Personal Defense

Which .38 Special ammo will save your life? Patrick Sweeney gives you the inside edge.

From the right gun, most .357 SIG and .357 Magnum ammo choices are the best and hardest-hitting self-defense rounds.

Everyone has favorites — and I’m no different — but I do get to shoot and evaluate a lot of different semi-auto pistols. Here are my favorites by category.

Beaten and battered, 9/11 survivors serve as a tribute to the heroism of first responders that day.

With the aluminum-framed EVO SP line, Kimber aims to tackle the striker-fired market.

These are the seven 9mm pistol designs that propelled the demure German cartridge's popularity worldwide.

Boasting trim ergonomics, the 10mm XD(M) proves a manageable pistol for the powerful cartridge.

While other makes and models have come and gone, Glock 10mm pistols have been stalwarts for caliber from nearly the start.

Picking the right defensive handgun is important. Find the best concealed carry pistol for your needs and lifestyle by going through this simple checklist.

Everything old is new again, including guns and firearms accessories. We delve into the new retro with seven must-have pieces of gear and guns that use throw-back designs, materials or systems.

From WWII to the big screen, the Walther PP Series has forever been tied to history.

It stumps some, but figuring out when to place your finger on the trigger is an important element to defensive handgun use.

Small in stature, big on firepower, SIG hits the right notes with the P365.

For everyday carry, SIG Sauer's micro nine P365 is a small miracle.

Historic tests present contradictory results, so how do you go about figuring out what defensive handgun and ammo you should choose?

Ensure your AR is safe, secure and ready at a moment's notice.