Concealed Carry
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Latest Concealed Carry Articles
Best Pistol Reviews (2026)
Find the perfect heater to add to your collection with our best pistol reviews, buyer's guides and videos from 2020.
Best Micro Compact 9mm Pistols [Field Tested]
These micro 9mm options are more than ready for everyday carry and backup-gun duty.
The Available Target: Center Mass & Shot Placement
If a lethal threat ever forces you to draw your gun, you need to focus on hitting center mass of the available target.
Facing An Active Shooter: The First 30 Seconds
In an active shooter situation, waiting gets people killed. Here we discuss the importance of acting in the first 30 seconds.
Shadow Systems CR920XP & CR920XL Review: Carry Gun Excellence
I pit a Shadow Systems CR920XP and a CR920XL head-to-head to see which carry pistol comes out on top.
First Look: H&K VP9A1 X
Heckler & Koch has just released a new crossover-sized model of the VP9A1 called the VP9A1 X.
First Look: New Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry J-Frame Models
Smith & Wesson has just announced four new Lipsey’s Exclusive Ultimate Carry J-Frame revolver models.
Glock Gen 6: First Shots & First Impressions
Glock has just unveiled the first three Gen 6 models, and I had the opportunity to go hands-on with them at the range.
For The Love Of The Commander
The Colt Commander may not be the best fighting pistol of all time, but it’s Top 5 for sure and one of the most iconic.
First Look: Magpul Full-Size Grip For Ruger RXM
Magpul has just announced the EHG RG9 Full-Size grip for the Ruger RXM.
Mantis TitanX Review: Dry-Fire Deity
I go hands-on with Mantis’ new TitanX pistol laser trainer to see just how well the dry-fire system can sharpen skills.
Walther Announces Temporary Suspension Of PPK Production
Walther has temporarily halted PPK, PPK/S and PP pistol production as the line begins a modernization journey.
First Look: Davidson’s Exclusive Smith & Wesson J-Frame Revolvers
Smith & Wesson has just announced two new Davidson’s Exclusive .32 H&R Magnum J-Frame revolver models.
First Look: Smith & Wesson Shield X Carry Comp
Smith & Wesson has just announced a new Performance Center Carry Comp version of the M&P9 Shield X.
First Look: TriStar APOC Pistols
TriStar has just announced the APOC, a new compact 9mm handgun designed to be both affordable and reliable.
First Look: VIKTOS Gunfighter RR Jean
VIKTOS has just unveiled the Gunfighter RR Jean, tactical pants ready for everyday carry, duty and the range.
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Best Concealed Carry Insurance Options
Eight major concealed carry insurance programs are now available to the millions of Americans who carry concealed.
