Archive for handgun

Para USA LTC Tactical

The Para LTC Tactical is a single-stack 1911 and incorporates a number of tactical features, including Para's Power Extractor.

September 30, 2013

The .22 Magnum for Self-Defense

Due to its light recoil, even a novice shooter can deliver six accurate shots in seconds from a lightweight, .22 WMR revolver.

May 24, 2013

3 New Guns From Walther: The PPQ M2, PPX & PPK/S

Walther showed off three new handguns in Houston at the 2013 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits: the PPQ M2, PPX and the PPK/S .22. Based on the popular PPQ, the PPQ M2 features a push-button magazine release, which is reversible for right- or left-hand operation, and is offered in 9 mm and .40 S&W. The PPQ M2 also features low-profile, 3-dot polymer combat sights, a Tenifer-coated slide and barrel, and front and rear slide serrations for smooth slide operation. The ambidextrous slide stop locks back on empty and the gun includes three safeties, a quick-defense trigger, checkered trigger guard and custom accessory rail. The new PPX is a great choice for everyday carry. This full-featured Walther retails for under $500 and comes in 9 mm and .40 S&W in either black or stainless. The PPX features 3-dot sights, a loaded chamber viewport, hammer-fired action, ambidextrous slide stop, push button thumb-operated magazine release, a constant 6.5 lb trigger pull and a Mil-std-1913 Picatinny accessory mounting rail. 

 The PPK/S .22 is based off of the iconic PPK made famous by James Bond. Identical to the PPK in .380, the PPK/S .22 will provide hours of fun and inexpensive shooting with minimal recoil. It features fixed steel sights, a manual safety, internal slide stop, beavertail extension, a classic Walther grip, and comes with a double or single-action trigger. The PPK/S  22 comes with a 10-round magazine.

May 07, 2013

The Latest From Taurus: Millennium G2

Taurus releases the newest version of the Millennium G2 with an updated design. This gun is lightweight at 22 oz with a polymer frame and a thin profile. The G2 features a ramped 3.2 inch barrel and comes in two compact models: PT 111 and PT 140. The gun also features an accessory rail, high-profile sights, a loaded chamber indicator on the top part of the slide and a textured grip for a better hold. The G2 has a 12 round magazine and includes the Taurus Security System.

May 04, 2013

The .40 S&W

Sometimes described as a shortened 10 mm, the .40 was developed as a compromise between size and capacity.

March 05, 2013

Holding On to Your Handgun: Uncle Mike’s Holster

Uncle Mike’s combined the same locking concept of the PRO3 with the construction of its Kydex models in order to produce its Reflex Retention Holster.

February 27, 2013

Holding On to Your Handgun: Safariland Holster

Safariland offers a number of concealment models based on its ALS (Automatic Locking System) design.

February 27, 2013

Holding On to Your Handgun: Galco Holster

In the past few years, Galco has quietly added a locking holster to its thermoplastic Matrix series.

February 27, 2013

Holding On to Your Handgun: Blackhawk Holster

Blackhawk got the world to sit up and take notice of what could be done in the area of retention holsters with the introduction of its SERPA.

February 27, 2013

Holding On to Your Handgun

Far from being a mere holder for your handgun, a holster can also ensure that you are the only one able to draw your gun.

February 27, 2013

Proven Performance: Hornady's Critical Duty

Criminal violence in society is inevitable, and Hornady’s’ Critical Duty is designed to defeat bad guys and the barriers they often hide behind.

December 13, 2012

Bullet Casting: Loading ’Em Up

Putting the finishing touches to your newly poured bullets will make them perform much better.

April 09, 2012

Bullet Casting: Bullets on the Cheap

Before you start casting bullets you’ll need a supply of lead alloy.

March 21, 2012

Barnes VOR-TX Handgun Hunting Ammunition

Barnes Bullets’ VOR-TX copper hollow-point bullets are available in three handgun hunting calibers.

February 02, 2012

The .45 for Self-Defense

More than 100 years after its development, the .45 ACP is still going strong.

January 10, 2012