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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.
Tiger Mckee & The Book Of Two Guns
We look back on Tiger McKee’s The Book of Two Guns: The Martial Art of the 1911 Pistol and AR Carbine, a legacy in martial gunfighting.
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.
First Look: Zaffiri Precision Ported Z Glock 19 Slides
Zaffiri Precision has just announced new Z Series ported complete uppers for Glock 19 Gen 3 pistols.
Pistol Red Dot Footprints
It can get confusing figuring out which optics are compatible with your pistol’s red dot footprint. Here, I explain what goes with what.
First Look: Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP .380
Springfield Armory has just launched a new optics-ready Hellcat variant in .380 ACP.
Lipsey’s S&W Model 686 Plus Review: The Mountain Gun
I hit the range to test out Lipsey’s exclusive S&W Model 686 Plus Mountain Gun.
Hardware Talk: SureFire XC3
You need light, and the SureFire XC3 marks the spot.
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