There is no doubt that the new wave of semi-automatic pistols — based on rifle designs that make use of a pistol brace — are the hot items in the firearms world. These new pistols allow you to carry…

We here at the USCCA are beyond excited about the upcoming world premiere of the pro-2A, faith-based thriller, The Reliant. The American public only has one chance to catch this rare gem on the big…

Are you using your ear protection properly? You might be surprised by what I recently learned. This episode brings you a critical range-safety tip that, according to industry insiders, the vast…

As certain politicians continue to insist our modern sporting rifles are the scourge of humanity and responsible for the bulk of horrendous human loss in this nation, they again remain untrammeled by…

We live in a golden era for buying ammunition. Whether for shotgun, handgun or rifle, never before have shooters had such an enormous selection. At the same time, it’s the extensive selection that…

I can’t stress strongly enough how important a laser sight is as a force multiplier in an armed self-defense situation. A quality laser sight enhances your self-defense capabilities in the following…

The men and women who have saved lives with weapons are more worthy of study than the arms yielded. Just the same, few if any handguns have the background of the 1911 pistol. I come to each review…

When the Austrian Army adopted the revolutionary Glock 17 as its official duty pistol in 1982, it created quite a stir. Glock set a worldwide standard that other manufacturers have long worked to…

The SIG P365 Air Pistol is the latest addition to the precision air pistol lineup, which now totals 11 SIG replicas. If you’re not familiar with this product line, you should be warned: These aren’t…

God bless the free market! Consumers demanded a better retention holster, and Blackhawk delivered. If you want active retention built right into your outside-the-waistband (OWB) holster but do not…

Back in the 1960s, when I was a kid, you could find advertisements for inexpensive Japanese-made Italian-style pocketknives in various magazines. These knives were smaller-scale replicas of stiletto…

An attacker screaming “Drop dead!” and “DIE!” recently murdered 34 people and injured three dozen more in a brutal attack. This terrible tragedy occurred only a few months after another rampage in…

If you remember only ONE thing I say in this post, I want it to be this: When we (the police) respond after you have used deadly force in your home, we are going to be “amped up.” Someone has fired…

In this edition of the USCCA’s Gun Vault, Concealed Carry Magazine Executive Editor Kevin Michalowski recaps the SCCY CPX-2 9mm and puts it to the ultimate test by literally dragging it through the…

In this edition of the USCCA’s Gun Vault, Concealed Carry Magazine Executive Editor Kevin Michalowski reviews and shoots the NAA Guardian. NAA Guardian: An Overview This tiny pocket pistol from North…

The John M. Browning 1911 .45 ACP pistol is one of just a few pistols that lends itself to high-end customization. The right company can turn it into an extremely functional piece of art. Alchemy…

I’ve heard a lot of excuses about why people do NOT want to try shooting activities or go to the gun range. Explanations range from lack of time or lack of interest to fear of the firearm or fear of…

I’ve been enthusiastic about reviewing the Bond Arms Bullpup 9mm for a few weeks now. After thorough testing — I put 1,200 to 1,300 rounds through it — my enthusiasm remains. In fact, my confidence…

The first combat shotgun with a mounted light that I encountered was the futuristic-looking High Standard Model 10 (HS10). It was produced from 1967 to 1977. I saw it in the armory of a neighboring…

In this edition of the USCCA’s Gun Vault, Kevin Michalowski, executive editor of Concealed Carry Magazine, reviews and shoots the Ruger American Compact. This compact, striker-fired pistol features a…