There is a formation in the military that has men or vehicles staggered in a diagonal fashion with one element behind and slightly offset to the one in front. The name of this formation is echelon, with a general meaning of rank, level, or tier. Echelon is an appropriate name
With so many new shooters exercising their Second Amendment rights, companies are finding ways to reduce prices and win these new customers. One such company is Girsan, which recently introduced its MC9 Disruptor in 9mm. The new model boasts reliability and durability as well as a robust feature set—with a
Known for its theme-based 1911 series, SK Customs expands its “La Revolución” series with the Pascual Orozco. The new addition joins the Pancho Villa and Venustiano Carranza, which date back to November 2022 and July 2023, respectively. As with the previous 1911 models, the Pascual Orozco is available in a
While last year’s SHOT Show had a bumper crop of new revolvers, this year was by no means a slouch. The popularity of revolvers seems to be on the increase. Double-action revolvers, especially those with “snub” barrels, are popular for self-defense, while those with longer barrels excel in the field.
Once considered an unreliable add-on for a pistol, red dots have become a standard accessory for shooters. While the first red dots may have been less than spectacular, those days have changed. One of the companies making that change is Vortex. Well-known in the optics world, Vortex has now added
SHOT Show is just weeks away, meaning that companies are starting to roll out early glimpses of what’s to come. One company getting a head start on the upcoming show is Girsan, with its new MC1911 Influencer. Available through Florida-based European American Armory Corporation (EAA), the 1911 comes in four
With a history of reliability and simple operation, revolvers remain a go-to for many when it comes to concealed carry. Specifically, fewer moving parts equals less chance for malfunction. For this reason, Taurus continues to grow its wheelgun catalog with models like the 605 Defender, chambered in .357 Magnum. The
We live in a world where the continued evolution and development of products seem to have lost their luster. However, it is refreshing to see just what is still being done to the venerable 1911. A recent trip through the SHOT Show and a visit with a variety of 1911
The world is full of unfortunate truths. However, as adults, we learn to accept most of them before taking the steps to persevere. One of the hardest pills to swallow is the idea that if you want luxury, you’re going to have to pay for it. But when it comes
