“Tag: Carry Gun”

Two trends were apparent in the new firearm models at the recent 2012 Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show: One was increased interest in .22 Long Rifle chambered guns reflected by a host of new variants; the other was a renewed surge of small (or smallish) guns that can be concealed on one’s person (not a new concept, obviously). I have addressed the former and it is now time to look at what some of the handguns covered elsewhere in the 2012 SHOT Blog really mean.

Sometimes you are the go-to guy or girl. You are the one in your peer group or social network that appears to know the most about firearms.

On several occasions in the past, I have stated an opinion that I will re-iterate here. When you are choosing a concealed-carry firearm, the most important physical characteristic to consider is weight.

Choosing a carry gun can be one of the most difficult decisions a firearms owner can ever face. You have to consider stopping power, capacity, comfort, safety and sheer practicality. It’s a balancing act, and one worthy of careful consideration. Here are 10 choices made by some of the editors and contributors in NRA Publications. What did (or will) you choose? Let us know.

A carry gun is exposed to a variety of contaminates on a daily basis, which means it needs extra care to ensure it works safely.

The BLACKHAWK Diversion Carry Slingpack provides room for a small amount of gear, including a special compartment with a holster for carrying a handgun.

Springfield Armory Pro Shooter Rob Leatham walks through the features of the new Springfield XD-S pistols, now available with 4-inch barrels.

Know a fan of carry-size Ruger pistols and Muddy Girl camo? Check out the LCP and LC9 pistols in this colorful pattern.

Bennett Valley Jewelry Store had two armed-robbery attempts in one year. In the most recent attempt, three employees were in the store when two suspects walked in, one of them armed with a handgun.