Tale of the Tape: Devel Model 39-2 vs. Springfield XD-S
Legendary illustrator and custom gun and knife maker Kenny “Von Dutch” Howard—better remembered among hot-rodders as the “King of Pinstriping” and creator of the famous “Flying Eyeball,” and to TV...
View ArticleRuger American Pistol Compact in .45 Auto Now Available with Manual Safety
The Ruger American Pistol has proven popular ever since it was introduced back in 2015, with several new versions of it coming out ever since. It’s time to add one more variant to the list, as the...
View ArticleKahr Announces 3 New California Legal CW9 Models
For those of you who live in the restrictive (as it pertains to gun laws) state of California, Kahr Arms has announced that three of its CW9 9mm pistols are now California legal: The CW9 in a Black...
View ArticleBREAKING: Walther CCP Safety Recall Announced
Heads up, Walther CCP owners: Walther Arms has issued a voluntary safety recall for CCP pistols after identifying a “potential condition” in those guns that could result in a discharge if dropped,...
View ArticleColt 1911 Revival: Customizing a Pair of Old Series 70 Workhorses
Hello, my name is Yamil Sued, and I’m a 1911-aholic. There, I said it. Acceptance is the first step. Ever since I fired my first 1911 in the early 1980s, I have been fascinated by this pistol’s history...
View ArticleP225-A1: Sig’s Single Stack Classic Comes to the US
A few decades ago, there was a strong trend toward double-stack handguns that carried more rounds than revolvers or single-stack pistols. Some called these guns “wonder-nines” because their chamberings...
View ArticleSTI Rolls Out a New 2011: Introducing the DVC Carry Pistol
Fresh off its SHOT Show debut a couple of months back, STI is now offering its new DVC Carry pistol for sale. RELATED STORY: Double-Stack Guardian – The STI Guardian 2011 The DVC Carry comes with all...
View ArticlePocket Carry Primer: What You Need to Know About Packing in Your Pocket
Everyone needs to understand the reasons behind the actions they take in life in general, and especially when it comes to concealed carry. Oftentimes, however, people make decisions regarding their...
View ArticleRemastered Ruger LCP .380: A Look at the LCP II
Not every firearms manufacturer is as responsive to customer feedback as Ruger, but then again, not every company is as successful as Ruger, either. When a company decides to revamp one of its...
View ArticleBattle of the Nines: Kimber Micro 9 vs. SCCY CPX-2
Light carry weight is one of the most important features of any pocket pistol, and with 9mm models it is essential, since the pistols are only slightly larger than most .380 ACP semi-autos. Let’s take...
View ArticleVIDEO: Wringing Out the Heizer Defense PKO 45
There’s no question that innovation is the name of the game when it comes to Missouri-based Heizer Defense. Now, the makers of the PS1 “Pocket Shotgun,” as well as the PAR1 and PAK1 pistols, are...
View ArticlePocket Pistol Saves: 10 Real-World Cases Where a Backup Gun Saved the Day
In the culture war known as “gun control,” those who would abolish the cherished American right to keep and bear arms see a pocket pistol as a tool of the devil suitable only for committing murder. But...
View ArticleAmped Up PPS: Walther’s Compact PPS M2 Pistol
Ever shoot a gun that you really wanted to like, but there was that one little thing that ruined it for you? My wife was ready to buy and carry a Walther PPS pistol, except for one of those little...
View ArticleVIDEO: Interactive Pistol Training System Brings Tech to the Forefront
A California-based company called Teksilon is looking to take gun training to the next level with its new Interactive Pistol Training System, or iPTS. This multi-sensor platform incorporates the iPTS...
View ArticleThe STI H.O.S.T. Pistol Is Ready for Your Optics, Suppressors
Fresh off its SHOT Show debut a few months back, STI has officially announced the release of its STI H.O.S.T. (Holographic Optic Slide Top) pistol for shooters using optics and/or suppressors. RELATED...
View ArticleRuger Releases New LCRx and LCP II Handguns
Ruger is at it again. The iconic Connecticut-based gun maker has expanded its available offerings by adding two new lightweight compact models to its revolver and pistol lineups: an LCRx with an...
View ArticleSneak Peek: The Innovative, Stylish Taurus Spectrum .380
For the first time in its history, Taurus has designed, engineered and manufactured a new firearm entirely within the United States. The Taurus Spectrum is also the first semi-automatic pistol equipped...
View ArticleColt Introduces New Gold Cup Trophy Pistol with Series 70 Firing System
If you’re a competitive shooter, the iconic Colt Gold Cup needs no introduction. Now, the Connecticut-based gun maker is taking things to the next level with the Gold Cup Trophy. RELATED STORY: Colt...
View ArticleSweet CCC: Springfield’s EMP 4-Inch with Concealed Carry Contour
There can be no denying the popularity of the 1911 pistol. Since its introduction, it has set the standard that all other combat handguns are judged by. Yet, in spite of its many positive aspects, for...
View ArticlePatriotic Defender: Ruger’s American Compact Pro 9mm
Ruger’s new American Compact Pro is very likely the most solidly built polymer-framed handgun on today’s market. From its glass-filled nylon grip frame to its stainless steel chassis and slide, it’s...
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