The LCP II fixed nearly everything shooters complained about on Ruger’s original pocket .380, except one glaring problem: the sights. Then the LCP MAX arrived with better sights, 10+1 capacity, and almost no penalty in size or weight.
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5 Micro Compacts That Punch Way Above Their Size
Published: October 22, 2026 { 25 comments }The best micro compact pistols cram serious capacity, real shootability, and everyday carry comfort into guns that almost disappear under a shirt. From the SIG P365X to the Wilson Combat SFX9, these five tiny carry pistols prove small does not have to mean helpless.
Best Pocket Holsters (2026): DeSantis, Galco, Recluse & More
Published: September 18, 2026 { 16 comments }With pocket carry, there may be some issues with printing, yes, but with the right holster, it’s just a bulge in your pocket perhaps caused by a phone or a wallet or whatever.
Best Night Sights for Handguns (2026): Tritium Picks
Published: September 14, 2026 { 9 comments }Here are my top five night sights for handguns, in no particular order. Just for the sake of comparison, the sights listed are all for a Glock 19. If you have the proper tools, you can install these yourself, but professional installation is recommended.
Best Pistol Lasers (2026): Laser/Light Combos, Grips & More
Published: August 31, 2026 { 5 comments }We are not too far from the time when most handguns will have lasers as integrated aiming systems. Until then, we will continue to enjoy several types of add-on laser aiming systems, each with various pros and cons.
Best Handguns for Left-Handed Shooters (2026)
Published: August 26, 2026 { 12 comments }These handguns aren’t just “lefty-friendly”; they’re designed to let you run the gun efficiently, confidently, and without compromise.
Best Folding Knives (2026): EDC, Tactical & Premium
Published: July 15, 2026 { 31 comments }We’re gun people, but if we gun people are anything, we’re also knife people. And if there’s any tool that virtually every one of us is carrying, it’s a folding knife.
FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn’t Quit
Published: July 11, 2026 { 16 comments }The FN Reflex combines a surprisingly good trigger, .85-inch best-group accuracy, and flawless reliability in a palm-sized carry gun. This little 9mm ran clean, dirty, and gritty without giving us the first problem.
Best Shooting Ear Protection (2026): Muffs & Earbuds
Published: June 17, 2026 { 8 comments }Three sets of electronic ear muffs, one set of electronic ear buds and one set of custom molded ear plugs demonstrate how much hearing protection has improved in a short time and why you should consider one of my top five modern ways to protect your hearing.
Father’s Day Gear Guide: Dad Stuff That Works
Published: June 14, 2026 { 0 comments }This Father’s Day gear guide skips the gimmicks and sticks to tested packs, tools, blades, lights, gloves, medical gear, and a dryfire training kit that actually work. If Dad shoots, travels, fixes things, or just likes being prepared, this list has teeth.









