Plastic pistols are nothing new—the first was made by Heckler & Koch in the 1970s—and you’d be right to say there’s a glut of them on the market. Just because there are a lot of options doesn’t mean they’re all the same, though. It’s even become increasingly common for polymer pistols to be sub-$500 guns—new. [...]
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Springfield Armory TRP 4.25” CC Review: A Bobtail 1911
Published: May 25, 2025 { 4 comments }A bobtail modification consists of removing about half an inch of metal from the rear backstop and bottom of the mainspring housing.
CANiK METE MC9 Prime Review
Published: May 18, 2025 { 4 comments }The newly released CANiK METE MC9 Prime represents the most feature-packed iteration of the METE line to date.
The PX-5.7 Pistol from SDS Arms
Published: May 18, 2025 { 9 comments }I ran 150 rounds of 5.7x28mm ammunition through the Tisas PX-5.7 semi-automatic pistol. It proved itself a solid, reliable firearm during my shooting.
Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide
Published: May 17, 2025 { 0 comments }Today, we will dissect both terms and compare and contrast DA and SA revolvers.
Choosing Between Semi-Automatic and Revolvers
Published: May 8, 2025 { 8 comments }Most people trying to choose between a semi-automatic and a revolver will typically be new gun owners who will likely be trying to figure out which gun will be easier to use.
Comprehensive Guide to Handgun Types
Published: April 20, 2025 { 0 comments }We’ve done it. We’ve given you a comprehensive guide to the most common handgun types in the United States.
Best Handguns: Annual and Usage-Based Guide
Published: April 15, 2025 { 0 comments }How would you do it if you were to break down the evolution of handguns and choose the best handguns ever?
Smith & Wesson Model 10 is Back! Full Review
Published: April 12, 2025 { 5 comments }The Smith & Wesson Model 10 has been in production since 1899 and with good reason. The new No Lock model is an excellent return to form.
Do Tip-Ups Make Sense?
Published: April 12, 2025 { 8 comments }Over the years, plenty of claims about tip-up guns have been made, and after owning and shooting more than five different calibers through a dozen different guns, I think it’s time we see if these claims hold water.









