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Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision Blue Review

Brad Fitzpatrick - October 16, 2020

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Rock Island Armory XT 22 Magnum Review

Brad Fitzpatrick - October 02, 2020

Rimfire

6 Best .22 Pistols for the Money

Payton Miller - September 25, 2020

1911

For those wanting the flavor of the older Model 1911 with a touch of class, look no further than the Auto-Ordnance Case-Hardened 1911.

Auto-Ordnance Case-Hardened 1911

Stan Trzoniec - July 17, 2020

For those wanting the flavor of the older Model 1911 with a touch of class, look no further...

The Wilson Combat EXPERIOR series pistols are a unique blend of classic 1911 design with modern reliability and ergonomic enhancements that optimize overall handling and shooting performance.

Modern 1911 Pistols – Wilson Combat EXPERIOR Series

Handguns Digital Staff - December 11, 2019

The Wilson Combat EXPERIOR series pistols are a unique blend of classic 1911 design with...

The G. Madore pistol has a sense of history and emotional attachment combined with excellent performance.

G. Madore 1911

Bob Campbell - October 02, 2019

The G. Madore pistol has a sense of history and emotional attachment combined with excellent...

With the Taurus Commander 1911 you get .45 ACP power in a slightly smaller package, making it a decent option for concealed carry or home defense—and certainly just a fun gun to shoot.

Taurus Commander 1911

J. Scott Rupp - September 10, 2019

With the Taurus Commander 1911 you get .45 ACP power in a slightly smaller package, making it...

Compact

Ruger continues to produce top-quality, reasonably priced firearms for sporting and defense uses, and the Security-9 Compact with the Viridian Laser is one of them.

Ruger Security-9 Compact with Viridian Laser

Stan Trzoniec - July 10, 2020

Ruger continues to produce top-quality, reasonably priced firearms for sporting and defense...

The defensive handgun market is ripe with affordable, accurate and dependable choices, but these six compact high-capacity 9mm pistols stand out from the rest of the field.

6 Best Compact High-Capacity 9mm Handguns

Jeff John - July 08, 2020

The defensive handgun market is ripe with affordable, accurate and dependable choices, but...

The Taurus G3 9mm semiautomatic pistol is now available in a compact format: the Taurus G3c.

Taurus G3c Pistol — First Look

J. Scott Rupp - June 15, 2020

The Taurus G3 9mm semiautomatic pistol is now available in a compact format: the Taurus G3c.

The new Springfield Hellcat 9mm subcompact pistol is poised to claw its way to the top of the concealed-carry market; this detailed review will explain why. Video included!

Springfield Hellcat 9mm Review – Helluva Carry Gun

D. Faubion - September 25, 2019

The new Springfield Hellcat 9mm subcompact pistol is poised to claw its way to the top of the...

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Other

With the liberalization of concealed carry laws in many states, the demand for small, lightweight,

ATI FX45 Fatboy LW Review

Paul Scarlata - September 18, 2013

With the liberalization of concealed carry laws in many states, the demand for small,...

In 2007, Ruger introduced the SR9. In addition to being Ruger's first striker-fired handgun,

Ruger's SR Grows Up: Ruger SR45 Review

James Tarr - May 14, 2013

In 2007, Ruger introduced the SR9. In addition to being Ruger's first striker-fired handgun,

I figure in my tenure as a gunsmith I worked on about 500 1911s, and as a writer I've certainly

Smith & Wesson Performance Center 1911 Review

Patrick Sweeney - February 14, 2013

I figure in my tenure as a gunsmith I worked on about 500 1911s, and as a writer I've certainly

Like many of my contemporaries, when polymer frame pistols first hit the market, I looked upon

Snubbie Showdown: Comparing Polymer Revolvers

Paul Scarlata - December 17, 2012

Like many of my contemporaries, when polymer frame pistols first hit the market, I looked upon

Revolvers

The Smith & Wesson Model 13 revolver was a combat classic back in the day.

Smith & Wesson Model 13 Revolver

Payton Miller - July 31, 2020

The Smith & Wesson Model 13 revolver was a combat classic back in the day.

The Heritage Rough Rider revolver is the perfect vehicle for teaching, small game hunting and, of course, plinking.

Heritage Rough Rider American Flag Revolver – Beauty Shot

Stan Trzoniec - March 24, 2020

The Heritage Rough Rider revolver is the perfect vehicle for teaching, small game hunting and,...

