Reviews
Which Glock Model Is Best for CCW?
Glock has a seemingly endless offering of pistol models out now, so which one is best for carrying concealed? For the sake of time, I’m going to assume you have already decided on Glock as the brand of pistol you want to purchase. There are a ton of manufacturers out there that make great products and Glock is one of them. So, I won’t waste any time debating brand, but we will talk about a few CCW-specific Glock models: the Glock 19, 48, 43, and 43X.
The Springfield Echelon: Tactical To the Max
The Echelon performed admirably on the range. It kicked brass all day and delivered more than adequate performance. It's not a custom race gun, but it seems like it's very well thought out. They accomplished a gun that's brilliant in the basics of firearm design. The Echelon delivers excellent accuracy, great ergonomics, and a smooth recoil experience.
Traditions 1873 Single-Action Liberty: A Review
The Traditions 1873 Single-Action Liberty Model is a fantastic example of the gun maker’s work in keeping the guns of the past alive, and we reviewed it. Here’s what we found out about the 1873 Single-Action Liberty and why we think it’s worth a closer look — revolver lover or not.
Maxpedition Mongo Versipack: Monstrously Mammoth Manbag!
The Maxpedition Mongo Versipack is a versatile and durable bag with limitless uses. Furthermore, it does all this without being bulky, cumbersome, or breaking the bank.
Grand Power Q1 9mm Handgun: A Review
The Q 100 striker-fired series of handguns has been around for a while. They offer interchangeable grip modules, which were made popular in the US by Sig Sauer. But Grand Power was doing this long before Sig and they have a reputation for thinking outside the box. Grand Power weapons are made in Slovakia with most of their firearms being exported to other countries. Global Ordnance is the importer of Grand Power weapons, which is marked on all US-imported Grand Power guns.
HK USP Compact Vs. Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro
Is it fair to compare the HK USP Compact to the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro? After all, the USP Compact was introduced in 1996, and the Hellcat Pro was only recently introduced and is fairly new on the market.
Top 5 Holsters for Glock 19 Pistols: A Buyer’s Guide
When you purchase your first handgun, you think the hard part is over. But in reality, shopping for holsters is even more overwhelming than handguns because there are seemingly endless options including outside-the-waistband belt holsters, inside-the-waistband holsters, shoulder holsters, and more. It's my goal, though, to break it down a bit and help find the right holster for you.
Ruger LCP II vs Beretta 21A: Rootin Tootin Rimfire Pistols
Two of the only modern semi-auto pocket pistols in .22LR are the Beretta 21A Bobcat and the Ruger LCP II in .22LR. These micro-sized pistols are pocket-sized and are the only two micro-sized pistols in .22LR on the market at the moment. Which is better? That's the conundrum I had. I wanted a pocket carry .22LR but wasn't sure which to get, so I bought both. Now I can fully answer which is better, and if you're in my dilemma, you'll have an answer.
Need A Backpack? Top 5 Picks from Little to Big
It really depends on what you plan to do with a bag. One could work for everything, or you may want a different bag for different tasks.
The Savage Model 42: An Affordable Combination Gun
The Model 42 may not have al the charm of the blued steel and wood furniture Model 24, but it's a practical weapon for practical purposes.