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Colt's got 3 New Guns for Competition, Defense and Duty

Colt’s got 3 New Guns for Competition, Defense and Duty

Meet the Colt Competition, 2016 Lightweight Commander and Expanse M4 Colt has announced three new additions to their catalog to kick of the new year, two 1911s and an AR-15, all at solid price points that are sure to please. They are the Colt Competition Pistol, Colt Lightweight Commander and the wallet-friendly Expanse M4 carbine. [...]

The Polycase Inceptor ARX ammo was the gentlest of the bunch when it came to recoil.

New Crimson Trace Laserguard Springfield XD-S – Review – SHOT Show 2016

Springfield Armory has a dedication to concealed carry. They’ve now taken that to the next level with the Crimson Trace Laser Guard. What do you get when you put a laser on a compact powerhouse like the XD-S? Even more speed and assurance. Read our review.

Force on Force Perfected--Walther's PPQ GBB

Force on Force Perfected–Walther’s PPQ GBB

Looking for a way to take your handgun skills to the next level? You have to get off the range. The Walther PPQ GBB LE Blue is the perfect option for Walther fans, and for many others, too. Force-on-force training has just gotten much more practical.

The Smith & Wesson Victory standard model.

We Shoot the New Smith & Wesson Victory .22 LR Pistol

Just in time for SHOT Show, Smith & Wesson has announced the Victory in 22 LR, and we’ve got one in for review. Check out the latest take on rimfire from S&W. This is one impressive gun, and the price is easy to handle.

I tested several common self-defense loads with widely varying bullet weights.

We Shoot the New .40 S&W XD-S from Springfield Armory

When the XD-S hit the scene, Springfield Armory knew they had a winner. The thin .45 ACP redefined how many thought of concealed carry. Then they built one in 9mm. And now they’ve rounded out the collection with the .40 S&W, which we’ve taken for a test-drive.

Shooting History: 1913 Production Colt 1911 - Old Gun Review

6 New Year’s Resolutions for a Fitter Colt in 2016

If Colt was a person, that person stopped going to the gym a long time ago. It’s time for Colt to make some New Year’s resolutions and get back in shape.

We Shoot the Ruger American Pistol--Review

We Shoot the Ruger American Pistol–Review

Brand new from Ruger–a new polymer framed pistol. The Ruger American Pistol is going to shake things up. So how does the new gun stack up? We’ve got one in for review.

SIG SAUER’S Classic P225 Re-Born

SIG SAUER’S Classic P225 Re-Born

Looking for a compact single-stack that runs like a much bigger gun? Check out the SIG P225-A1. In a year full of compact 9mms, this one offers something different.

Shooting History: The Colt Woodsman

Shooting History: The Colt Woodsman

Like most Colt Automatic Pistols, John Browning had a hand in the design of the Woodsman. I say he had a hand in it because this one was not designed by him alone. Still, nothing runs like an old Colt.

The Galil Ace--7.62 x 39 Perfected

The Galil Ace–7.62 x 39 Perfected

There’s nothing wrong with a good AK-47. But rifle design has continued to evolve. So what would a truly modern AK look like? I’m not talking about an AK with some plastic quad rails–I’m talking about the Galil Ace. Well, the wait is over. They’re finally state-side. And they kick ass.