The story of the 1917 revolver and .45 Auto Rim.

History of the 1917 Revolver and .45 Auto Rim

Bob Campbell - March 04, 2020

The story of the 1917 revolver and .45 Auto Rim.

The Ruger Wrangler is a good shooter, it's reasonably priced, and you can be sure it's going to deliver a lifetime of soda can-ventilating fun.

Ruger Wrangler Review

J. Scott Rupp - October 22, 2019

The Ruger Wrangler is a good shooter, it's reasonably priced, and you can be sure it's going...

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Rimfire

The .22LR pistol market is ripe with reliable, affordable options. This article takes a look at six of the best .22 pistols for the money.

6 Best .22 Pistols for the Money

Payton Miller - September 25, 2020

The .22LR pistol market is ripe with reliable, affordable options. This article takes a look...

If you're in the market for a 17-round, compact .22LR pistol that's feature packed, then the P17 is definitely an option for you.

KelTec P17 22LR Pistol – Feature Packed, Accurate & Fun to Shoot

Handguns Staff - August 14, 2020

If you're in the market for a 17-round, compact .22LR pistol that's feature packed, then the...

The Hopkins & Allen .22 is a well-made rimfire with a straight-through cylinder.

Old School: Hopkins & Allen .22

Bob Shell - April 10, 2019

The Hopkins & Allen .22 is a well-made rimfire with a straight-through cylinder.

The Colt Police Positive Target .22 is one of the most well-balanced rimfire revolvers you'll ever shoot.

Colt Police Positive - Still on Target

Bob Campbell - February 14, 2018

The Colt Police Positive Target .22 is one of the most well-balanced rimfire revolvers you'll...

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Reviews

The Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision Blue is a stunning new example of a tried-and-true .22 autoloader.

Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision Blue Review

Brad Fitzpatrick - October 16, 2020

The Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision Blue is a stunning new example of a tried-and-true .22...

Rock Island Armory's XT 22 Magnum is affordable to shoot, reliable and accurate.

Rock Island Armory XT 22 Magnum Review

Brad Fitzpatrick - October 02, 2020

Rock Island Armory's XT 22 Magnum is affordable to shoot, reliable and accurate.

The MP-F3, part of the new ‘Fueled by Ed Brown' series, takes the rock-solid Smith & Wesson M&P to new heights.

Ed Brown MP-3 Pistol Review

Keith Wood - September 03, 2020

The MP-F3, part of the new ‘Fueled by Ed Brown' series, takes the rock-solid Smith & Wesson...

Ruger offers not one but two Super GP100 Competitions, a 9mm and a .357/.38, for serious wheelgunners.

Ruger Super GP100 Competition Revolver Review

J. Scott Rupp - August 28, 2020

Ruger offers not one but two Super GP100 Competitions, a 9mm and a .357/.38, for serious...

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Semi-Auto

Designed for lightweight, low recoil accuracy, the CMR30 .22 WMR features a nice, single-action trigger, ambidextrous dual non-reciprocating operating handles, ambidextrous safety and heel catch magazine release.

KelTec CMR30 22WMR Review - Compact, Versatile & Fun to Shoot

Handguns Staff - August 14, 2020

Designed for lightweight, low recoil accuracy, the CMR30 .22 WMR features a nice,...

Magnum Research is bringing back the Baby Eagle, the little brother of the Desert Eagle, with the Baby Eagle III.

Return of the Magnum Research Baby Eagle

J. Scott Rupp - August 10, 2020

Magnum Research is bringing back the Baby Eagle, the little brother of the Desert Eagle, with...

The 105-year-old Ruby pistol was heavily used in World War I, and its combat ability is comparable to the Colt, Browning and Savage pistols of its time.

Ruby Pistol — .32 ACP WWI Semiautomatic

Bob Campbell - May 28, 2020

The 105-year-old Ruby pistol was heavily used in World War I, and its combat ability is...

The special edition 45th anniversary CZ 75 B is intended as a celebration of the manufacture and distribution of a pistol that has been embraced by civilian, military and law enforcement shooters around the globe.

CZ 75 B 45th Anniversary Special Edition Pistol

Stan Trzoniec - May 14, 2020

The special edition 45th anniversary CZ 75 B is intended as a celebration of the manufacture...

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