Many of the guns I have purchased have been done so with the idea of being the “last rifle” or “last pistol” I’ll ever need to buy. Of course this never actually works out in practice – something new comes along and I catch the bug. Once in a while, though, I find something that … [Read more...]
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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 … [Read more...]
Shots Fired: Smith & Wesson’s M&P M2.0 Compact
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 … [Read more...]
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, … [Read more...]
S&W M&P 2.0 Compact: Fifteen rounds in a Perfect Package
After more than a decade Smith & Wesson has released the 2.0 of their M&P line. While most of the differences suggest a 1.5 or 1.7, the most exciting part of the launch is the new compact model. The sub-compact Shield and full-size models were aimed at the brand's … [Read more...]
The Trump Slump Continues in 2018
Since the Presidential Election in the fall of 2016 many experts in both the firearms industry and the financial industry have warned of what has been building a situation that many have dubbed the "Trump Slump". The situation that has grown since our nation elected Donald J … [Read more...]
First Look: S&W Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series 9mm
S&W Walks the Line Between Competition and Basic with the Pro Series. The Smith & Wesson Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series 9mm has a long tittle and for good reason. This is not just another 1911. In fact, it's changed what I expect from a 1911 in terms of fit and … [Read more...]