David Higginbotham is a writer and editor who specializes in everyday carry. David is a former backcountry guide in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Boundary Waters Canoe Area who was a college professor for 20 years. He ultimately left behind the academy for a more practical profession in the firearms industry and was (among other editorial positions) the Managing Editor for a nascent Mag Life blog. In that Higginbotham helped establish The Maglife's tone and secure its early success. Though he went on to an even more practical firearms industry profession still, he continues to contribute articles and op-eds as time and life allow.

Century’s Classic Romanian AKM — The WASR-10

Century's AKM, the 7.62 x 39 Romanian WASR-10, is a classic build and a great way to learn the ropes on the AK platform.

Springfield SA-35: A Modernized Classic

Springfield Armory, no strangers to John M. Browning designs, has created a perfect homage to the Hi-Power: The SA-35 is a worthy evolution.

Colt King Cobra — If You Could Only Have One (Wheel) Gun

Revolver fanatics chase after classic Colts, and this is the reason why: The King Cobra. The new King Cobra .357 is one versatile wheel gun.

The AK Magazine — Plastic or Steel?

Finding an AK magazine that works is hardly complicated, but there are some basics you may want to consider. Plastics? Steel? Both?

The Taurus TX 22 — It’s One Versatile Plinker

The Taurus TX 22 is a budget-friendly fun gun. While capable on its own, this is a great platform for a silencer.

The S&W Model 60 at Half-a-Century

There's a reason the Smith & Wesson Model 60 remains a staple for S & W for more than 50 years. It works and is the ideal size for carry.

Colt’s Stunning Combat Elite Government 1911

Colt's Combat Elite 1911 is a single-action with a distinctive look. Get past the flashy finish, though, and there's a classic Colt.

Savage Impulse — An American Made Straight-Pull

Looking for serious speed from a gun that can connect at 1,000 yards or more? Check out the Savage Impulse—an American made straight-pull.

Walther PPQ 45 M2 .45 Suppressed

Walther has created a compelling suppressor ready package that delivers .45 ACP from an ergonomically perfect platform: the PPQ 45. If you you like your guns on the quiet-side, this is a winner.

Savage 1907: Not the 1905, and Not Even the 1911

The Savage 1907 is a storied gun. This is the pistol that went head-to-head with what became the 1911.

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