Love it or hate it, it’s hard to argue that the Beretta 92 isn’t one hell of a handgun. It would have to be to dethrone the M1911, a sidearm that we felt the military would never abandon. However, it was Beretta’s design that emerged triumphant during the military trials
If we take anything from recent history, it’s the knowledge of just how scarce good ammo can be. Whether social disorder or political upheaval, outside forces routinely the firearms industry, especially ammunition availability. So any new production of new ammo products is always welcome. When a company targets making it
You’ve worked hard all your life, and though it hasn’t been all puppies and rainbows, fortunately, there have been more ups than downs. You raised your kids, scrimped, and saved to make sure they went to the school of their choice. You paid for their weddings and even gave them
Long before Joe Biden tried to shake hands with a ghost (catch video of his April 14, 2022, address at North Carolina University) or even more stupefyingly called for a ban of build projects using 80% receiver kits from the Rose Garden during his April 11 “Ghost Gun” ATF crackdown
Growing up as a child of the ’80s, I appreciate things that are a bit over the top. The ’80s were about excess, having it all and doing things, well…just because. There were the flashy cars and clothes on Miami Vice, big hair and shoulder pads for women, and infomercials
Editor’s Note: If you’re a .45 ACP fan, then the Jan/Feb 2024 issue of Combat Handguns is packed with .45-centric content from the leading experts in the shooting world. As an added bonus, 2024 marks Combat Handguns’ 45th year in print. For this issue’s guest editorial, we leaned on long-time
Safariland’s outstanding reputation has been built on its police and military duty holsters and competition gear. Their rugged equipment has lasted careers in the harshest environments. Unfortunately, their concealed carry lineup seemed, incongruously, uninspired. Understanding this shortcoming, the decision-makers made a wise decision to collaborate with one of the most
Springfield Armory got its start producing more traditional and familiar firearms like its 1911s or M1As. However, the company has never been afraid to switch lanes and try something new. And during the past few years, the company has been making more moves than ever. And the Prodigy proves itself
Working with blowback-action CO2 pistols can offer a realistic training scenario against the same targets used with live ammo. And airguns that are 1:1 with their centerfire counterparts also allow the use of standard duty gear and accessories for a full training experience. This is where the Air Venturi Springfield
