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Drawing obvious external design influences from Springfield's XD line of handguns, the PX-9, new from Zenith Firearms, nonetheless differs in several respects. Gone are the grip and trigger safeties, while a frame-mounted, bilateral thumb safety has been added. The full-size semi-automatic is chambered in 9 mm Luger, measures 7" long with a 4" barrel, has bilateral magazine release buttons and a magazine capacity of 15 rounds. For more, please visit zenithfirearms.com.
Like any hobby or pastime that is in any way even vaguely related to machines or technology, firearms attract a (possibly) disproportionate number of “right-brained,” STEM-oriented personalities who like numbers.
Slingshots are fun, but they can also be a legitimate backup defensive tool—in 2023, a 13-year-old Michigan boy saved his 8-year-old sister from being kidnapped by using a $3 slingshot to fire a marble and a rock at the assailant, striking him in the chest and head.
Over the years, Ruger has enhanced its LCP with the introduction of the LCP II and LCP Max. New for 2026, Ruger is offering a new version of the LCP Max with the addition of a Magpul Enhanced Handgun Grip.
Off-body carry can be somewhat controversial, but choosing the right gear can go a long way toward successful carry. One good option is the Q.A.P. Series of bags from 945 Industries.