I’m not a cop. Never been one. Never played one on TV. And while I fully understand why this new G45 model from Glock, dubbed their “Crossover” pistol, is exactly what some departments have wanted, and what I predict more and more will adopt, I think they’ve struck handgun gold here for the civilian market as well. This baby is a shooter!
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The Charter Arms Professional, a 7-Shot .32 H&R Magnum Revolver
Published: March 19, 2019 { 20 comments }Charter Arms is breaking the mold with their latest new gun, a 7-shot small-frame revolver chambered for the unlikely .32 H&R Magnum.
Redefining the Extremes: Preparing Your Pistol for Daily Carry Conditions
Published: March 12, 2019 { 7 comments }Neglect is probably the greatest enemy of the concealed self-defense handgun. In my experience, it’s a rare one that gets fired and lubricated very frequently.
BLACKHAWK! TecGrip Magazine Holster Review
Published: March 3, 2019 { 0 comments }Concealed carry gear requires a lot of subtlety. BLACKHAWK’S TecGrip Magazine Holster helps that happen and fits both men and womens’ pants.
A Covert Gun for the 21st Century: The Cell Phone Pistol from Ideal Conceal (Full Review + Video)
Published: February 28, 2019 { 61 comments }From pen guns to umbrella guns to this insane briefcase gun from H&K, manufacturers have been finding creative ways to conceal firearms for decades. The Cell Phone Pistol (IC380) from Ideal Conceal is the latest iteration in that legacy.
While it wouldn’t be an ideal primary carry gun, the IC380 could perform well in a backup role or in those situations where a traditional EDC handgun would be impractical or inadvisable. It’s also a unique piece to add to your collection, something sure to garner attention at the range or among your gun-collecting friends.
Review: The Taurus G2c. Accurate and Functional—And Packing .40 S&W Power–for Under $300
Published: February 17, 2019 { 26 comments }“The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.” Okay, so the quote is actually (and incorrectly) attributed to Mark Twain, author of Huck Finn and many other novels. But it could as easily apply to the .40 Smith and Wesson as a self-defense caliber since reports of the caliber’s death were breathlessly hyped a couple years ago when the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced it was switching its duty sidearms from the .40 S&W to 9mm.
Kimber K6s Tactical Law Enforcement (TLE) Revolver – SHOT Show 2019
Published: February 13, 2019 { 4 comments }Kimber rejuvenated the revolver market with their introduction of the K6s just a few years back and is not slowing down with new and cool variants.
TSA Sets Record for Number of Packed Firearms Found
Published: February 7, 2019 { 10 comments }The Transport Security Administration, the TSA, found more than 4,200 improperly-checked guns in passengers’ bags last year, setting a new record.
The Ultimate Survival Tool: Exotac RipSPOOL – SHOT Show 2019
Published: February 4, 2019 { 6 comments }The RipSPOOL is small, easily fitting in a pocket or hanging from a keychain. The purpose of this product is to provide survival tools that can be kept on the person conveniently and at all times.
Hands-On with the Much-Anticipated Glock 43X – SHOT Show 2019
Published: February 3, 2019 { 9 comments }Glock showcased their Slimline series at this year’s SHOT Show and we were happy to get some first-hand experience with the new single-stack pistols.