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IT’S NOT SMALL, IT’S FUN SIZED

Do fun-sized candy bars taste better than the full-size versions? This has been a debate amongst candy scholars through the years. The correct ratio of chocolate to filling varies depending on the size of the candy, but the truth is it depends more on the kind of candy itself. Some do better in smaller sizes, while others shine in the diabetes-filled king-size wrapper.

So why even bother with a smaller candy bar? More isn’t always better. Sometimes a smaller amount is just the right amount. Plus, the nostalgia of the middle-school lunchbox treat brings joy. As we grow up and start watching calories, we intend to consume smaller portions. But this usually ends with an empty bag and feelings of guilt and shame. When you’re older, you realize the fun-size versions are simply a marketing ploy to sell more candy. Regardless, none of this changes our love of chocolate. There are many feelings packed into that little wrapper.

Is shooting still appetizing in a smaller size? Does overall length affect the ratio of awesomeness? Just like chocolate, it depends on the candy. For the transitory gun owner, candy is candy — any gun will

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