The 2011 market has just exploded with talent, with custom gunsmiths and major firearm manufacturers leaning into building these types of firearms. Why the popularity? Shoot any polymer frame gun side by side against a 2011, and you’ll immediately understand. When built right, they are reliable, have good capacity, less
Iconic is a term that seems to be thrown around a bit without much substance. This is especially true in the firearms world, where gun companies battle for exposure to new products. There is one gun, however, that is truly iconic—one that has simply become part of the country’s gun
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Military Trial to Ballistic Art
Maybe you were issued a Beretta M9 in the military or a Model 92 for law enforcement duty. And maybe, like me, you were unimpressed with the gun. It had an overly large grip frame and heavy trigger. That was my experience. I was much happier with the 1911A1 pistol.
For several years, I have been trying to find a Colt New Service revolver with a 4-inch barrel in .38 Special. This model revolver, with a blue finish, was an early issue sidearm of the U.S. Border Patrol. As I was a Border Patrolman in the 1980s, I wanted to
When it comes to holsters, only a few brands can truly stand the test of time and claim to have shaped the industry from its infancy. DeSantis Gunhide is one such name. The company is synonymous with durability, functionality, and craftsmanship that turns a simple tool into an essential piece
Choosing a handgun is a very personal matter. Regardless of what may be cool or trending, the gun must fit the individual in a variety of ways. First off, it needs to feel good in their hands. Second, it needs to have a natural point of aim, and third, it
