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Best Pocket Pistols for Self Defense and CCW
Pocket pistols are some of the oldest CCWs and have been an accepted standard in the USA for well over 150 years. But with all that history and modern innovation, what are the best pocket pistols? Pocket pistols pose some perplexing possibilities that you should ponder before you pay out your personal pesos and go ... Read more
4 Best Walther P22 Holsters [Complete Buyer’s Guide]
Your Walther P22 can be your right-hand man when it comes to self-defense. We consider this handgun to be seriously underrated when it comes to the best pistols for carrying. Unfortunately, this also means it can be difficult to find holsters that fit the Walther P22. We’ve put together this review of the best Walther ... Read more
IWI Masada – The Optics-Ready Pistol [2022]
The IWI Masada 9mm pistol is an advanced solution to modern battlefield requirements. It is about the same size and profile as the Glock 19 and it’s good to go right from the box. In case you’re new to this gun, IWI stands for Israel Weapon Industries. Being one of the most technologically advanced countries ... Read more
4 Best IWB Magazine Holsters: For All Magazine Types
While many holsters come with a magazine pouch either built-in or included as part of the package, this is not true for all. Fortunately, a mag pouch is not a large investment. So, whether your holster didn’t come with one, or you just want to carry a few extra mags, I’d recommend getting a few ... Read more
Best Glock Pistols: Ultimate Guide for Glock Shooters
To me, Glock isn’t the perfect gun for anyone. But it is the perfect gun for everyone. If you don’t know what you need, if you’re new to firearms, if you need the Honda Civic of pistols — Glock is where it’s it. The reliability and durability are simply unmatched. Even in the most modern ... Read more
The 4 Best Boot Holsters
If you’ve learned that classic holsters really aren’t your thing, then it’s time you look into purchasing a boot holster. I’ve put together this review of the best boot holsters on the market, and I’ll let you know which I think is the best choice for most gun owners. The nice thing about boot holsters ... Read more
The 4 Best Soft Pistol Cases
Wait! Before you spend your hard-earned cash on a heavy-duty, hard pistol case, you should consider purchasing a soft pistol case! There are many benefits that come with a soft case. Whether you’re transporting a single weapon or multiple handguns with magazines, you can find a great option in this review of the best soft ... Read more
Best AR-15 Pistol Lowers
The lower receiver is the essential piece of the semi-automatic rifle. Regardless of whether you’re building a new AR-15 pistol from the ground up or otherwise seeking to upgrade your existing one. Having a good quality AR-15 pistol lower ensures you get full enjoyment out of your AR pistol. Unfortunately, not all lowers are as ... Read more
[Review] Stoeger STR-9: Excellent 9mm
Stoeger is a company that I am familiar with. They’ve been known for decades as an importer of really decent-quality shotguns. Stoeger got this handgunner’s attention around 1980 when they began importing this: This is a German-made Luger .22. Stoeger has owned the rights to the Luger name in the U.S. since 1924. So, they ... Read more
Best .410 Pistols: Shotgun-Revolver Goodness
Shotguns have stopping power as their specialty. All it takes is just one shot to stop a squirrel or any larger two-legged attacker. However, the 18-inch barrel doesn’t make it an ideal gun to carry around town. Surely it does have the intimidation factor, but it falls short in the stealth department-big time, pun intended. ... Read more
Chiappa Rhino Revolvers: The Ultimate Guide
Unconventional yet contemporary, the Chiappa Rhino revolver has a striking appearance. It’s aesthetically pleasing, though. So expect to turn a few heads at your gun when you bring this to the range. I, myself, couldn’t take my gaze away from these revolvers. But aesthetics aside, the Chiappa Rhino lineup has a reputation for being reliable ... Read more
Copies Done Right: The Best MP5 Clones in 2022
The MP5 needs no introduction. Hearing McClane’s “yippee-ki-yay” is more than enough to paint a picture for any Die Hard fan. This submachine gun has dominated pop culture and law-enforcement agencies. And, of course, civvies like us want a taste of it. The thing is, MP5s don’t come cheap. Still, we can get a hold ... Read more
KelTec CP33: .22 Target Pistol Review
“Business in the front, party in the back.” It’s the mantra of this CP33 pistol. Well, I might say that when I first look at it – man, it’s rocking! Knowing that the gun will fire 33 .22 LR rounds before reloading is what makes me extremely excited. KelTec did explore new ideas with this ... Read more
Walther PPS M2 [Hands-on Review 2022]
If you want to shoot like James Bond does, the Walther PPS M2 is for you. This handgun is a groundbreaking yet practical piece of hardware combining a great concealed carry option with unrivaled accuracy and comfort. I’ve had plenty of time with it and, the more I shoot it, the more convinced I am ... Read more
Best 10mm Pistols & Handguns: Carry some POWER!
