A durability and value analysis of one-box optic solutions: why XS Sights optic plate bundles help keep your pistol dot system tight, repeatable, and carry-ready. XS Sights optic plate bundles pair a plate and matched backup irons so your Walther optic plate bundle setup stays consistent under recoil. XS Sights optic plate bundles make a...
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Coated in silver and black pearl, it’s your defense no matter who’s howling at the full moon (or how many) … SOLO LOBO translates to Lone Wolf, a symbol of strength and independence. A Lone Wolf is a wolf that has left its pack to roam independently. The Lone Wolf embodies resilience and solitude, often…
Hail to the King, Baby. Kimber’s CDS9, a micro-compact double-stack 9mm with a 15+1 capacity, is set to revolutionize pocket carry. From hammer to muzzle, the CDS9 is a completely new EDC design from Kimber, delivering everything that concealed carry owners are looking for. A fully featured design that is anchored by a robust all-metal…
Hopefully you won’t need to METE out justice, but you could … Meet the Canik Mete MC9 Prime, changing the meat of the discussion! Having evolved from the Mete MC9 family, Canik has taken over 2 years of input from their consumers and created the next evolution of micro compact pistols. The Canik Mete MC9…
Magnum Research and MAGA: Name a better pairing. We’ll wait. It was only a MAGA of time! Magnum Research, the outfit famous for its Desert Eagle handguns, has just announced a limited-edition “MAGA Magnum” Desert Eagle .50 AE pistol, honoring the election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. This special…
Chimeras are mythical, but the KYMERA just might be legendary. The “chimera” is a mythical Greek beast composed of bits and bobs of other animals–lion’s head, serpent’s tail–to create a cohesive whole. The KYMERA, on the other hand, is a handgun manufactured by Kriss that’s a hammer-fired modular firearm set to revolutionize what “versatility” means for…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … The rest of you can keep your Thanksgivings, your Christmases and Hanukkahs. For me, January is the most wonderful time of the year because that’s when all the manufacturers roll out their newest and hottest guns. This year, it seems to be all about the double-stack…
EAA challenges you to take this li’l brat to the range for a thorough spanking … EAA has done it again! They’re shaking up the concealed-carry market with an all-new, small frame, double-stack 1911 as part of their Witness2311 Series: the Girsan Witness2311 Brat. With its capacity, quality, and features, the next generation 2311 handguns…
Taurus says: If you can’t lug a .45, why not “tuc” a .22? We’re going to go ahead and get the caveats out of the way right now. Yes, it’s true that rimfires are considered underpowered for self-defense. Most defensive experts recommend you start at a .380 and move up from there. But let’s face…
They called the 5.7 a “meme gun,” and I memed along. Behold, I have now become the meme. KelTec recently announced a new arrival that sent shivers down the spines of the 5.7x28mm cult. Despite the fact that I’m pretty indifferent to any 5.7 firearm, KelTec’s new Sub2000 Gen 3 5.7 piqued my interest nicely….
The Vector from fun range toy to defensive dynamo is clear … One of the most unique firearms in my collection has to be my Kriss Vector, with the Super V Recoil Mitigation System. It’s truly unique in the industry. I own a .45 ACP Vector, and my only complaint with it is that it…
Bond Arms is known for making tiny pocket derringers in all sorts of calibers, from .22 LR all the way up to .50 AE! My personal experience with defensive pistols like these is mixed. On the one hand, I love that these are American-made firearms crafted from stainless steel that I can just drop right…
The Ruger 10/22 is iconic—legendary, even. It’s one of the most recognizable models of firearm on the market, and one of the most popular .22 caliber rifles in the United States since its introduction. An early pioneer of modern firearms design, it’s been in continuous production since 1964. It’s estimated that there are over 7…
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