Previously we gave you an tabletop look at Smith & Wesson’s new M&P M2.0 Compact in 9mm. The latest offering updates the M&P line not only cosmetically, but also in features. Now it’s time to hit the range and see how the Compact performs. In the video below you’ll see our standard full-mag +1, multi-load […]
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Sarsilmaz ST9 and Turkish Alternatives
A few months ago we brought you the ST9 from Sarsilmaz. This gun is imported by T R Imports and has a lot to offer. See the original article here. Fully ambidextrous, 17+1 rounds of 9mm, and H&K styling make the ST9 an attractive design for those wanting a full-featured gun without the full-featured price […]
Ruger LC380: New Shooter Friendly
The Ruger LC380 offers new shooters, especially newer female shooters, a great option for concealed carry. Many women who purchase a firearm for self defense end up with a snappy little .380. They take it to the range once or twice, and find shooting it so uncomfortable that they never try it again. The Ruger […]
Smith and Wesson Governor: Range Review
Recently, I had the pleasure of taking the Smith and Wesson Governor to the range. My first impression of this big S&W wheelgun is that it is a ton of fun. The Governor is a multiple caliber handgun. It fires .45 ACP (with moon clips), .45 Colt, and .410 gauge shot shells, so I tried out […]
Kahr CM9: More Than A Bargain
Today, carrying a small pistol everyday has become a very common thing for people throughout the gun community. We see that having a small but effective gun on our hip frees us from the boundaries of having to be selective with our clothing choices and our overall comfort. Even though there has been a growth […]
First Look: New Walther CCP M2
When Walther released the original CCP it was met with much anticipation. Straight blowback 9mm is too much to handle, but Walther’s piston system known as “softcoil” offered to reduce recoil below standard Browning systems. The “softcoil” also applied to the recoil spring which didn’t need to be as heavy and so the gun is […]
Taylor & Company Cattleman 1873 Pistol: Keeping the Legend Alive
This is my first “cowboy pistol to test and review. I think it is one of the first ones that Taylor & Co., Inc. has shared as well. I am honored to give this firearm a twirl. The Virginia company which is almost thirty years old specializes in “Keeping the Legend Alive, “ by providing […]
Ruger American Pistol: Bravo Ruger!
Often the name Ruger is associated with budget guns that are commonly referred to as “lawyer guns” for obvious reasons. The biggest reason is due to them having a slew of passive and active safeties all throughout the gun. Now this isn’t entirely bad, because this just means that this one design is legal in […]
Handgun Grip Is Why You’re Missing: Guerrilla Approach
Guerrilla Approach says that handgun grip is why you’re missing, but the cookbook format for learning won’t solve your accuracy issues. Link to the free Consistency target used in Guerrila Approach Pistol classes HERE. Shot from left to right, top to bottom, reload as necessary. Par time: 25-seconds. About Aaron Barruga, Founder of Guerrilla Approach, […]
The Heckler & Koch USP .45 Compact
Today’s review comes to you from a Load Out Room reader. Hope you enjoy! – Nick The Heckler & Koch USP .45 Compact By Eric Maudsley m (Former Mil/LE) I’ve been in the military or law enforcement in some capacity for the last 24 years, so I’ve seen plenty of different guns come and go, […]