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Pistol Compensator

What Is A Pistol Compensator?

The pistol compensator has grown rapidly in popularity over the last decade. Once mostly seen in competitive shooting circles and custom 1911 builds, compensators are now widely used on everyday carry pistols, home-defense setups, and duty firearms. Their streamlined appearance, measurable performance benefits, and compatibility with modern threaded-barrel pistols have made them one of the […]

Ruger PC Carbine

Ruger PC Carbine Review

If you’ve been considering a pistol caliber carbine (PCC), then you’ve probably heard about the Ruger PC Carbine. In this guide, we’ll take a detailed look at the Ruger PC Carbine — we try to cover everything: the specs, the accuracy, the new features, and the pros and cons.  The Ruger PC Carbine has been […]

Pistol Red Dot Optics

Pistol Red Dot Optics

Over the past few years, pistol red dot sights have evolved from niche (and weird) add-ons to near-essential components for many pistol owners. What began as an accessory reserved for specialized shooters is now finding its way onto more handguns. They appeal to both seasoned experts and new gun owners, especially for concealed carry and […]

Glock 42 Review

Glock 42 Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick I can still remember when the Glock 42 was announced and how much its emergence disrupted the firearms industry. The Model 42 was Glock’s very first .380 caliber pistol and the smallest gun Glock had ever made. I remember this vividly because I was a year into being able to carry a […]

Popular Handgun Types

Popular Handgun Types

By Guy J. Sagi Handguns come in more varieties, models, and makes than ever before. Today’s wide selection of popular handgun types can be intimidating as new enthusiasts try to figure out what to buy. It comes down to how they’ll use it, fit and personal preference. Armed with some basic knowledge it’s easier to […]