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Ready to Strike: The New .38 Special Colt Cobra – Full Review.

Colt Cobra vs. King Cobra: Which One Wins in 2026?

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Colt brought the Cobra back as a soft-shooting six-shot .38 Special, then followed it with the harder-hitting .357 Magnum King Cobra. We revisit the original Cobra review and break down which stainless Snake Gun makes the most sense in 2026.

Wally West: A Good Guy with a Gun

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Much like insurance, I don’t carry a firearm because I ever expect to use it. I keep a gun handy in the rare event that there are no other options available.

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GForce Arms Exodus: Affordable Carry

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The GForce Arms Exodus is a 9mm compact handgun designed for self-defense applications. It’s made for both form and function.

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The Reasonable Person: The Legalese of Self-Defense

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Carrying a firearm to defend your life comes with certain responsibilities, and one of those is understanding the laws and regulations.

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Anderson Kiger 9C: The Polymer Pony Pistol

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The Anderson Kiger 9C is a gun that’s been met with skepticism by many—and understandably so—but it’s also one that’s done surprisingly well. So, just how good is the Kiger 9C?

Staccato C Full Review: Conceal, Compete, and Conquer!

Staccato C Full Review: Conceal, Compete, and Conquer!

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Over the past few months, I’ve been thoroughly testing the Staccato C. I’ve competed in a 3-gun match, carried it concealed, and even used it at the Staccato-sponsored Area 4 USPSA Championship.

Beretta's 92 Compact INOX Model.

Beretta 92 Compact: A Classic Reborn

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The Beretta 92 Compact (like this Beretta 92 Compact with rail INOX) is a classic reborn, channeling its double/single action predecessor.

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Firearms For Home Defense – The Pros, Cons, & Easy Buttons

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Home defense is always a fun topic. It’s one that we often overthink, but for good reason. Our home is our sanctuary, our hideaway, our safe space.

Jury Rules Man Shot In Self-Defense During April Mall Shooting

Jury Delivers Verdict for Man Who Shot YouTube Prankster — Correct Decision?

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Delivery driver involved in April mall shooting found not guilty by Virginia jury who ruled it self-defense last week. 

Texas Homeowner Shoots Drunk Intruder

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According to reports from KENS5, the intruder mistakenly thought the house was his own.