There’s no denying the feeling of potential instilled by a powerful handgun. And when that gun fits your hand just right, the feeling is even better. The last decade has seen a resurgence in the popularity of the .45 ACP, a round whose reputation has been built by more than a century of proven results, and the guns that fire the round keep getting smaller and better. Here are 5 .45 ACP concealed carry pistols that push the limits of form and function.
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Honored American Veterans Association Auction
Published: September 7, 2014 { 18 comments }GunsAmerica and HAVA are pleased to offer this Mossberg MMR Tactical for auction. We’ve put the rifle through our battery of review tests, and now we’re auctioning off the gun. 100% of the proceeds will go to HAVA and their efforts to help American veterans. It is a worthwhile cause and a kick-ass rifle. The auction is live now, and will close at 8:00 p.m. EST on Sept 21st.Read on for the details.
Kimber Master Carry Pro
Published: September 4, 2014 { 26 comments }Kimber’s take on the perfect concealed carry 1911 is a commander length single action with a bobbed grip and a built in laser. It draws fast, is easy to get on target, and hits hard. If you are looking for a functional 1911 that looks as good as it shoots, check out Kimber.
A New and Improved UTS-15 (New Gun Review)
Published: August 30, 2014 { 47 comments }Who makes the world’s most complete, most bad-ass combat shotgun? It is a question that will stir some heated debates. Pump guns almost always have a leg up over fickle automatics. Capacity is an issue. For civilians who don’t want to bother with registering an SBS, length is still a concern. Ultimately it comes down to two main discussion points: reliability and ergonomics. UTAS, makers of the UTS-15, hope to settle the debate once and for all. They’ve released an overhauled version of their bullpup that is shaking things up.
Alien Gear CLoak Tuck 2.0 Holsters (Review)
Published: August 24, 2014 { 8 comments }Alien Gear Holsters has an innovative design concept that sets them apart from almost every other holster maker. It begins with a genuine commitment to modularity that comes in at an almost unbelievable price point. This is possible thanks to an incredibly simple structure. And if the price doesn’t convince you try this–they will let you test drive a holster for 30 days. If that weren’t enough, they guarantee all parts. And, my favorite, if you ever decide to change the gun you’re carrying, Alien Gear will trade out the Kydex shell.
11 Year Old Girl Masters Savage .308 (Gun Review)
Published: August 21, 2014 { 17 comments }When Savage called and asked if GunsAmerica would review one of their Youth rifles, I intended to do it right and have an actual kid do the shooting. Then they asked if they could send one in Muddy Girl. While this camo pattern won’t prevent boys from shooting it, I thought I’d try to find a girl who knew her way around guns. After a few phone calls, I lined up an 11 year old. But when the rifle arrived, it was a .308. How well can an 11 year old girl handle a .308?
Mauser M12 .308 Winchester– A modern heirloom
Published: August 16, 2014 { 18 comments }The Mauser M12 is a gun that will help you get the most from your shooting ability. It won’t make you a better shooter than you are, but you’ll still shoot better because the gun is about as accurate as a gun can get. It is a well built rifle that will handle the abuse of the hunt, and one that will hold its value for generations to come.
Burris Fast Fire III
Published: August 14, 2014 { 2 comments }The Burris FastFire line of red dot sights is known for quality at a low price point. The same is true for the latest addition to the line—the FastFire III. It is practical and perfectly functional and comes in around $240. The 8 MOA dot version is ideal for a shotgun, and I we’ve beaten the hell out of this one, and I’m here to say that the FastFire can handle the abuse.
The Ruger New Bearcat–More than a Novelty
Published: August 9, 2014 { 16 comments }It seems like we are rushed more and more, all the time in our “fast food” culture. That even applies to range time, sadly. It is a lot of fun to rapid fire a polymer pistol and rip through a 30 round mag on an AR. But sometimes you just need to take your time and enjoy some slow-motion at the range. The Ruger Bearcat makes you slow down. This scaled-down single-action rimfire is great for practicing the basics and poking holes in tin cans, but it is more than a novelty.
Hornady RAPiD Safe–Hands on Review
Published: August 8, 2014 { 13 comments }How many ways do you need to get into a safe? Keys, key fobs, bracelets, key pads… anything you’d like. And they all work fast. Hornady’s RAPiD Safe has taken the bedside safe to the next level, offering fast access in a variety of entry styles. And all are fast.









