Reviews
The Wilson Combat WCP365 Grip Module – Upgrade It
The Sig P365 is a fantastic modular concealed carry firearm. With the addition of the Wilson Combat WCP365 grip module, it's a relatively inexpensive upgrade to an already reliable pistol.
The Taurus GX4 Series: A Drastic Departure from the G3
The GX4 is a no-nonsense, no-frills value proposition that offered more than you might expect for a $400 gun but less than some of its competitors. Taurus has since expanded the GX4 lineup with the GX4 TORO, GX4 Carry Pistol, and GX4XL models. This review will explore the original Taurus GX4 and the enhancements and unique features introduced in the newer models.
Snub-Nose Revolvers: Which is Right for You?
The small-frame “snub-nose,” known colloquially as a “snubby,” remains the last and strongest bastion of the revolver in the defensive handgun world. The reasons for the snubby's popularity are its concealability, reliability, and simplicity of operation, not to mention the fact that it won’t go out of battery and fail to fire when you need it. We’re talking about a small-frame revolver with a plus/minus two-inch barrel that can fit into a pocket. There are four formats from which you can choose.
A Beginner’s Guide to Holsters
Finding the right holster can be very daunting, especially for someone new to the industry. My hope is to eliminate some of the uneasiness and make it a bit easier to find the right holster.
I think a lot of concealed carry enthusiasts have experience with the famed Bersa brand of pistols. I know my first real concealed carry gun was a classic Bersa .380. The Bersa .380 ACP handguns provided affordable, robust, easy-to-use, and easy-to-conceal pistols. I liked my little Bersa, but 9mm eventually captured me, and I somewhat forgot about the classic Bersa design. It wasn’t until I stumbled across the Bersa TPR380 that I remembered this classic carry gun.
The M1 Carbine: Is It Still Viable?
Over six million M1 Carbines were produced during World War II. It was originally designed to serve as a light, shoulder-fired weapon that was more than the 1911 pistol, but lighter than the M1 Garand. Today it would be referred to as a PDW (Personal Defensive Weapon). It was issued to drivers, clerks, cooks, mortar and artillery men, and paratroopers. Any troops who needed a light, shoulder-fired weapon. To that end, it succeeded perfectly. But it begs the question: Is the M1 Carbine still a viable defensive weapon in our current times? Join us as we take a look to see if this old design is still relevant in 2024.
Crucial Concealment Covert Holster: Top-Level Concealment
Over the years, Crucial Concealment has gained a reputation for producing high-quality, innovative concealed carry products, and their Covert Ambidextrous IWB holster and magazine pouch for the Springfield Hellcat Pro are no exception.
Surefire vs Streamlight: Battle of the X300 Ultra and TLR-1HL
Surefire vs Streamlight? These two powerhouse light brands are often put up against each other. We compare two similar lights from these companies: the Surefire X300 Ultra and Streamlight TLR-1HL.
The Case for the Glock 26 Pistol
The Baby Glocks, across the board, are amazingly accurate. My first G26 averaged 2.5” groups at 25 yards, better than my first full-size G17. (My first G27 was way more accurate than my full-size G22; the little .40 once gave me five shots in 1.5” with 155 grain Winchester Silvertip .40 from an impromptu bench rest at 25 yards. Only with the Black Hills 165 grain JHP .40 could my G22 compete with that.)
The TEC-47: The AK/AR Mixed Drink
The TEC-47 series proved to be a fun rifle if you're a 7.62x39 fan and an AK owner. It gives you the modularity of the AR platform with the ammo and magazines you already have. It's a big rifle that's fairly heavy. However, it's modern, modular, very reliable, and easy to shoot. Plus, the accuracy is impressive with even the cheapest ammo.