Always pressed for weapons, the Germans employed no less than twenty-two major handgun types during World War 2.The Nazis got their guns wherever they could find them. Quality ranged from impeccable to abysmal with everything in between. The Germans issued more than 300,000 Browning Hi Powers made under occupation in Belgium. Designated the Pistole 640(b) in Wehrmacht parlance, the Hi Power was arguably the finest combat handgun of the war.
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German Combat Pistols – Did the Guys Who Brought Us the Tiger Tank Really Think This was Enough Gun?
Published: June 1, 2018 { 45 comments }
Springfield’s New 911 Is the 1911-Style .380 Perfected
Published: June 1, 2018 { 25 comments }Sometimes, as the tagline goes for Springfield’s new 911, the police are minutes away, the threat is seconds away, and you’re your own first responder—whether you want to be or not. Springfield’s new 911 may look like other sub-compact 1911-style 380s, but it handles better than any I’ve shot. The engineers at Springfield tweaked the mini-1911 design to minimize felt recoil, improve ergonomics, and provide a clearer sight picture even in the most stressful situations. Plus, it’s a great looking gun. The 911 stands out among the crowds of striker-fired handguns, and it won’t fail to deliver in a crisis.
Bluntforce’s MK1 Savage Pistol Bayonet is Something to See
Published: May 31, 2018 { 23 comments }Before you start to laugh, get this. The MK1 Savage is sold out! That’s right. “Due to the extremely high demand we are currently sold out but hope to have more units in stock within the next few months,” said Craig.
Upgrading the SIG P365: Life-Changing 12-Round Mags and A Comfy Holster
Published: May 30, 2018 { 49 comments }If you just purchased your SIG P365 you need to do two things: get a comfortable holster and a few 12-round extended magazines. Both are life-changing.
Springfield Armory XD-E Unboxed at the Gun Counter
Published: May 30, 2018 { 21 comments }We unbox the Springfield Armory XD-E. The hammer-fired SA/DA polymer pistol purpose-built for concealed carry and home defense.
Hi-Point Touts Toughness, Affordability of Pistol & Carbine Combo
Published: May 24, 2018 { 12 comments }“The result is a great robust, accurate, hard hitting, cost effective magazine compatible combination gun set at a FULL RETAIL of only $538 that is warranted for life to the gun (not just the original buyer),” said Hi-Point.
Touring the CMP: A Look into the First Batch of M1911s
Published: May 23, 2018 { 84 comments }The National Rifle Association’s American Rifleman got the first crack at the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s military surplus 1911s.
Feeling Out the New Beretta APX Compact & APX Centurion
Published: May 6, 2018 { 5 comments }The Beretta APX Compact and APX Centurion are Beretta’s Glock 26 and Glock 19, respectively. That’s what they were designed to do. Compete with the king of the polymer pistol’s mid-size and concealed carry offerings.
Springfield Armory XD-S Unboxed at the Gun Counter
Published: April 30, 2018 { 16 comments }The Springfield XD-S is the original concealed carry 45 micro pistol. It is lighter, thinner and more compact than any other conceal carry 45 on the market. Watch us unbox the XD-S at the Gun Counter.
U.S. Handgun Used in Two World Wars; It Isn’t a 1911
Published: April 27, 2018 { 27 comments }Overall the Colt 1917 is a very interesting revolver. It was a stop-gap sidearm that ended up with American troops in two world wars. 1917 revolvers, both Colt and Smith & Wesson, can usually be found for reasonable amounts of money (especially in comparison to other US military revolvers, or WWI 1911s). They are not difficult to find suitable ammunition for, and they’re strong enough to enjoy some range time with. So if you’re looking for a WWI handgun to add to your collection, consider one of these old Colts.