ATF releases 2016 Report on Firearm Commerce in the United States
The following is a press release from Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has released the 2016 Annual Statistical Update...
View Article20 Home Defense Handguns To Protect You And Your Family
Home defense handguns could technically encompass any semi-auto or revolver in previous categories we’ve discussed, but those dedicated specifically for home defense use are less likely to be carried...
View ArticleHand Cannons: 9 High-Powered Magnum Handguns
The term “hand cannon” dates back to some of the oldest small arms, literally when cannons were reduced in size so that a single user could hold and aim one. However, these were far from accurate and...
View ArticleJuly Continues Strong Sales Growth Trajectory For Firearms Market
The following is a press release from MarketPlace Insight Industry Growth The firearms market grew 6% from June to July[i], with the breakout at: Category Leaders These categories were led by the...
View ArticleThe Auto Mag Pistol is Back
Auto Mag LTD, Corp, a new company created for the sole purpose of reviving the classic Auto Mag pistol, has signed Laura Burgess Marketing for all marketing and public relations efforts. “The...
View ArticleSig Sauer’s 1911 Match Elite: A Comp-Ready 9mm Pistol
Though the .45 ACP is the most prevalent caliber for 1911s of all sizes, more pistols are now made in 9mm than ever before. For competition, the 9mm round is a better choice than the .45 ACP for many...
View ArticleWilson Combat Releases the Sentinel XL Sub-compact 1911
The following is a press release from Wilson Combat All seasoned concealed carriers know one simple fact-the grip of any handgun is always the most difficult part to conceal. Wilson Combat has combined...
View ArticlePerfect 10s: 5 Glock Pistols Chambered In 10mm
The name “Glock” has been synonymous with law enforcement for decades. These pistols’ exceptional reliability and accuracy are calling cards that have placed Glock into the upper echelon of the...
View Article18 Authentic Air Pistols For Budget-Friendly Training
Training is essential in order to develop good gun-handling skills, safety, accuracy and familiarity with weapons operation. It is also costly on the ammunition side, but a lot of training, right...
View ArticleSTI Escort: A Carry-Ready 1911
Perhaps no pistol is more readily identifiable than the 1911. These handguns have served men and women in the armed forces, in law enforcement and for personal protection. I’ve heard more than one...
View ArticleThe 5 Best Rimfire Pistols For Practice, Plinking & Pest Control
When it comes to a distinctly American autoloader, it is hard to top the classic 1911. Born from the genius of John Moses Browning and adopted by the U.S. military more than a century ago, this classic...
View ArticleThe Colt Model 1911: A Look Back At 105 Years Of Excellence
Even before the turn of the last century, gun-makers were working in earnest to design a practical self-loading pistol. The first real breakthrough was by an Austrian designer named Joseph Laumann,...
View ArticleBrowning Adds Two New Models To 1911-380 Semi Auto Pistol Line
Browning is expanding its 1911-380 semi auto pistol line with the addition of two new models, the Black Label 1911-380 Pro and Black Label 1911-380 Pro with rail. In their press release, Browning says...
View Article20 Exciting New 1911 Pistols Released In 2016
By Jim Grant Despite countless polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols flooding the market, the pistol that saw American soldiers through two World Wars—the 1911—continues to captivate shooters. Whether...
View ArticleHonor Defense Adds “Long Slide” Model To Honor Guard Pistol Line
Due to popular demand, Gainesville, Georgia-based gun manufacturer Honor Defense has added a “long slide” version to its line of Honor Guard pistols. The Honor Guard Long Slide, which starts shipping...
View ArticleLong-Slide Champion: The Rock Island Armory Pro Match Ultra
This article was published in the 2016 edition of the Complete Book of 1911s. For information on how to subscribe, please email subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com or call 1-800-284-5668. While all of...
View ArticleThe Ruger Mark IV: A One-Button Takedown Rimfire Pistol
The following is a press release from Ruger Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is excited to announce the latest development in the Mark Series line of pistols – the Ruger Mark IV. Ruger has...
View Article11 Custom Gun Shops For 1911 Pistols
The gun world has changed dramatically over the last 100 years. While the advent of lightweight, polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols has become an industry essential, a steel link to the past...
View ArticleGuncrafter Industries Announces The New HOSS 1911 Pistol
Guncrafter Industries has unveiled its new HOSS (Heavy Operating Shooting System) 1911 pistol, which the Arkansas-based custom gun manufacturer touts as “the most significant upgrade to the 1911 since...
View ArticleHCH Hunter: Hill Country Handguns’ Long-Slide 10mm 1911
It’s always the last one. “Uh, a touch high.” Sam cajoled. I’d seen the front sight creep up. That shot had wrecked the series. “I’ll fire another.” Sandbags cradling the pistol, I crushed the trigger....
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