Firearm History
The Best Pistol of All Time: The 1911
Whether you love it or hate it, not many guns stir as much emotion and controversy as the 1911 does…Read More >
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Firearms
KelTec P17 .22 LR — Not Another “Me Too” Gun
KelTec cannot be accused of making “me too” guns. Its designs are always unique, sometimes even futuristic looking. When it…Read More >
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Ammunition
The 5.7x28mm Cartridge: Facts and Foibles
Experimentation is a good thing. But then tinkeritis — fixing what isn’t broke until it is broken — is a…Read More >
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Firearms
Guns of Action Stars — Tom Cruise
Certain celebrities have made a name with their ability to thrill us on screen with their impressive firearm handling and…Read More >
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Firearms
Throwback Thursday: Review — Chiappa Rhino .357 Magnum Revolver
I have considerable experience with European revolvers — from the Nagant to the Webley. They are different in appearance and…Read More >
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Legal Issues
Judge Deals California’s ‘High-Capacity’ Magazine Ban a Killer Blow
Big news from the Golden state! Let’s all yell “Hooray!” and pass the 30-round mags… Well, not quite yet. However,…Read More >
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Firearms
Ruger LCP: Lightweight Compact Pistols for Protection and Training
Ruger announced its first LCP at the 2008 SHOT Show. Not long after, a friend of mine showed me his…Read More >
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General
Emergencies: Should You Take Command or Follow — Points to Consider
A quick course in affirmative leadership and priorities during an emergency, and when to defer authority. You learn a lot…Read More >
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Firearms
Compact Capacity: Top Glock 19 Alternatives
My first pistol was a good ol’ Glock 19. The compact size and high-capacity magazine was a great combination. To…Read More >
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Concealed Carry
Throwback Thursday: Red Dot or Iron Sights for a Self-Defense Encounter
Red dot sights are becoming too prevalent to ignore. As an experimenter and trainer, I keep on hand as many…Read More >
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