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Looking to go armed, but are stuck in the weeds as to what to arm yourself with? Here are 20 excellent concealed carry gun options that will keep you on the defensive.
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The evolution of the concealed carry handgun continues. These are some of the hottest new models for 2018.
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Dot Watching: The Rising Trend Of Pistol Red Dot Sights

Analyzing the growing demand for pistol red dot sights and handguns ready to accept them.
Extracting with a full moon clip is fast and easy. Extraction without one is iffy at best—and impossible in some cases, depending on design. While magazines are flat and easily carried, the moon clip is bulky and easily bent if not stored safely. It’s also easier to hang up on pockets and pouches than a pistol magazine.

Best 9mm Revolver: Everyday Carry Options (2024)

What do you get when you cross a time-tested platform with the most popular centerfire handgun cartridge? The 9mm revolver. Here are five that are fit to cover your six.
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What Is The Best Concealed Carry Holster? (2024)

Looking to enhance going armed? Here are the best concealed carry holsters around today.
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Collectible But Usable: Sig P6 Review

The author reviews a West German LE surplus Sig P6, a handgun that’s remained practical while becoming collectible.
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Daniel Defense Announces The DANIEL H9

Daniel Defense has just announced the DANIEL H9, a redesigned and updated version of the original Hudson H9 9mm handgun.
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The 10 Best Glock 19 Holsters For Any Purpose (2024)

Looking to tote around your G19? Here are our picks for the 10 best Glock 19 holsters on the market.
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Shadow Systems Announces Integrally Compensated MR920P And XR920P

Shadow Systems has just announced the MR920P and the XR920P, two new integrally compensated 9mm pistols.
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Power On The Cheap: Best Affordable 10mm 1911 Options (2024)

The 10mm 1911 typically commands a king's ransom, but not the six we hunted out.
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First Look: Kimber KDS9c Rail

Kimber has just announced the KDS9c Rail, a new variant of the 9mm KDS9c that now features an accessory rail.
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Best .380 Pistol Options For Deep Carry (2024)

With improvements in defensive ammunition, the .380 pistol has surged in popularity? What are the top picks in the small and concealable option?