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The Story Behind the SA XDM 10mm, 10,000 Round Test

The Story Behind the SA XDM 10mm, 10,000 Round Test

When the new XDM came up, I asked Springfield Armory if they were ready to dance. Not only did they say yes, but they knew a good ammo guy. My proposal was 10,000 rounds, every round shot on camera. That is a huge risk for a new gun, and I had no way of knowing if it would survive.

Remington's Got a New 12-Gauge Semi-Auto Firearm and New Shells

Remington’s Got a New 12-Gauge Semi-Auto Firearm and New Shells

Remington is following on the huge success that is the TAC-14 with a semi-auto V3 TAC-13 12-gauge firearm. The compact package weighs just under 6 pounds.

What I love & Hate About the Exodus Gunleather Paddle Holster

What I love & Hate About the Exodus Gunleather Paddle Holster

I have a love-love relationship with paddle holsters. Simply put, paddle holsters make it easy to carry and deploy a handgun. You can install a paddle holster easily, carry with stability and comfort, and draw and reholster with virtually no fuss. Granted, those attributes come at the cost of concealability, but that’s a pretty good trade-off.

Taurus Offering $35 Rebate on New Spectrum Purchases

Taurus Offering $35 Rebate on New Spectrum Purchases

Taurus USA announced this week that they are offering a rebate on the purchase of a new Spectrum micro pistol.

SIG Unveils Tomb of the Unknown Presentation, Commercial MHS Pistols

SIG Unveils Tomb of the Unknown Presentation, Commercial MHS Pistols

SIG Sauer is giving four unique M17 pistols to the U.S. Army 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment – The Old Guard – for the Tomb Guard Sentinels. Each pistol is engraved differently to represent the Sentinel creed. The four guns, Silence, Respect, Dignity and Perseverance, have alloy frames with wood grip inserts, a big departure from [...]

What I Love & Hate About the BriteStrike Brite-Blade Tactical Lighted Survival Knife

What I Love & Hate About the BriteStrike Brite-Blade Tactical Lighted Survival Knife

Multi-function tools are usually modified pliers with a built-in secondary blade. But the (hereafter the TLSK) is a multi-function tool that keeps the knife primary. It’s also packed with useful secondary tools, making it a great choice for those of you who like to travel light — but prepared. BriteStrike markets this tool to first [...]

What I Love & Hate About the SIG Sauer P239

What I Love & Hate About the SIG Sauer P239

Last week, I expressed my love-hate for newer, polymer guns, specifically the FMK 9C1 G2. This week, I’m giving you my love-hate of older, steel guns. My SIG Sauer P239.

Introducing the 9mm Glock 45: A Glock 19X Improved

Introducing the 9mm Glock 45: A Glock 19X Improved

Glock is officially announcing the newest model, the Glock 45. The Glock 45 is an improved version of the military’s Glock 19X for commercial and police markets.

Clay’s Guide to Urban Defense: Ep. 6 Escape From NY

Clay’s Guide to Urban Defense: Ep. 6 Escape From NY

Over the last few weeks, we have talked a lot about hardening your defensive position in case of urban unrest. Which I still believe is your best option, provided you didn’t get out in time. It has the highest survivability and is the least risky proposition. Most of the time. But the situation might force your hand, so today we are going to conclude with some tips on how to get out.

What I Love & Hate About the FMK 9C1 G2

What I Love & Hate About the FMK 9C1 G2

The FMK 9C1 G2 has dared to take on the Glock 19 as the premier mid-size polymer pistol on the market. Whether it will succeed remains to be seen. That it has the opportunity to do so is one of the great things about America and the state of the current firearms industry. In fact, [...]