The Taurus Judge .45 Colt/.410 Shotshell Defender was originally reviewed in October 2015. I have always admired the versatility of revolvers. For example, a .357 Magnum revolver can be loaded hot…

I’ve been evaluating and writing about firearms for civilian and law enforcement use since the early 1990s. In that time, I’ve handled and fired more handguns, rifles and shotguns than I can count.…

*Originally published in Concealed Carry Magazine, February 2018 It doesn’t happen often that a firearms company makes a genuine change to a proven gun. New models may get new finishes, new sights or…

The Beretta 92 has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable 9mm semi-automatic pistols. First adopted by the U.S. military in 1985 as the M9, the 92 series has since served faithfully in…

Originally published March 2018 It took a little while to get the new SIG Sauer P365 because it was the talk of SHOT Show (2018) and among the sales staff at Vance Outdoors in Columbus, Ohio. Every…

Sometimes the changing of seasons or a variation in routine can nudge us toward a new everyday carry gear. But there can also be specific moments in life that force us to rethink our EDC, whether it…

One of the crucial decisions you’ll make when it comes to concealed carry is choosing between an inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster and an outside-the-waistband (OWB) holster. You may wonder which…

When it comes to selecting the right self-defense ammunition, understanding the key differences between hollow-point ammo and full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds is crucial. Each type has its own…

After nearly a year of anticipation, the Mantis Titan X has officially launched, and it lives up to the hype. My early hands-on experience with a pre-production unit hinted at its groundbreaking…

Originally published August 2016, Updated November 2025 When I first reviewed the Glock 27 in 2016, I gave it the title of best pistol for concealed carry. At the time, this compact 9+1 capacity…

Carrying a firearm isn’t for everyone, and even for those who do, there are times and places where a gun isn’t an option. While less-lethal tools like pepper spray or tear gas can be effective, they…

Originally published April 2019, Updated November 2025 Since Glock launched the G42 five years ago, the gun world has learned to expect capable single-stacks from a company once dominated by…