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.
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Springfield Armory TRP 4.25” CC Review: A Bobtail 1911
BY Robert Sadowski Published: May 25, 2025 { 4 comments }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?
BY Aaron Goodfellow Published: May 10, 2025 { 3 comments }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 [...]
Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Yes, it Matters
BY Kat Ainsworth Published: May 8, 2025 { 8 comments }With the way constitutional—or permitless—carry is getting so common, it’s understandable that you might believe reciprocity doesn’t matter anymore.
Eberlestock FADE Collection: Concealed Carry Without the Tactical Look
BY True Pearce Published: March 30, 2025 { 2 comments }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 [...]
California Legal CCW Guns – Glock vs. SIG. vs S&W
BY Brian Jensen Published: March 23, 2025 { 4 comments }Due to our laws, we have a limited selection of what we can buy here in California.
Ruger LCR .32 H&R Magnum – A Gun & Caliber Whose Time Has Come
BY Rob Garrett Published: February 23, 2025 { 23 comments }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.
HK CC9 is Made in USA! — SHOT Show 2025
BY Riley Baxter Published: January 28, 2025 { 0 comments }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.
The Best Snub Nose Revolvers
BY Travis Pike Published: January 11, 2025 { 11 comments }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
BY Kat Ainsworth Published: January 11, 2025 { 1 comment }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?









