Looking for a 1911 that’s ideal for concealed carry? Want it in a caliber other than .45 ACP? Check out the Springfield Armory EMP. These come in 9mm and .40 S&W, and we’ve been pushing these hard. So how do the redesigned 1911s hold up to the reputation Springfield has established with their 5″ guns?
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Turnbull Restoration of a 1911–Step by Step
Published: February 27, 2016 { 47 comments }When should you have an old gun restored? We’ve asked the experts at Turnbull. They’ve just returned our 1911, and this is one perfect example. This gun went from Hartford to Argentina, back up to Reno and then to Turnbull. And now it looks like it would have the day it left the factory.
Honor Guard 9mm–Full Review
Published: February 21, 2016 { 50 comments }The Honor Guard, an exceptionally well thought out single-stack 9mm, is in stores now. We’ve got one in for testing, and this gun has yet to disappoint. Read our review.
The Mako Group: Trade Your EOTech Optics for Meprolights
Published: February 12, 2016 { 10 comments }For a limited time the Mako Group is taking in used EOTech optics and offering significant discounts on two popular Meprolight optics in return.
Grand Power Launching 3 New Pistols for 2016
Published: February 12, 2016 { 4 comments }Grand Power is getting three new handguns to add to their catalog this year, two guns chambered for .22 Long Rifle and a .380 ACP pistol.
New Gun Review: Springfield 1911, Loaded Parkerized with Crimson Trace
Published: February 12, 2016 { 18 comments }Springfield Armory has a new Loaded 1911. We put this Crimson Trace Laser Grip pistol through its paces. This would make a nice EDC full sized 1911.
Taurus 85 Convertible Hammer or Hammerless–Same Revolver
Published: February 11, 2016 { 14 comments }The 85 is a rock-solid revolver, but Taurus has added something special to this one. The hammer spur can be removed with a simple twist. Now the classic wheel gun can be easily converted into an even better option for concealed carry.
Kimber Rimfire Compact .22 Conversion Kit
Published: February 7, 2016 { 12 comments }Now that .22 LR isn’t so hard to find, the time is right to look at practicing your skills with less expensive ammo. And Kimber’s conversion kit rocks. If you have a compact 1911, this may be the ideal way to train with your carry gun.
Citadel 1911s In Flat Dark Earth Cerakote – In Hand Review – SHOT Show 2016
Published: January 30, 2016 { 4 comments }The entry-level 1911 market is always rich with choices, but not usually with all the extras that Legacy Sports provides with these Citadel pistols.
Silencerco’s Suppressed Pistol Continues to Evolve–SHOT Show 2016
Published: January 26, 2016 { 9 comments }Silencerco made big news this summer with the Maxim 9. The gun’s come a long way since then, and we have some updated information about the evolution of the design. Check out what we found at SHOT Show 2016.









