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First Gear | The Defensive Vs. Training Ammunition Conundrum, Solved?

Few things improve pistol performance like consistency; Federal has a clever way to help.

1911 Nirvana

With Kimber quality and additional calibers, the Browning-pattern 1911 is roaring into a second century.

First Gear | M&P Vs. Glock: Battle Of The 9 mm Single Stacks

We’re putting three of America’s most popular defensive handguns on a collision course.

Wilson Combat AR9B

It’s mighty tempting to say, “Wilson Combat Pistol Caliber Carbine. Enough said.” So we do.

NovX Ammunition Creates Liquid Sonic Boom

Copper polymer bullet in a stainless-steel case creates a high level of performance.

SHOT Show: Archon Type B is Worth a Look

Another high-capacity, 9 mm striker-fired pistol might sound ordinary, but the Archon Type B stands out.

SIG P365 Bridges the Gap You Often Get in a Carry Gun

Did the gurus at SIG Sauer name this the P365 because it’s an EDC gun for every day of the year?

Is a 9 mm the Top Gun?

A lot of people think so because the FBI said it was, but here are some things to consider when it comes to the Bureau’s report.

Glock G45 Reviewed

We concur with some commentators that Glock’s new G45 is a series of modest departures, but that won’t keep it from being—just maybe—the best all-around Glock yet.

A Semi-Automatic Handgun Recovered From Ground Zero on Display

New York Police Sgt. John D’Allara was one of the first responders at the World Trade Center (WTC) on Sept. 11, 2001. His gun is on display at a museum now.

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