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Cimarron’s Wild Bunch 1911
There are many like it, but the Cimarron 1911 Wild Bunch stands alone. Check out why Bob Campbell recommends this particular model 1911 for Cowboy Action Shooting.
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Get firearm and ammunition test reports with our range reports section. More than just reviews, we take products out for a spin so you can see how they perform.
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Range Report: Smith and Wesson SD40
Searching for a new reliable handgun within a tight budget isn’t as hard as you may think. Bob Campbell reviews the Smith & Wesson SD 40 .40 caliber pistol and proves its accuracy, concluding it makes a great gun for self-defense.
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Range Report: Springfield Range Officer Compact 1911
A few years ago, Springfield Armory introduced a pistol that became a great success. The Range Officer is a first-class target pistol well worth its modest price, offering a match-grade barrel and accuracy potential that will win any match. Recently, Springfield has offered the concept in a downsized 1911. Does it live up to Springfield Armory 1911’s legacies? Read to find out in this range report.
Firearms
Range Report: The ‘1911 Commander’ Way
The Colt 1911 Government Model served law enforcement well for a long time. However, there was one complaint—it was too large and heavy for carrying comfortably. Even before World War II, Colt experimented with smaller handguns. With the maturity of aluminum technology, the smaller Commander-sized 1911 was possible. Today, the Colt Commander is built from steel and proves itself an excellent carry gun. Read our range report in this post.
Firearms
SIG P220 Carry: Range Report
If you are looking for a capable personal defense handgun, the SIG P220 Carry sets new standards for reliability and accuracy.
Firearms
FNX 40—A Hard-hitting FN
While not as readily recognized as some of the other polymer frame handguns, the FNX 40 demonstrates excellent performance. This is a well-made handgun with much to recommend and you can exactly why in this article.
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Range Report: Cimarron U.S.V. Artillery — A Single Action Army Revolver for Rough Riders
More than a hundred years ago, when hopped-up Moro tribesmen wanted to introduce U.S. soldiers to bolo knives and spears, our government armed our guys in the jungle with the tried-and-true .45 Colt single-action revolver. Today, the Cimarron U.S.V. Artillery is an authentic reproduction of that firearm.
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Everyday Carry with Charter’s Pit Bull 9mm Revolver
The revolver by design — and Charter Arms’ Pit Bull in particular — is a sidearm that requires minimal training to be used effectively in defensive circumstances. Here’s more about the wheelgun.
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Stag Arms Model 1: A Basic AR-15 Equipped for Reliability
The Stag Arms Model 1 has a proven design and a basic accessories package, including stock, pistol grip, handguard, and sights. It’s nothing fancy — just a serious combat rifle if pressed into that role.
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The Merits of the Full-Sized CZ 75 for Home Defense
Even though smaller handguns may look easier to handle, the shorter barrels and lighter weights of pocket pistols actually make perceived recoil worse. Though full-sized semi-automatic handguns are more difficult to conceal for women, they make excellent home defense guns. Due to the full-sized, all-metal frame of the CZ 75, I can shoot incredibly accurately with it. In this article, I explore the merits of a full-sized 9mm pistol for home defense.