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Are Pistol Iron Sights Destined For Extinction? 7 Experts Answer

Nearly every major manufacturer offers optics-ready handguns, and it’s convinced some that pistol iron sights are destined for extinction. We asked seven of the industry’s foremost if they’re indeed on the endangered species list. Even they can’t come to a consensus.

Home Defense Guns: How To Choose The Right One

Possibly the only topic to generate more arguments than politics is the never-ending discussion of what qualifies as the “best” home-defense gun.

NRA Gun of the Week: Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield EZ Pistol

Watch as American Rifleman's Christopher Olsen runs through the features of an EZ-to-use 9 mm pistol.

Product Preview: Styrka S3 Red Dot Reflex Sight

Featuring numerous mounting options, the Styrka S3 Red Dot Reflex Sight is a lightweight, dual-lens, non-magnified optic suitable for use with a broad range of firearms.

Choosing A Home-Defense Gun

Gun buyers in the market for a go-to home-defense gun should be looking for a firearm and ammunition combination offering an optimum level of stopping power.

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