The CZ Shadow 2 Carry brings the heart of a match gun to an EDC-sized package. It keeps the ergonomics and shootability that made the Shadow line a favorite, then trims the footprint to Glock-19 territory and adds a drop-safe, decocker-equipped SA/DA system that makes sense for concealment.
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CZ Shadow 2 Carry Review: Competition DNA Meets Daily Carry
BY True Pearce Published: August 31, 2025 { 3 comments }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.
The PX-5.7 Pistol from SDS Arms
BY Brian McCombie Published: May 18, 2025 { 6 comments }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.
Smith & Wesson Model 10 is Back! Full Review
BY Jim Maybrick Published: April 12, 2025 { 5 comments }The Smith & Wesson Model 10 has been in production since 1899 and with good reason. The new No Lock model is an excellent return to form.
Springfield Armory Shakes Up The TRP Lineup
BY Aaron Goodfellow Published: March 25, 2025 { 8 comments }The TRP has only been offered in 45 ACP and 10mm and only with iron sights. That is changing and you can get TRP handguns chambered in 9mm
Kings River Custom Phoenix Fighting Gun – Good To Ride The River With!
BY Rob Garrett Published: March 23, 2025 { 6 comments }Kings River Custom may be a new name in the business, but the founders have decades of experience building these pistols.
Testing the Gen5 Glock 17L MOS
BY Garrett Negen Published: March 16, 2025 { 4 comments }For decades Glock has been synonymous with simplistic reliability. Their no-frills pistols have been depended on by militaries, police, and civilians throughout the world.
Kimber’s Stainless II 1911: One Classy Shooter
BY Brian McCombie Published: November 17, 2024 { 7 comments }First, this is a high-quality 1911, chambered in .38 Super, and is very accurate. This reliable semi-automatic action sports a first-class trigger, fine sights, and many more positive features.
CZ P09 C Nocturne, What We Didn’t Like!
BY True Pearce Published: August 31, 2024 { 5 comments }One of the most noticeable updates to the CZ P-09 C Nocturne is its new grip texture. CZ has improved the grip texture, which now covers more surface area, making it easier to maintain a firm hold on the pistol.
Stoeger STR 9F Review: Budget Striker-Fired Carry Contender
BY Mitchell Graf Published: August 30, 2024 { 8 comments }In this Stoeger STR 9 Review we’re going to see why the author says the STR9 is a contender for best budget striker-fired pistol.









