The Glock 19 is one of the most popular modern pistols on the market. And for good reason. It’s simple design, cost to own, reliability, ease of maintenance and accuracy make it a no-brainer for thousands of owners and agencies alike. Although the pros outweigh the cons, the one thing a Glock isn’t is sexy. […]
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Glock Upgrades and Do-It-Yourself Modifications
Glock ‘Safe-Action’ pistols are arguably one of the most prolific pistols in use today by military and law enforcement organizations around the world as well as private citizens. The reasons are many and while this article is not intended to be a review of the pistol, I will list a few that are particularly noteworthy: […]
Smith & Wesson M&P .380 Shield EZ
The .380 Shield EZ is aptly named. The pistol has been made easy to operate. Starting with the largest concern for new shooters and those with reduced strength is the slide. While styling looks just like the other M&P 2.0 models the rear of the slide has subtle wings to aid in sling-shot style racking. […]
17+1 Rounds of 9mm in a 1911 | American Classic XB Tabletop Review
Tactical Tupperware may be the way of the future, but the ergonomics and crisp trigger of a 1911 can’t be denied. Perhaps it’s the handsome lines of Browning’s design or the reassuring heft of a steel frame in hand, but regardless, it’s tough to be a handgunner and not appreciate the 1911. Fortunately, appreciation for […]
Langdon Tactical 92 Elite LTT Pistol
Many of us who served with the Beretta 92 in the form of the M-9 left the gun with an unfair opinion of it. As a former armorer I can verify that at least in the Army and during my service maintenance including things like replacing recoil springs was not done at intervals civilians use. […]
Israeli SOF veteran Garret “Machine” on concealed carry and pistol fundamentals
Garret “Machine” is a SOF veteran of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and is currently a firearms cadre for GORUCK’s firearms training events. Machine is a former Duvdevan operator and is therefore well-versed in counter-terrorism tactics. As an international SOF veteran, he offers a unique perspective on concealed carry techniques and pistol training. Though there might […]
Why I chose the Glock 43 as my concealed carry pistol
I’ve been carrying a concealed pistol now for just about thirty years. I’ve gone through more than my share of different pistols and holsters during that time from a S. & W. Chiefs Special 5 shot revolver to Glocks. The Glock pistols have become my favorite over the years due to its lightweight, easily replaced […]
Rock Island Armory’s Comfy Cannon, the 6 inch 10mm 1911!
Rock Island Armory has tamed the 10mm with a 6″-barreled 1911 known as the Pro Match Ultra. Anyone of those words independently hints at above average, putting them all together almost sounds a bit too far. Fortunately, with Rock Island, it isn’t and this gun delivers with features once considered custom right out of the […]
BREAKING NEWS: Hudson Manufacturing has filed for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, What does that mean for the H9?
Editors note: Below we originally covered the release of the H9 at SHOT Show 2017 and gave our initial impressions. Hudson Manufacturing, the manufacturer of the Hudson H9, recently filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This is more than likely in response to their troubles with vendors and payments. Cambridge Valley Machining has sued Hudson over […]
Photo of the day: Sig Sauer M17 pistols presented to the Sentinels of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols are unique M17 pistols that were created using the same specifications for the U.S. Army’s M17 Modular Handgun System. The ceremonial pistols are 9mm striker-fired pistols with a non-railed aluminum grip module, stainless steel slide, wood grip inserts, a 21-round magazine, and features the same optic cut as […]