GunsAmerica Product Reviews – Pistols

The best SIG Sauer pistols run from the micro-compact that rewrote concealed carry to a hammer-fired duty classic, a factory 2011, and a rimfire trainer that feels like the real thing. SIG builds more handgun variants than almost anyone, which is great for choice and confusing for buyers. This guide sorts it out. Our writers [...]

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First shots on the new Gen 6 G17, G19, and G45 show real gains in grip, optics mounting, and controls without changing the Glock DNA. It feels updated yet instantly familiar.

Beretta finally gives the Bobcat a real modernization with the 20X, and it shows. We shot both side by side to see if the new gun truly fixes the 21A’s quirks or just dresses them up.

If you want a compact 9mm that shoots flatter than most pistols out of the box, try the Archon Type B Gen 2.

As a fan of polymer pistols, I’m pleased to report the Canik Mete MC9 Prime not only meets but exceeds its price point (and then some).

The Witness2311 Match X served me well and was reliable. I even outshot people with their full-custom builds in USPSA matches.

The CZ Shadow 2 Carry brings the heart of a match gun to an EDC-sized package. It keeps the ergonomics and shootability that made the Shadow line a favorite, then trims the footprint to Glock-19 territory and adds a drop-safe, decocker-equipped SA/DA system that makes sense for concealment.

A BBQ gun is a handgun that you show off. It’s the type of pistol that ranges in looks from ostentatious to damn gorgeous, reflecting the owner’s sense of taste and personality. It can be engraved, wear a luxurious finish, and have a grip made from exotic material.