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Power On The Cheap: Best Affordable 10mm 1911 Options (2022)

The 10mm 1911 typically commands a king's ransom, but not the six we hunted out.
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Best .22 Ammo For Every Application (2022)

Not all .22 Ammo is created equal. Here are the top match, hunting and self-defense options for your .22 pistol or rifle.
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A Perfect 10: Best 10mm Pistol Options (2022)

Since its introduction, the 10mm Auto has been putting magnum power into semi-auto pistols. In recent years, it's had a bit of a resurgence in popularity.
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.22 Magnum Revolver: 5 Excellent Options For The Hunt

Accurate and powerful, .22 Magnum revolvers might be the ideal rimfire for handgun hunting.
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Modern Precision Pistol: Christensen Shrinks Down Exactitude

An offshoot of Christensen's Modern Precision Rifle, the Modern Precision Pistol offers extreme accuracy in a backpack-sized gun.
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First Look: Taurus Raging Hunter .460 S&W

With power to spare, the new Raging Hunter .460 S&W hits the mark for handgun hunters.
The author’s preferred load for bear country: a 325-grain hard-cast from Choice Ammunition, which leaves the barrel of his Ruger Blackhawk at slightly more than 1,300 fps. But, you do want to hang on for the ride ... although this 40-yard target engenders confidence.

.45 Long Colt: Why Is The Ol’ Cowboy Cartridge Still With Us?

Among the most famous of all handgun cartridges, the .45 Long Colt has proven unsinkable. Versatile as it is historic, there's little wonder why.
Custom grips, while somewhat expensive, go a long way toward making even the most raucous loads “pleasant.” The grips on the stainless steel revolvers above are by Rowen Custom Grips, while the set on the blued Bisley are by JRH Advanced Gunsmithing. All were made specifically for the author’s shooting hand.

Large-Bore Revolver Grips: Enhancing Comfort And Controllability

Revolver grips, it isn't the most scintillating topic. But some consideration in this area goes a long way in taming a large-bore beast.
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How To Manage Big-Bore Revolver Recoil

They're called hand cannons for a reason. Learn how to tame big-bore revolver recoil.
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Best Pistol Reviews To Find A Superb Semi-Auto (2020)

Find the perfect heater to add to your collection with our best pistol reviews, buyer's guides and videos from 2020.
The .44 Magnum on the bottom used to be the most powerful handgun in the world. That hasn’t been the case for a long time, and the .460 above it is a serious contender.

Belt Artillery: Smith & Wesson 460 XVR

A veritable hand-held howitzer, the Smith & Wesson Model 460 XVR X-framed revolver is summed up in two words: More. Power.
An Uberti replica with bird’s-head grip (left) and a gen-3 Colt SAA with standard black Colt stocks. The beauty of the SAA is present in both, and they’re both highly functional, as well as esthetically pleasing.

Colt Single-Action Army: Owning The Enduring Legend

The Colt Single-Action Army revolver remains among the most coveted handguns of all time. But what's worth spending your money on?
A 45-grain Hornady Hornet SP over 18.5 grains of classic Alliant 2400 powder produced this .59-inch group when shot from the author’s Remington XP-100 Long Range Pistol.

Remington XP-100: The Successful Experiment

The unique 57-year-old bolt-action Remington XP-100 Long Range Pistol forever changed the pistol-shooting world for the better.
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First Look: Federal Fusion 10mm Auto Hunting Ammo

Loaded to take full advantage of the 'Perfect 10's' ballistic potential, Federal's new Fusion 10mm hunting ammo is built to fill tags.
With the hammer cocked, the transfer bar is raised into position to allow it to impact the floating firing pin. When the hammer is down, the transfer bar is lowered out of the way, and the hammer’s nose prevents it from touching the firing pin.

Ruger Wrangler Revolver Review: Back To Basics

Cutting out the usual price factor of a single-action rimfire, the Ruger Wrangler revolver is an everyday tool for outdoorsmen.

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