I’ll share my Christmas list with you, just for fun – or in case you’re looking for ideas of your own to begin hinting at – or maybe because there is an enthusiast on your list and you need ideas. Whatever the interest, here are the top five that come to mind for me this season.
1911
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Remington Showcases New ‘RP45’ and Longslide 10mm 1911
Updated: October 26, 2016Remington’s new handguns include a polymer-framed ,striker-fired double-stack pistol chambered for .45 ACP and the a longslide 1911 chambered for 10mm Auto.
Clay Martin: Marine Special Operators Trash 1911 for Glock 19!
Updated: October 4, 2016Finally, even the dinosaurs over at Mother Corps have woken up to the facts. The 1911 is a terrible choice for a combat handgun…
Gear Review: Handy AR-15, 1911 and Shotgun Micro MultiTools for under $20
Updated: September 28, 2016We take a look at three Real Avid keychain multitools for ARs, 1911s and shotguns. These lightweight tools are easy on the wallet and make great gifts.
‘Spectacular’ Remington Bicentennial Celebration Set at Auction
Updated: September 22, 2016Remington is celebrating two centuries of business with a gorgeous trio of their best designs with their Bicentennial Set at auction with James D. Julia.
An Everyday Carry .50? Guncrafter Industries Custom No. 3 FRAG 1911
Updated: August 26, 2016The commander-sized No. 3 FRAG pistol from Guncrafter Industries brings some heavy-duty firepower to an EDC-ready 1911 pistol.
Best of a Bad Situation: .22s for Self-Defense?
Updated: July 28, 2016Ultimately the only good reason to go with .22 for self-defense is that it is your last, best, and only option. The truth is that it’s rarely the only option.
Weapon Light or Flashlight? The Answer is Obvious.
Updated: July 21, 2016If you focus on any aspect of gun culture long enough, you’ll find that it’s all up for debate. 9mm v. .45, AR v. AK … flashlight v. weapon light.
A 100-Yard 1911: Republic Forge Longslide 10mm—Full Test
Updated: July 8, 2016The Longslide 10mm 1911 from Republic Forge makes for not only great close-range performance but can also be pushed out to 100 yards distance due to its power and accuracy.
Ruger’s New 9mm SR1911 Lightweight Commander
Updated: July 6, 2016Ruger’s expanding their wildly popular SR1911 series with a new Lightweight Commander-style single stack chambered for 9mm Luger.