Classic Carry Guns
Duane A. Daiker
The market is flooded with a steady stream of new carry guns every year. Manufacturers strive to incorporate newer and better technology--lighter materials, more capacity, better sights and more gadgets. But despite advances in technology, the basic requirements for a concealed carry pistol haven't changed and there are many . . . keep reading
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Affordable Concealed Carry: Bersa Thunder 380
Clay Whitehead
This whole episode began with a challenge. Kathy Jackson, the managing editor of Concealed Carry Magazine, challenged me to find and purchase a defensive handgun for $300 or less that I would trust my life to--and just to add a bit of spice to this challenge, a workable holster had to be included in the $300. . . . keep reading
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Taurus 709 Slim -- A Good Thing in A Small Package
Duane A. Daiker
My first experiences with Taurus products were with the original Smith & Wesson and Beretta look-alike handguns. I considered Taurus to be a manufacturer of economical, but high quality "clones." Over the years, however, Taurus has become a true innovator in the firearms industry, . . . keep reading
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Constant Companion: Pocketing the Taurus 738 TCP
Todd Burgreen
Widespread concealed carry has led to the introduction of various compact handguns. Yes, many people rightly tout the abilities of full size handguns, but the facts of life often intercede, making carry of full size handguns impractical in certain settings. Do not think that your full size handgun of choice will always be convenient to . . . keep reading
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Real World Carry Gear: Kahr P380 - Perfecting the Pocket Pistol
Duane A. Daiker
Recoil seemed quite tame for a small pistol, due in large part to the locked breach design. Many pocket .380 ACP pistols utilize a blowback system, which results in more felt recoil. Even after shooting many rounds in a single session, my hands were no worse for wear. After an extended session, the P380 did not draw any blood like many pocket . . . keep reading
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Rohrbaugh 380: Elegant and Effective
Duane A. Daiker
Rohrbaugh Firearms has developed a reputation for producing very high quality pocket guns. The Rohrbaugh R-9 is still the world's smallest and lightest all-metal 9mm pistol, and continues to be in high demand. . . . keep reading
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Taurus PT1911
Todd Burgreen
John Browning's 1911 pistol is an icon. The early 20th Century design is still going . . . keep reading
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Taurus Model 4410 Judge
Todd Burgreen
The Taurus Model 4410 Judge .410/45 Colt revolver makes for an interesting topic. Why did Taurus introduce a five-shot, three inch . . . keep reading
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Beretta 21A Bobcat
George Hill
I recently had the chance to pick up what is just about the cutest little pistol ever made. The Beretta model 21A, aka the Bobcat. Beretta . . . keep reading
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NEW Detonics Combat Master
George Hill
Salt Lake City, Utah has a nice, quiet, little boutique mall over on the east side called Trolley Square. When I lived in the Sugar House . . . keep reading
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Wilson Combat ADP
George Hill
The cats at Wilson Combat and I have had a great relationship. To this date, I've written reviews of two different 1911s and here is . . . keep reading
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