The Evolution of Modern Defensive Revolvers Despite the popularity of semi-automatic pistols for self-defense, the 21st Century defensive revolver continues to evolve into both new and improved makes…

Locked-breech micro pistols, like the .380 ACP Ruger LCP and LCP II and the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard, are extremely popular these days, simply because there are few places that pistols this small…

The belly band concealment holster has been around for more years than most folks realize. Likely evolving from waist sash handgun carry, such as that utilized by Wild Bill Hickock for carrying his…

I reviewed the Smith & Wesson Performance Center 7-shot model 686 .357 Magnum revolver in a previous column and was highly impressed by it. While it is a concealable gun, not every method of…

As the seasons change, so changes the wardrobe of nearly every person across the northern two-thirds of North America. T-shirts give way to hoodies, vests, light jackets … and finally, full-on winter…

At the recent Blue August Gun Writer’s Conference in Central Florida, I had a chance to handle the Ruger American Compact 9mm Pro Model Pistol. While it shot well enough, it seemed to be yet another…

Do not overlook those flimsy pocket-style holsters as a great option for concealed carry — especially pocket carry. Small, lightweight fabric holsters made by companies like Sticky Holsters, Galco…

A couple of months ago, after purchasing a new Gen 4 model, I discussed the “forgotten Glock 27.” Even though it has been eclipsed by the single-stack 9mm Glock 43 and various other brands of compact…

When target shooters, hunters or those interested in self-defense want handguns that fit particular needs, they may turn to custom-modified firearms. While some can afford high-end custom guns, those…

The SIG Sauer line of ammo continues to expand, demonstrating SIG’s commitment to providing shooters with a quality selection of self-defense, target and hunting loads for handguns and rifles. So I felt that an “apples-to-apples” comparison of the SIG .357 Magnum V-Crown load and SIG .38 Special V-Crown was warranted.

In reality, most of the guns on the market will shoot better than the shooter can shoot them, but the perception for a lot of folks is if they cost more, they must shoot better. » QUESTION: My family…

I had the good fortune to attend a writer’s conference at the headquarters and production facility of the Crimson Trace Corporation outside of Portland, Oregon a few weeks ago. The purpose was to see…