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GLOCK Celebrates 25 Years in the US with 2,500 Limited-Edition Pistols

In 1986 GLOCK entered the United States with the introduction of its legendary GLOCK 17 made available to law enforcement and military organizations. This year, 2011, GLOCK is commemorating its 25th Anniversary in the United States with a Silver Anniversary, Limited-Edition, 25th Anniversary GLOCK 17 Gen4 (9x19) pistol.

High Cap Mags: What to Buy Before They’re Banned

Anti-gun Rep. Carolyn McCarthy has introduced legislation to ban large magazines. Don't panic, and if you buy, here's what to look for.

1911: Before the Great War

The Pistol, 1911, .45 ACP, adopted by the armed forces of the United States, was quite a beast. In a time of transition to medium-bore pistols, a .45 was a cannon.

The STI Hi-Cap 1911 and IPSC Competition

While also in the business of producing fine single stacks, STI makes a hybrid polymer-steel 1911 that takes hi-cap mags. There is no such thing as a "basic" STI.

What’s Hot in Handguns?

Here's a look at some new handguns, and some sizzling favorites for 2011. Hint: It's the 100 Year Anniversary of the Government Model 1911!

SHOT Show 2011 Video: Springfield XDm Compact 3.8

SHOT Show 2011: Smith & Wesson Governor Competes with Taurus Judge

SHOT Show 2011: Browning Introduces 1911-22 L.R. Autoloading Pistol

Browning has introduced a very nice, scaled-down 1911 A1 in .22LR. Ideal for target practice and affordable training, this one will be a classy addition to anyone's gun collection.

An Austrian Pistol With Great Sights!

Quick, name an Austrian pistol with great sights and even better ergonomics. Did you think of Steyr? You should have.


For the Concealed Carry Newbie. . .

Judging from the industry stats I've seen lately, the concealable handgun market is chugging right along.

Gun Review: Kimber Gold Combat 1911

When it comes to the 1911 handgun I have been accused of being as nutty as a dump rodent. But then the mighty oak springs from a nut that held its ground! Thus we look at the Kimber Gold Combat 1911.

Custom 1911s for a New Century: Cylinder & Slide (Bill Laughridge)

Bill Laughridge is Cylinder & Slide, and he’s been in the custom 1911 business for a long time - for good reason! A Bill Laughridge 1911 custom pistol is a piece of art.

A Primer On Buying Used Handguns

There is nothing wrong with buying a used handgun. Assuming, of course, that there is nothing wrong with the used gun you are buying. But how to tell?

Custom 1911s For a New Century: CT Brian

Here's a look at the custom 1911s of Tim Brian. The best way to describe a CT Brian gun is "radical traditional."

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