own risk.

No Professional Advice

Information presented on SSCOG does not constitute legal, professional, engineering, gunsmithing, hunting, financial, medical, or safety advice.

Users should consult qualified professionals regarding specific circumstances.

Changes to Terms

SSCOG reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use and Legal Disclaimer at any time without prior notice.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.

Contact

Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be submitted through the SSCOG Contact page.