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Check out our top 5 calibers for hog hunting. We might even throw in a few tips along the way.
New Glock 49 MOS: Is it better for CCW or Duty Cary?
Will the Glock 49 become a standard production model or will it remain a limited run offering, as previously teased by TALO?
Top 5 Budget Guns: Another Take
While many of us enjoy having the fancier items in life, sometimes an economically priced, non-fancy tool just fills the bill well. And sometimes, that's good enough.
The Under-Appreciated Smith & Wesson CSX 9mm
Do yourself a favor and check out the Smith & Wesson CSX 9mm. It has a lot going for it.
The Future of Revolver Reloading With Zeta6
Zeta6 makes a variety of revolver reloading devices that are arguably more of a speed strip than a speed loader, but they blend elements of both types of loaders in some cases. And, they make reloading your revolver quick, which can be pretty dang important.
Red Dot Showdown: Swampfox Sentinel II vs Vortex Defender-CCW
Searching for a micro-reflex sight is somewhat frustrating with so many companies producing them. If you don’t know what you’re looking for, you could end up with a cheap red dot that won’t last through the week. But don’t worry; there are some great quality optics out there that sell for a reasonable price. Let's discuss two of them.
Rimfire Madness (Part 2): Comparing .22LR Hollow Point
Not all rimfire ammunition is the same. In Part 2 of this series, I examine .22LR hollow point ammunition performance from standpoints of accuracy, reliability, cost, and terminal ballistics.
The Smith & Wesson Response: S&W’s Latest PCCs
The S&W Response is an interesting take on the world of AR9s. The Response is all polymer, ultra-lightweight, and very easy to use. Recoil is surprisingly light for a blowback gun. As a PCC nut, the interchangeable magwells have great appeal to me. When can I get a CZ-75 version? Smith & Wesson could have easily just released an M&P Sport in 9mm but went the extra mile, and it shows.
Is .45 ACP a Good Self-Defense Round?
When it comes right down to it, .45 ACP can be a great defensive round. Yes, other cartridges outperform the cartridge, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored entirely. Choose wisely, train, and carry your gun.
Today, we are chronicling what I call "the Defenders" and their firearm choices. The Defenders are the folks willing to carry firearms and willing to use them in the defense of themselves, their loved ones, and others. We'll look at these heroes, their feats, and the tools they used to get it done and make a difference. You may notice I've left active duty law enforcement out of the mix.