As a 21-year-old seeking a career in law enforcement, I didn’t yet understand the struggle to see firearms sights several “old guys” wrote about in gun publications of the time. But I do now. The…

Those new to shooting may have a lot of questions about firearms maintenance, including how to clean spring components and when to replace them. It is an important question. Keeping your firearm in…

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 is the latest evolution of the Bodyguard series, a name synonymous with deep-concealment firearms for close-quarters defense. Over the years, the Bodyguard 380 lineup…

When I became interested in the world of shooting at age 14, the Vietnam War was still raging. The walnut-stocked M-14 7.62mm NATO was the primary battle rifle. And the early Smith & Wesson revolver…

As brisk winter weather made its way to Ohio, I had the unique opportunity to review 5.11’s new 5-in-1 2.0 Jacket. This concealed carry coat is a noteworthy upgrade from the original model I praised…

Choosing the best caliber for concealed carry is a crucial decision when it comes to self-defense. With options like 9mm, .45 ACP, .40 S&W, .380 ACP, and .38 Special available, factors such as…

The Beretta Model 86 Cheetah, produced from 1991 to 2004, was a mid-size .380 semi-automatic pistol with an eight-round capacity. It shared the unique tip-up barrel feature found on Beretta’s Bobcat and Tomcat mini pistols that didn’t require users to rack the slide when loading or clearing a live round.

Walther produced the PPKs in West Germany originally to meet the import requirement of the 1968 Gun Control Act. The grip frame of the Polezei Pistole Kriminalist (PPK) or Detective Pistol was too…

Stoeger Industries, a trusted name in firearms since 1924 and a subsidiary of Beretta, has expanded its reputation for quality and value into the handgun market. Located in Maryland, Stoeger offers a…

As the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge passes (December 16, 1944, to January 25, 1945), it’s a fitting time to reflect on the legacy of the 1911— a pistol synonymous with American…

I love testing high-end knives — both fixed and folding. From high-end products to custom-made blades, there’s no denying the allure of premium knives that can be beautiful and functional. But let’s…

When it comes to outdoor survival and preparedness, every tool in your arsenal should serve multiple purposes. The Woox Bad Boy Hunter fixed hunting knife and Terra hunting axe exemplify such…