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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.

First Look: Taurus GX4 Strike Bravo

Taurus has just announced the GX4 Strike Bravo, a variant of the 9mm pistol featuring a folding brace.

First Look: Premier Body Armor Rifle-Rated Backpack Insert

Premier Body Armor has just introduced a new 10x15 special threat rifle-rated backpack insert.

First Look: Smith & Wesson 500 Emergency Kit

A quick look at the limited series Smith & Wesson 500 Emergency Kit from CNC Firearms.

First Look: Vortex Defender Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dots

Vortex Optics has just announced the Defender-CCW and Defender-ST enclosed solar micro red dot sights.

Reports From The Field: New Semi-Auto Pistols

Come take a look at some of the new semi-auto pistol options available in 2025.

First Look: Taurus 66 Combat

We check out the new 7-shot .357 Magnum Taurus 66 Combat revolver.

Piercing The Iron Curtain: California-Compliant Shadow Systems Pistols

A discussion on firearm laws, handgun rosters and three new California-compliant Shadow Systems pistols.

First Look: Davidson’s Exclusive Smith & Wesson Model 940

If you’re in the market for a 9mm snub-nose revolver, take a look at this Davidson’s Exclusive Smith & Wesson Model 940.

Presentation Perfection: Mastering The Draw Stroke

If you carry a gun for self-defense, mastering the draw stroke could save your life.

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