The SIG P226 TacOps earned its reputation the hard way, with training, hard use, and more than 1,000 rounds without a failure in this original test. More than a decade later, Legion, SAO, E2-style grips, optic-ready models, X-Fives, and the P320 have changed the shopping landscape, but not the basic question: Is the old-school hammer-fired P226 still worth the money?
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Can Cannon’s Grappling Hook in Action
Published: May 14, 2016 { 15 comments }The Can Cannon is back, and has the blessing of the BATFE. X Products sent us a new one for review, and they included their latest accessory: a grappling hook. We’re just back from the range–check out what this beast can do.
Why We’re Our Own Worst Enemy: Ep. 1 Airport Carry
Published: April 27, 2016 { 41 comments }The TSA announced this week that they confisctaed 73 guns from carry on bags in American airports. In one week. This shocking number would support the argument often made by gun-grabbers that we, supposedly responsible gun owners, are actually mindless idiots. What can be done?
The Thompson M1927A1 from Auto Ordnance
Published: April 24, 2016 { 40 comments }The Thompson. This is an epic and storied gun. So how does it handle on the range? Exceptionally well. In a world of high-speed black rifles, it is a privileged to take a Thompson to the range. And Auto-Ordnance, celebrating the 100th year of the Thompson, is giving this one away (along with a matched 1911A1). Read our review and enter to win.
Mother’s Day is Coming–Chic Lady for your Mom?
Published: April 23, 2016 { 4 comments }If you know someone who likes girlie guns, I’ve got just the thing. The Chic Lady from Charter Arms. It even comes in a pink faux alligator case. This could be a good Mother’s Day gift idea, if the Mom in your life likes pink guns. And Charter makes them in other colors, too–some of which are traditionally manly.
Shoot-out: Colt Python vs. Smith & Wesson 686
Published: April 16, 2016 { 94 comments }Looking for a .357? We’re shooting two of the best–the Smith & Wesson 686 and the Colt Python. So how do these two icons stack up against each other?
Can One Knife Do it All? The Perfect Knife Quest Update
Published: April 16, 2016 { 37 comments }Last summer, we began a quest to find the perfect knife. We’re looking for one blade that can do it all. After some false starts, we’re back with a new short list of contenders. And the one’s we’ve selected are going strong.
Win an A-O Thompson and a 1911: GunsAmerica Giveaway
Published: April 10, 2016 { 239 comments }GunsAmerica is honored to bring you our latest giveaway: a matched set of classic .45 ACPs. One winner will get this 1927A1 Thompson, and a 1911A1. These commemorative beauties are being made in limited numbers to mark the 100th anniversary of Auto-Ordnance, and you could win. Check out the details…
5 Dead Giveaways that Out Concealed Carry
Published: April 9, 2016 { 131 comments }Your gun may be concealed, but the fact that you carry a gun may not be. Here are five signs that others see that are dead giveaways.
On a Tight Budget? The SCCY 9mm
Published: April 6, 2016 { 127 comments }Looking for a low-cost 9mm that actually works? Check out the SCCY. This is one of those rare gems that almost everyone can afford, and they have lifetime. So what does a $225 9mm look like, and is it worth the money?