Handguns

Handgun trainers typically come from a variety of shooting backgrounds. But do these background necessarily make them the best trainers for armed citizens?

After a rough start, the powerful 10mm Auto has found its way into the hearts of many shooters.

Concealed carry of small handguns, a.k.a. micro guns or pocket pistols, is controversial. But sometimes it makes sense for self-defense, if you know how to make the most of those smaller calibers.

Springfield has upped the ante with its XD-E, releasing the hammer pistol in the hard-hitting .45 ACP.

A shotgun is an exceptional all-around weapon for home defense, especially when you build it to your preferences.

Rightsized, the Walther PK380 is small enough to slip into a pocket, but has the performance of much larger self-defense handgun.

Our annual review of the finest examples of beauty and artistry in the world of the custom gun.

The Nighthawk Border Special 1911 does whatever you ask of it, and it does it well. It is designed by former peace officer Jim Wilson.

Most firearms handgun drills are universal, applying to both semi-automatic pistols and revolvers. But there are a few more facets that need to be mastered when becoming proficient with a pistol.

There’s a lot of information out there regarding concealed carry. How much is fact and how much is fiction?

Given the lack of national reciprocity, armed citizens must be aware of other states’ concealed carry laws if they travel. Ignorance to other states’ firearms laws when traveling can set you on a course for serious trouble.

The new Ruger Mark IV .22 LR pistol is the latest version of the original and well-known Ruger semi-automatic .22 handgun.

Choose your EDC knife with as much diligence as you did when selecting your concealed carry companion.

The .380 ACP is little in a lot of ways. But is it big enough where it counts?

Laser sights are powerful aiming tools in low-light defensive scenarios for those trained in their use.

As a popularity leader in both the law enforcement and civilian circles, the Model 1903 dominated the early 20th century.