Personal Defense

We take a quick look at the Taurus GX2, a pistol that the company says will set a new standard for affordable, entry-level self-defense firearms.

Here we check out the RXM, Ruger and Magpul’s new striker-fired, poly-framed, high-capacity and customizable pistol.

These micro 9mm options are more than ready for everyday carry and backup-gun duty.

Here we discuss some strategies for staying cool and ahead of fear when facing deadly threats.

We discuss the blurred lines of self-defense when navigating the complexities of modern mob violence.

The 10mm 1911 typically commands a king's ransom, but not the few we hunted out.

EAA recently announced the Girsan Influencer X, a new series of full-size, optics-ready 1911s in four caliber options.

We take a quick look at the new Kimber 2K11, a high-capacity 1911 modernized for the 21st century.

If you’re ever involved in a self-defense shooting, who calls 911? The decision isn’t as straightforward as it might seem.

A quick look at the new Taurus 650, a snub-nosed .357 Magnum CCW revolver with a shrouded hammer.

EAACorp has just announced the Witness2311 Brat, a compact 2011-style pistol for concealed carry.

Savage Arms has just announced the Stance XR, an increased-capacity and enhanced version of the Stance micro-compact 9mm carry pistol.

Here we check out some of the top options for upgrading your handgun's iron sights at home.

We take a quick look at Canik’s two new 9mm carry pistols, the MC9L and MC9LS.

Charter Arms has just announced the Mag Pug Combo, part of the company’s new Double Dog revolver series.

Two of the lowest priced 2011-style pistols on the market, the Tisas B9R Carry and MAC 1911 DS. Here we test how they hold up.