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Verdict: the Canik Mete MC9 Prime ran with zero malfunctions in our testing, shot every group at 10 yards into just over an inch, and the integral comp kept it flat enough for Mitchell Graf to dump 17 rounds on a silhouette in 3.47 seconds. The tradeoffs are aggressive stippling that chews on skin during [...]

I ran 150 rounds of 5.7x28mm ammunition through the Tisas PX-5.7 semi-automatic pistol. It proved itself a solid, reliable firearm during my shooting. 

On the MAG website, MAG-40 is rightly described as an immersion class. When you take MAG-40 it’s like drinking from a fire hose—information comes at you nonstop and it’s impossible to hold onto it all.

Designed with input from competitive shooters and machined from a single block of billet aluminum, the C-4 stands out from the smoother, slab-sided forends common to most chassis designs.

I’ve seen a few actual fights. As a physician, I’ve seen the aftermath lots of times. In the real world, real-life close combat is typically ugly, fast, and inelegant.

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 [...]

The Mossberg 590A1 Compact Cruiser features an optic, rail, side saddle, magazine extension, and even a mini shell adapter from Defender Tactical.

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

If you’ve ever had trouble picking up a red dot quickly on a bright sunny day, green might be worth a shot.