Firearms
A Look at the Colt Series 70
There is a level of talk and belief that is called “legend.” Like its disreputable relative, “superstition,” legend may not…Read More >
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4 Essential Accessories for Your 1911
In its 100+ year-long history, the 1911 pistol has been continuously improved and updated. Some changes—like swapping the spur hammer…Read More >
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Striker-Fired vs. Hammer-Fired: What’s the Difference?
When conducting handgun classes, a common question is about the difference between hammer-fired and striker-fired handguns. The mechanical description is…Read More >
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The Top 6 Best-Selling Taurus Handguns
There are a few reasons why Taurus handguns sell so well, however, the main reason? Affordability! Despite the company’s reputation for poor quality of guns produced over 30 years, current Taurus owners don’t complain. Read on to check out Cheaper Than Dirt!’s best selling Taurus pistols.
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Three 1911s Every Gun Enthusiast Needs to Own
There’s a reason why 1911s have remained in common use for more than a century. One of the main advantages…Read More >
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Review: Rock Island Armory Tactical 1911 9mm
I have used Rock Island Armory handguns for many years—since the Rock was first introduced. From my first experience, I…Read More >
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Range Report: Remington R1
I own a number of nice 1911-type handguns. Several are high-end custom handguns with super fitting; good, tight tolerances; a…Read More >
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Review: Colt 1991A1 — The Modern Colt
A couple of decades ago, Colt needed a price beater. The company was losing market share to Springfield’s GI and Mil Spec pistols, not to mention the imports. Initially, the 1991A1 featured cheap plastic grips and a matte finish. However, the grips did not support the plunger tube and were soon replaced by superior rubber stocks. Today’s 1991A1 pistols feature a blue finish, nice wooden grips, and all of the features of a top-performing modern 1911.
Firearms
Low Capacity, High Efficiency
The trend in handguns has been toward increased capacity. Many revolvers have even gained a cartridge or two in modern designs. However, high capacity doesn’t always mean greater efficiency. Here are nine top performers
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Review: Springfield 911 .380 ACP
Springfield Armory has recently introduced one of the neatest, most compact, and useful .380 ACP handguns in the past decade. That is a bold statement, but this is a fine handgun sure to be enjoyed by many shooters. I normally include a spec sheet at the end of the report, but the size of the 911 is among the things that are most interesting, so I will discuss size first.