Handguns

The FBI’s brief dalliance with 10mm handguns led to the development of the .40 Smith & Wesson cartridge, and experts are still divided on the question of the 10mm’s application for law enforcement.

A little forethought on a stage goes a long ways toward success in a competitive shooting match.

The Scorpion EVO 3 S1 from CZ is a semi-auto braced pistol chambered in 9mm, with incredible accuracy and versatility as a truck or survival gun.

Five top revolver choices from large bore to pocket pistol and everything in between.

Working the trigger of a double-action revolver quickly and accurately isn’t rocket science, but there is a learning curve.

It's not simply a mount-and-shoot affair, steel targets take special consideration.

Before the present era of high-capacity semi-auto handguns, FBI handguns were of the revolver variety. Here’s a look at the FBI handguns that were fielded not that long ago.

Designed for concealed carry, Wilson Combat's Vickers Elite Commander is long on performance.

Available in .45 ACP, the SR1911 Officer's Model is ready for everyday carry duty.

Solid bullets have become much more than a big ol’ hunk of lead.

The Dove Custom Smolt — Smith & Wesson/Colt hybrid revolver — is not only a beauty to behold, it’s mesmerizing to shoot.

ShapeShift Shoulder Holster brings a new level of comfort and utility to the unique carry method.

The 9mm has become the most used cartridge in the U.S., and now boasts performance on par or exceeding larger-bore pistol options

The four pieces of new kit no range bag should do without.

Light, compact, manageable and accurate, the AR-15 for home defense has all comers beat hands down.

With a tough exterior housing, Aimpoint's new ACRO P-1 is as resilient a reflex optic as there is today.