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Elmer Keith: 3 Magnum Handgun Cartridges You've Got To Know

Elmer Keith was the key in the development of many cartridges, but it's the Ol' Cuss's work on handgun magnums that help reshape the firearms world.

Concealed Carry: Do You Need To Practice Fast-Holstering A Handgun?

The need to practice fast holstering a handgun for self-defense is debatable and in many cases dangerous.

Concealed Carry: Immersive Defensive Firearms Training

Defensive firearms training should go well past range time to realistic situations that prepare you for actual lethal force encounters.

Conceal Carry: Critical Considerations When Buying A CCW Holster

When you carry concealed, your holster will determine how well things work out.

Colt Python: The Cadillac Of Revolvers

The Colt Python is widely considered to be one of the best revolvers ever made, it’s also among the most collectible.

Video: Sig Sauer's P320 X5 Shooting Test

How does the Sig Sauer P320 X5's accuracy and dependability stand up to a grueling 84-round torture test?

Modern Shooter: Training In Split-Second Decision Making

Learn how to make the correct split-second self-defense decision this week on Modern Shooter.

Video: The Extreme Reliability Of Sig's P320 RX Compact

Can SIG's P320 RX Compact stand up against water, muck and a Jeep Wrangler? You'd be surprised.

Video: Highlighting The Sig Sauer P320 Pistol

The Sig Sauer P320 is an excellent defensive handgun option — mostly because of its many great features.

New Gun: Daniel Defense Goes Small With DDM4V7 P

Daniel Defense goes small in a big way with the release of the extensive DDM4V7 P AR-15 pistol line.

New Gear: Safariland Releases Two New Holsters

Safariland's newest holsters look to add a level of utility and comfort.

Gun Review: Walther's Scaled Down PPQ SC Still Packs A Punch

To the delight of Walther fans, the manufacturer has brought out a subcompact version of its classic PPQ pistol for 2018 — the PPQ SC.

Video: Hands-On Look At The Springfield 911

With a .380 ACP pistol, downright pleasurable to shoot and small rarely appear in the same sentence. But Springfield Armory has hit the sweet spot with the new 911.

Modern Shooter: The Proper Defensive Handgun Grip

From pistols to rifles, it's all about positioning and working to get a grip on this week's episode of Modern Shooter.

New Holsters: DeSantis Introduces The Osprey And Infiltrator

Designed with comfort and flexibility in mind, DeSantis' new holsters should facilitate comfortable concealed carry.

Buying A Used Pistol: What To Look For In The Glock, 1911 And Beretta 9MM

There's nothing wrong with buying a used pistol, assuming there's nothing wrong with the used gun you're buying. But how to tell? Check out these gun-specific tips for buying a used Glock, 1911 or Beretta 9mm.

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