I’ve had a concealed carry permit since the early ‘80s. Back then, my EDC was either the Smith & Wesson model 639 or the model 645 in a Galco shoulder rig that held the handgun horizontal on one side and two full extra mags on the other. But times have changed, and so have my preferred carry guns.
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H&K VP40 Review– Great Pistol with More Punch
Published: August 7, 2015 { 18 comments }The opinion of the editorial team here at GunsAmerica is unanimous: the new H&K guns are rock stars. The VP9 set itself apart as a compact design that offered full-sized control. And now, for those who want more intense ballistic performance, there is a .40 S&W model. How does the compact design handle the increased energy? Read our review…
SIG SAUER P320 Grows up – to .45 ACP (Review)
Published: July 14, 2015 { 52 comments }SIG’s P320 platform is a frontrunner in the upcoming modular handgun trials. The new .45 ACP version is a full-sized pistol that performs like the rest of the P320 line, which is winning people over. But this P320 has a couple of surprises. How will the .45 ACP version stand up to the modularity standards that define the upcoming tests? Read our review.
The HK VP40–First 100 Rounds
Published: June 18, 2015 { 4 comments }Justin Opinion has managed to get his hands on a VP40–the .40 S&W version of the wildly popular VP9. He’s put together this look at the first 100 rounds. Check it out.
Stag Model 9T–Game Changing 9mm Carbine
Published: June 6, 2015 { 25 comments }Some 9mm ARs feel a bit half baked, like the gun can’t decide if it wants to be a carbine or an AR pistol. Others cobble together parts to make the mags fit. Not this one. Stag’s new 9T is a full on rifle. There’s nothing about this gun that’s a compromise, and it may change the way you think about the pistol caliber concept.
Top 5 Inside-the-Waistband Holsters
Published: March 27, 2015 { 22 comments }When it comes to concealed carry, nothing beats in-waistband-holsters for comfort and convenience. Here are our top 5 choices for holster makers who are on the cutting edge of form and function.
Top 5 Handguns for Bugging Out
Published: March 5, 2015 { 142 comments }You have only a few minutes to gather the family, grab what you can carry and get out. You don’t know when you’ll be back. You have to rely on what you can carry on your body – no guarantee that you’ll even make it far in your vehicle. What gun do you want on your hip?
DEADLY FORCE: Understanding Your Right to Self Defense –Book Review
Published: February 18, 2015 { 3 comments }The responsibilities of those who carry concealed don’t end at the range. Massad Ayoob is an expert on the legal issues that govern when and how we defend ourselves and others. This book is a must read for those who take self defense seriously.
Top 5 .45s for Home Defense
Published: January 13, 2015 { 111 comments }Choosing a gun for home defense can be tricky. Few people choose to wear their home defense pistols concealed, so guns chambered in .45 ACP are a popular choice. We’ll take a look at 5 of the most popular choices for full-sized .45s, and look at what makes each a solid choice for home defense.
When the Weather Outside is Frightful–5 Ideas
Published: December 11, 2014 { 0 comments }When the weather outside is frightful, it is up to you to find something productive to do. You can sit around watching reruns of Magnum P.I., or you can do something that will help hone your skills. No excuses. Here are five ideas for what to do when the weather gets you down.