When you need more power in an autoloader, nothing else can substitute. The 10mm pistol is my go to, and I’m here to tell you why. Maybe you’re looking to go in the woods with the big bad wolf, maybe you just need more kick and fireball than what 9mm gives you — but either ... Read more
5 Best Compact 9mm Pistols
Compact can sound like a bad thing in some cases For instance, ask anyone over 6-foot how they feel about compact cars. But what about a compact 9mm pistol? In lots of ways, compact is exactly what you need. The perfect middle ground that makes even Goldilocks smile. Be it a carry gun, a CCW, ... Read more
Best AR Pistol: A Complete Buyer’s Guide
The world of AR-15s has exploded in size and popularity in the past 10 years and now with more options than ever. One of those options is the AR Pistol. But what is it, and what place should it have in your collection? To figure this all out, we need to look at federal laws, ... Read more
Best KelTec CP33 Accessories [2021]
Want to shoot better while bringing out the fun factor of the KelTec CP33? Then get a good optic, a brace, and even a sling. With the size and style of the CP33, it seems like the gun was made to be an all-accessory destination. Its rails and slots are calling for one. And as ... Read more
Best 9mm Pistols | A Complete Guide
There are hundreds of 9mm pistols out there, but with so many options it can be really intimidating to try and decide what the best one for you is. While I might not be able to absolutely say what your next 9mm pistol is going to be, I can definitely point you in the right ... Read more
Best Handguns for Home Defense in 2022
Finding the best handgun for home defense is like finding a great pizza place or a pair of socks you really love, it’s a personal choice that only you can make. With hundreds of options on the market and gun store counter people trying to sell you their favorite, it can be a hard-fought battle ... Read more
Best .380 ACP Pistols [2025 Hands-On Reviewed]
Here’s a conversation from a gun shop about the .380 ACP pistol: “What’s that in your pocket?” “A .380 ACP pistol in a pocket holster.” “Don’t you know you might as well throw rocks as shoot somebody with a .380?” “Well, if it’s so ineffective, will you volunteer to hold the target at the far ... Read more
9mm vs 45 ACP
There is a never-ending debate of which cartridge is better: the 9mm vs 45 ACP. Both rounds are popular within the firearms community, and you’ll often see this argument in forums and threads online. Of course, personal preferences play an essential role in determining which handgun is for you. To help you make a decision ... Read more
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Hi-Point C9 Review [Unboxed and Shot]
Let’s take a look at the Hi-Point C9. So you want to get a pistol but you’re on a budget? You’ve narrowed your caliber choices down to the “big 3” three pistol calibers: the 9mm, .45 ACP or the .40 S&W? You have exactly $200 to spend on a pistol and cannot find (or would ... Read more
Chiappa Rhino 50DS [Complete Hands-On Review]
I have always admired the simplicity of revolvers. You just need to reload them, aim, pull the trigger, and fire. Plus, there is freedom from problems such as wobbly magazines, safeties, and feeding problems common in semiautos. While the Chiappa Rhino 50DS breaks the conventional design of modern revolvers. From its bottom cylinder firing to ... Read more
Taurus G3c Review: The best budget 9mm?
I was minding my own business one day when I got a call from my media contact at Taurus back in June 2020. He said Taurus was coming out with something new, a new 9mm. It would ship with either three 10 or 12 round magazines and was based on the four-inch-barreled G3 full-size 9mm ... Read more
Best 1911 Pistols For The Money
If you’ve never held a gun in your life, chances are you can still point to a picture of a 1911 and know that it is a 1911 pistol. That is how you know a gun is a real piece of history. From before WWI until the mid-1980s, the M1911 and M1911A1 served American G.I.’s ... Read more
The Best Taurus G3C Extended Magazine
At the range, every shooter understands how aggravating it is to reload magazines. It can be inconvenient, time-consuming, and impractical at times. Plus, it’s life-threatening to run out of ammunition when chasing down armed intruders. Now a quick and easy solution is using extended magazines. Today, I’ll go over the Best Taurus G3C Extended Magazines ... Read more
Sig Sauer P365 SAS [Hands-on Review]
The SIG P365 series changed the world of concealed carry. These microcompact guns packed a double-stack capacity into a single stack-sized firearm. In 2019, SIG Sauer introduced the SIG Anti-Snag (SAS), a variation of the SIG P365 with antisnag treatment. It is touted to be the perfect snag-free concealed carry weapon. In this hands-on review, ... Read more
Chiappa Rhino 40DS [Revolver’s Review]
Chiappa Rhino is one of the sexiest, best-shooting, and most innovative revolvers on the market. We’ve already discussed some of the Rhino revolvers, including the 20DS and 60DS. Now, I’d like to talk about the Chiappa Rhino 40DS. It has an amazing 4-inch barrel length, which is an ideal size for home defense and target ... Read more
Chiappa Rhino 20DS [Revolver’s Review]
The Chiappa Rhino revolver is a one-of-a-kind take on the classic revolver — a gun with an unusual appearance. I love the unique design of the Rhino that sets itself apart from ordinary revolvers. What you will notice upfront is the barrel, which aligns with the lowermost chamber of the cylinder, and the gun’s six-chambered ... Read more
