Reviews
A Quality Pocket Pistol: Springfield Armory’s 911
Springfield Armory is known for their 1911s and their pocket-sized 9mms and .45s. Now they're adding the .380 back into the mix. So what's the skinny on the 911?
Mark Your Magazines: How to keep your gear!
If you ever shoot with others, like we typically do in classes and on the range, I'd suggest marking your magazines. Here are some simple tips.
The Mossberg Shockwave 590M – Mag Fed Madness
More mag-fed madness. This time, it is a deep dive into the Mossberg Shockwave. What can you do with a scattergun with increased capacity and a funky grip?
The SIG 556R – Sig’s Swiss AK wanna-be
Fans of the AR-15 platform have been looking for that perfect AR/AK hybrid for years. Every company gets at least one attempt at a 7.63x39. Sig made a solid rifle with their 556R, but how well does it stack up?
The Tac 14 Vs. Shockwave – Battle of the Mini Shotguns
Technically these guns aren’t shotguns, so maybe my title is misleading. They fit most of the technical terms for shotguns, but legally since they’ve never had a stock, they aren’t shotguns. These ‘firearms’ captured American shooters with their NFA defying nature in 2017. I own both and love really love the concept, but which gun […]
The Rock Island Armory VR60 – Affordable Firepower
Looking for a fully functional semi-auto shotgun? Check out The Rock Island Armory VR60. This box-fed beast is a bargain, too.
Putting Three Great 9mm Self-Defense Rounds to the Test
Finding the right ammunition for everyday carry can require a lot of testing. Fortunately for you, we do a lot of testing. Here are some of the stand-out 9mm rounds and the data to back up some impressive gel tests.
Winning with the Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory
There are numerous rimfire pistols on the market. While Smith & Wesson isn't new to the game, they haven't focused on these .22s the way some companies have. That seems to be changing. Their new Victory is worth a look.
Does the Smith & Wesson Governor Really Shoot Shotgun Shells and Bullets?
Has any gun been hyped more than the handguns that shoot shotshells? The Governor makes big claims about performance, but how well does it do all of the things it claims it can do? .410 shells, .45 LC?
FN’s Fast and Tiny Five-Seven Pistol
While pistol aficionados were debating the merits of the 9mm and the .45 ACP, FN offered up something smaller, and much faster. The 5.7x28mm, for those who haven't shot the tiny round, completely different. And it has its uses.