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bond arms stinger 22 lr

22 LR: Self-Defense Round or Not

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The question of whether 22 LR is a good idea for self-defense used has more than one answer. Let’s break it down one piece at a time.

Springfield Armory TRP 4.25” CC Review: A Bobtail 1911 

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A bobtail modification consists of removing about half an inch of metal from the rear backstop and bottom of the mainspring housing.

Sig 1911-X, An Unfair Torture Test?

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Estimated reading time: 10 minutes Many people believe that the 1911 is one of the best handguns ever made. With renewed interest in the 1911 caused by the explosion of 2011s, different calibers, and optics choices, Sig Sauer’s 1911-X lineup has entered the chat. I recently had the chance to get my hands on a [...]

mossberg pistol

Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Yes, it Matters

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With the way constitutional—or permitless—carry is getting so common, it’s understandable that you might believe reciprocity doesn’t matter anymore.

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Eberlestock FADE Collection: Concealed Carry Without the Tactical Look

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The world of concealed carry just got a major upgrade thanks to Eberlestock’s brand-new FADE Collection. Designed for everyday use without screaming “tactical,” this line of discreet carry gear blends urban functionality with the rugged performance Eberlestock is known for. Whether you’re headed to work, traveling, fishing, or exploring the outdoors, the FADE line delivers [...]

S&W Shield

California Legal CCW Guns – Glock vs. SIG. vs S&W

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Due to our laws, we have a limited selection of what we can buy here in California. 

Ruger LCR .32 H&R magnum

Ruger LCR .32 H&R Magnum – A Gun & Caliber Whose Time Has Come

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It is fair to say that the 632/432 Ultimate Carry revolvers resurrected the .32 H&R Magnum and brought it back to the forefront of revolver shooters. 

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HK CC9 is Made in USA! — SHOT Show 2025

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Well, at SHOT Show 2025, HK just dropped something that’s definitely going to turn heads in the CCW (concealed carry weapon) world—the all-new HK CC9.

defensive revolvers

The Best Snub Nose Revolvers

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Snub nose revolvers are an American classic. These micro-sized revolvers have a proud and interesting lineage that ties back to something known as the Fitz special

Tucker Gunleather Deep Carry: Double-Stack Carry Comfort

Tucker Gunleather Deep Carry: Double-Stack Carry Comfort

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If you’re a fan of double-stack 1911s, you’ve likely been hunting for the right holster to go with it. Why not get one holster that does it all?