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Alright, I know the caliber debate is over. All the experts got together and voted. There's a better consensus on it than there is on global warming. The best caliber for self defense is 9mm and it's all anyone would ever want or need. Well, I'm one of those weirdos who still likes .40 S&W in...

I've always kept factory sights on my handguns. I never felt the need to upgrade. Well, my eyes aren't as young as they used to be. I've also wondered how much quality of life could actually be improved by better sights. So what do y'all use in your carry guns? Have different colors or color...

No, I'm not talking about the tactical advantages of a delightfully voluptuous woman. This is for all the robust men out there who don't necessarily have a spare tire or a Dunlap, but do have a little extra above the belt. Depending on the holster, placement, orientation, and shape at the back...

Around town, lots of people carry .38 special, .380, 9mm, .40 S&W, etc. The first two are sometimes debated but the latter two are widely considered "acceptable" for self defense. Well, what happens we stray from town? Does anyone have doubts about those "around town" calibers when it comes to...

Hey. Were there any new DA/SA guns at Shot Show? Just looking at articles and videos, I don't see much. There are new revolvers. There are new 1911s. There are a bunch of striker-fired guns. Did I miss anything? Is there anything on the horizon elsewhere? Even a rumor would suffice at this...

Hey everybody. I rather like the Beretta PX4 Storm. The low profile levers are practically a requirement for concealed carry. Being DA/SA with decocker fits my carry needs. The reason I don't have one in my carry rotation is that it's fairly large. Well, there is a compact version. It's still...

I'm looking for a leather IWB holster with belt attachments out at the sides, leather between me and the gun, and a closed muzzle. Those are the necessities. Tuckable attachments would be a nice bonus. Horsehide would be a plus. Effectively, I want something like the DeSantis Cozy Partner but...

I've seen a few different rifles that take AR-15 magazines now. When considering a new rifle, that's a really nice touch. AR-15 mags are affordable and relatively common. So I was wondering. Is there a decent semi-automatic option for guys who like traditional wood stocks?

I've had good experiences with Hogue Hardwood grips and I'm thinking about doing it again. When it comes to satin stainless, such as the GP100 or Redhawk, which wood do you prefer? If anyone has Pau Ferro or Kingwood grips, how do you like them? Have any pictures you'd like to share?

Ever since guns like the Walther PPS and Shield came onto the market, I've been waiting for their DA/SA counterparts. I know this style of action has fallen out of favor but it still has a big following worldwide. I'm not talking about chunky double-stack subcompacts like the CZ Rami. I'm...

I just got the email from Ruger. They are finally releasing a 3" version of the LCRX in .357 magnum. That also means that they now have a magnum version of the 3" frame. Here is hoping that a 3" LCRX in .327 Federal isn't far behind!

Since we still don't seem to have competitively small and light single-stacks in DA/SA (on par with the Glock 43, Shield, or PPS), I've been thinking about the next closest options. That's stuff like the CZ Rami and the Sphinx SDP Subcompact. I prefer the looks and overall form of the latter...

I have a nice Goncalo Alves grip from Hogue on my SP101. The shape is similar to their rubber monogrip but it is bigger all around and that helps. The rubber monogrip for the GP100 is alright but I feel like it too would benefit from being a little bigger all around. The particular spot I want...

Shooting sports in general mean coming into contact with things that are fairly bad for us. We all probably handle lead on a regular basis. What not everyone knows is that we get more of it from residue than from ammo. That goes not only for what we touch but what we breathe when we shoot. After...

I've been using the same set of Maglite incandescent flashlights for decades. They used to be cutting edge, from their incredible reliability down to the spare bulb tucked under the battery spring. Now... well, technology has come a long way. So help me get with the times. I want a relatively...

If you are a regular here, you might be familiar with my love for the LCR and the LCR 327 in particular. That's because it hits a sweet spot in the compromise between size and power, ease of carry and shooting enjoyment. That's a beautiful thing when you can find it. It gets increasingly...

Ruger has been on a roll lately. They've got a ton of new stuff out but that puts some of us in a predicament. There are too many amazing choices! :eek: I know different people will be torn over different choices but here is mine. The 3" SP101 in .327 has returned! This fills the gap between...

I just got this press release by email from Zenith. I contacted them for clarification. They said they will no longer be supporting their imported pistols, such as the MC-14.

I haven't been shooting much .45acp lately and I almost never carry it. I know "big and slow" has a lot of defenders and I'm certainly not opposed. When it comes down to it though, the added bullet weight and girth doesn't contribute quite enough extra to get picked over 9mm, .40 S&W, or even...

I've never used anything from Underwood but it looks like they load things appreciably hotter. For instance, they've got the same Lehigh bullets loaded a few hundred feet per second hotter than Lehigh loads them. (The same 140-grain .357 magnum bullet is listed at 1250 fps from Lehigh and 1550...