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Collecting Antique .22-Caliber Revolvers
A Colt 1861 Navy revolver at a $700 asking price is a fine gun, and a worthwhile addition to any gun collection. But what does the gun enthusiast who doesn’t have that kind of money to spend on one gun do? Consider the affordable antique .22 caliber revolver.
Single-Stack Springfield XD .45, Compact Carry with a Powerful Punch
A powerful option in a discreet package sums up the Springfield XD .45 pretty well. The single-stack pistol offers all the stopping power you need in a self-defense handgun, while remaining accurate, shooter-friendly and easily concealable.
The Glock 30S for Concealed Carry
Comfortable to carry and packing 10+1 rounds of .45 ACP, the Glock 30S is the latest member of the Glock line-up. It packs the ultimate punch in a concealable package.
Market Trends: Concealed Carry, AR Accessories and Gun Safes
Retail gun sales can be fickle -- one day ARs are flying off the shelves, the next it's concealed carry handguns. Check out what these retailers had to say about what the market has been demanding of their operations recently.
Check Out the World's First 3D Printed Metal Gun!
What does the future of firearms manufacturing look like? If this video clip is any indication, 3D printing has the potential to play a large role. A company recently produced what it claims is the first printed metal gun, a .45 ACP 1911 that shoots pretty dang well.
UZI PRO Pistol Hits the U.S. Market
Few firearm designs are as recognizable as UZI. The brand is synonymous with sub-machine guns and is one of the top choices for law enforcement agencies and military forces worldwide. The U.S. consumer market gets a crack at the brand's latest creation with the introduction of the UZI PRO Pistol.
Gun Collecting: The Colt Model 1903
The Colt Model 1903 is a classic pistol that continues to fascinate shooters, collectors and historians. Indeed, it is a typical example of the period’s armament that, even today, fits Gun Digest’s honored definition of “One Good Gun.”
Gun Digest 2014 Builds on Unparalleled Tradition
Gun Digest delivers once again! The 2014 edition continues to be the gun world's most authoritative resource on rifles, shotguns, handguns and firearms in general.
New Book Reveals the Complexity of Glock
Recognized as the most influential firearms design in the past 50 years, the Glock pistol is the overwhelming favorite for both law enforcement and personal protection. Sweeney provides a thorough guide to every Glock model, highlighting the Gen4 improvements. He also shares a roadmap of the emergence of a whole aftermarket industry.
Grant Cunningham Makes a Case for the Revolver in New Book
When the semi-automatic pistol emerged in the early 20th century, revolvers took a back seat in military, home and personal defense. Revolver expert Grant Cunningham suggests it’s time to reconsider.
Gun Collecting: The Walther Volkspistole
Only two models remain of this historic gun built in the final days of WWII.
Handloading for the Semi-Auto Handgun
Like any reloading project, building rounds for a semi-automatic pistol has its own set of challenges. Semi-autos have tight tolerances, but many of its bugaboos can be avoided by handloading for accuracy and reliability, not maximum velocity.
Concealed Carry Calibers: Pros and Cons
Can’t decide what caliber handgun will make the best option for you? Here’s a look at the pros and cons of three popular concealed carry calibers.
6 Handgun Fundamentals You Must Know
Every shot you take, fast or slow, near or far, small or large target, requires the correct handgun fundamentals.
Smith & Wesson M&P R8, Keeping Revolvers Competitive
Balanced, accurate and fast, the Smith & Wesson M&P R8 has got game, proving the revolver still has a place in competitive shooting.
7 Top Choices in Self-Defense Ammunition
There are many choices in self-defense ammunition, here are seven solid options that could save your life.
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