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SHOT Show 2023 saw the launch of dozens of new handguns, bringing fresh offerings to every corner of the consumer market. Here are five that stood out to our editorial team.
Taurus is rolling out the heavy-hitters for 2023 with a few incredible wheelgun offerings in its Raging Hunter revolver lineup. The magnum-chambered guns feature optic-ready compatibility and more.
Following consumer demands for the platform, Taurus USA announced the launch of its first-ever optics-ready revolvers with the 856 and 605 T.O.R.O. models.
Taurus USA built on the success of its earlier TX22 rimfire handguns in 2023, introducing the TX22 Compact, which still boasts an impressive capacity and optics-ready capability.
Blending the attributes of Taurus' successful striker-fired G3 line with the T.O.R.O. mounting system and a threaded barrel, the Taurus G3 Tactical is an affordable optics- and suppressor-ready pistol.
Combining the compact slide of the G3c with the capacity of the G3, the Taurus G3X Hybrid offers the grip feel of a full-size gun blended with a subcompact slide-and-barrel assembly.
New for 2022, the Safariland Schema holster is an affordable inside-the-waistband holster with built-in passive retention that's designed to fit many popular concealed-carry guns.