Semi-Autos

Rotary action pistols are somewhat rare when compared against more traditional tilting barrel designs. With a rotary-action pistol, the results are similar, but the method differs. The barrel and slide still remain locked together for a hot second until pressure drops. However, as the slide travels back, the barrel rotates, rather than tilts, to unlock from the slide.

I have had the opportunity to evaluate over a dozen guns from Wilson, and the quality, fit, and finish never disappoints. For many years, a Wilson Combat CQB was on my list of pistols to add to my daily rotation. I never got around to ordering one and at this time, and I’m glad I put it off. In my mind, there is a new king and that is the X-TAC Elite.

“Why do I carry a .45? Because they don’t make a .46!” is one of the popular sayings among large caliber enthusiasts, almost right up there with, “…because shooting twice is just silly.” We’ve all seen and heard them – and some of us will even admit to haven said them. Well, folks they may still not make a .46 – but guess what? You can get a Glock in .50!

There will always be some companies producing sub-$250 handguns. However, for those who want something a bit higher end, there will always be a handgun waiting out there marketed for the discriminating shooter. The HKP30L is one of those types of guns.

In the crowded market of sub-compact 9mm pistols, the Taurus PT 111 Millennium G2 stands apart with an impressive list of features and very attractive retail price.

The Arex Rex Zero 1S combines SIG-style features with a distinctly 1911-style feature into a rugged and reliable self-defense firearm.

The commander-sized No. 3 FRAG pistol from Guncrafter Industries brings some heavy-duty firepower to an EDC-ready 1911 pistol.

The .380 ACP Ruger LCP Custom packs in a whole host of custom-style upgrades and features over the standard LCP pistol, and all for just a mere $10 extra over the price of the original.

For those who want all the advantages of a red dot on their pistol, Springfield Armory is answering the call early on by offering a new version of their time-proven and hugely popular XDM pistol. It is called the OSP for “Optical-Sight Pistol.”