This or This? Striker vs DAO for Pocket Carry

This or This? Striker vs DAO for Pocket Carry — Richard Nance and James Tarr debate which type of trigger system is best for a pocket carry gun.

August 15, 2017 By Handguns Online Staff

Richard Nance and James Tarr debate which type of trigger system is best for a pocket carry gun.

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