One of the many draws of the shooting sports is the opportunity to enjoy historic products in nearly the same configuration as when they were created. Born in 1872, the .45 Colt cartridge was built to equalize opponents or handle even larger critters on the prairie. Today, reproduction Colt Revolvers
Everyone should know how to properly draw their pistol from a holster, whether IWB or OWB and concealed or not. Drawing from a holster should be so ingrained in your brain that you don’t have to think about it under pressure. In this week’s drill, I break down how to
In January, SK Customs released its Michelangelo, the first in the Early Italian Renaissance Series. Created in collaboration with Springfield Armory, the 1911 series has a limited run of 250 pieces. Showcasing iconic works of historic artists, SK Customs now adds the Da Vinci to the series. The SK Customs
There’s no mistaking that we’re living in the era of polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols for self-defense. They, by far, own the lion’s share of the market for guns used for self-protection. But some folks prefer the traditional double-action/single-action trigger mechanism, an exposed hammer, and an aluminum frame. Nothing wrong with that!
There is an almost inexplicable attraction to early military revolvers that has not diminished with the passing of years. Particularly from famed British arms maker Webley & Scott. The British Empire’s venerated .455 caliber Webley Mk VI revolver has not lost its attraction (among arms collectors). Nor has it lost
Made in America, Live Free Armory releases its Apollo 11 double stack 1911. Utilizing the 2011 double stack platform, the pistol boasts 17 rounds of 9mm freedom seeds. In addition, the combination of an optic cut slide, match grade barrel, innovative recoil system, and 3.5-pound tricked-out trigger promises enhanced accuracy.
Springfield Armory has recently introduced a wide variety of excellent firearms like the Hellion and the Echelon. Not to mention the new line of 2020-series bolt-action rifles. However, the company is still probably best known for its work with the 1911 platform over the decades. A solid example of Springfield
We’ve all been there: exhausted, frustrated, with our backs up against the wall. Our emotional gas tank is empty, and someone pushes us a little bit further. Finally, we explode and let them know we are out of f*cks to give! For you, I present the ZRO Delta FKS-9. The
At the last Athlon Outdoors Rendezvous, I got my first experience shooting Walther’s new 9mm PDP line. It was immediately apparent that this handgun series was destined for greatness on the American market. Personally, I was drawn to the full-size Walther PDP Match, which I will discuss further here. The
