Springfield’s 4-inch SA-35 keeps the soul of the Hi Power alive while making it faster, handier, and easier to carry. If you already like the full-size gun, this trimmed-down steel 9mm may be the one that really gets under your skin.
Rob has been writing for the firearms industry for over 40 years as well as 38 years of law enforcement experience. With over 1,000 published article, he enjoys bringing a historical perspective to many of his articles. An ardent revolver enthusiast, Rob understands the practical application of the “art of the revolver.” In many articles, Rob includes ballistic testing data of many of the popular personal defense loads.
When not at the range, or pounding the keyboard, Rob enjoys spending time with his family, is active in his local church, and networking with an ever expanding group of like minded shooters.
Experience
40+ Years writing for the firearm’s industry
Retired Lieutenant with a large Georgia law enforcement agency
Avid shooter and daily practitioner
Consultant in the firearm’s space
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Ruger Blackhawk Taffin Tribute: Packin’ Perfection
Published: October 26, 2025 { 2 comments }Lipsey’s honors John Taffin with a Ruger Blackhawk Flattop Bisley in .45 Colt with a .45 ACP cylinder. We shot real .45 Colt and .45 ACP loads, checked chrono and groups, ran leather, and asked if this tribute truly earns the title Perfect Packin’ Pistol.
S&W 629 Mountain Gun Returns Better Than Ever
Published: October 12, 2025 { 11 comments }In the 1971 film, Clint Eastwood played a renegade San Francisco PD Inspector out to make a bad guy’s day! Now, almost 55 years later, the Smith & Wesson .44 Magnum is alive and well.
The 432 UC Ti – The Lightweight Ultimate” Carry
Published: September 21, 2025 { 5 comments }Discover Lipsey’s 432 UC Ti: a 13-oz .32 H&R Ultimate Carry with a titanium cylinder and pocket-ready performance.
Kings River Custom Phoenix Fighting Gun – Good To Ride The River With!
Published: March 23, 2025 { 6 comments }Kings River Custom may be a new name in the business, but the founders have decades of experience building these pistols.
Ruger LCR .32 H&R Magnum – A Gun & Caliber Whose Time Has Come
Published: February 23, 2025 { 27 comments }It is fair to say that the 632/432 Ultimate Carry revolvers resurrected the .32 H&R Magnum and brought it back to the forefront of revolver shooters.
Colt Python 2.5 Inch – Cadillac Of Snubs
Published: February 7, 2025 { 9 comments }In appearance, the new Python 2.5 Inch is almost an identical copy of the original. It retains the same graceful lines and famous vent rib that have endeared the Python to its fans.
HK VP9 A1 – The New Duo For The American Market
Published: January 3, 2025 { 4 comments }The new A1 models, which are manufactured in Germany, have the same ergonomics, trigger, reliability, and safety that the original VP9 is known for.
Is the .380 ACP Still Relevant?
Published: November 22, 2024 { 13 comments }I set out to test 10 modern .380 ACP rounds to see how they would actually perform.
HK-USA CC9 Redefines the Micro Compact Market
Published: October 16, 2024 { 27 comments }The CC9 represents a new direction and commitment from HK-USA. It is the first HK product to be conceived, designed, and built in America.