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Handgun Review: Colt Lightweight Commander

In this Gun Digest handgun review, Mark Kakkuri looks at the Colt Lightweight Commander - a classic, capable and concealable 1911.

Video: The New Glock 30S

Just in time for SHOT Show 2013, Glock has released yet another model to their lineup, the Glock 30S. It's the result of feedback from the law enforcement community for a more concealable pistol, which also makes it a winner for concealed carry.

Handgun Review: Ruger Single Nine

Dave Workman does a handgun review of the Ruger Single Nine, a stainless beauty long overdue for fans of single-action revolvers and the hot .22 magnum rimfire round.

Handgun Review: FNH FNX 9mm

In this Gun Digest handgun review, Mark Kakkuri reviews the FNH FNX 9mm - an American-made pistol from a venerable European gunmaker.

Handgun Hunting for Whitetails?

Is handgun hunting for whitetails a viable option? You bet! In fact — from revolvers to autoloaders — many handgun hunting options exist for deer hunters.

10 Tips for Choosing a Concealed Carry Handgun

When you go to purchase your first defensive handgun for concealed carry, you may find yourself feeling nervous and out of your element at the gun shop. These 10 tips will help you find the best handguns for concealed carry.

Big-Bore Revolvers: The Best Revolvers in One Book

The photo gallery above features some of the best revolvers in the world. They're just a taste of what you can expect in Big-Bore...

Gun Review: Kahr P45 Gets High Marks

Gun Digest reviews the Kahr P45 pistol and discovers it's perfect as a concealed carry handgun. Read this Kahr P45 review to find out...

Revolver Vs. Auto for CCW?

What's best for concealed carry and what starts an argument between gun owners faster than anything else? Try this: Revolver vs. auto. Consider the pros and cons of each when you choose your sidearm.

A Look at 1911 Sights

The original 1911 sights were embryonic military style sights.They were more than bumps on the slide, but not much more, and they were not...

Handgun Hunting: Choosing Scopes and Sights

Big-bore revolver scopes, red-dot sights and open sights are discussed in this article on handgun hunting.

Gun Photos: 25 Big-Bore Revolver Hand Cannons

Nothing stops the big critters like a big bore revolver. From Africa's most dangerous game, to the deer woods of North America, large revolvers are still king when it comes to handgun hunting. Here are 25 beasts from the new book, Big Bore Revolvers.

Draw Quickly, Holster Slowly And With Care

When you are buying a CCW holster and a cover garment look for the little things that can hang up and possibly cause an unsafe situation. You will be glad you did.

Marines Special Operations to Use Colt .45 Close Quarter Battle Pistols

  Colt Defense LLC will manufacture more than 10,000 new .45 Close Quarter Battle Pistols for the Marine Corps' elite special operations. This new contract...

Why Keep Your Weapon Concealed? It Gives You The Advantage

If you are in a fight for your life there are no rules. You must win and to do so you must always maintain a tactical advantage.

Concealed Carry In The Heat

I'm a firm believer there is nothing fun about being outside in really oppressive heat. Over the Independence Day holiday I spent several fun-filled...

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