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Handgun

Staccato C Review: The Do-All 9mm 2011?

Whether you're a fan of the latest double-stack 1911s or shocked by their price tags, there's no debating the impact of Staccato 2011 pistols on the handgun market. The latest C model is billed as an all-purpose option, so we put it to the test.

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Personal Defense

AIWB: A Frank Discussion on Carrying Forward of the Hip

Carrying a defensive handgun forward of the hip is not new, nor is it going away any time soon. Often referred to as appendix carry (AIWB), the position offers some great advantages, but ignoring its disadvantages may prove dangerous.

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Handgun

Impact Expansion Bullets: The Better “Hollow Point”?

Traditional hollow-point defensive ammunition provides improved terminal performance compared to ball, solids, and FMJs. The next generation of impact expansion bullets use advanced polymers to improve consistency.

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Close Retention

Handguns

Front Sight Focus: Myth or Mandatory?

A lifelong study of gunfights confirms that handgun sights are critical, but maybe not for the reasons you think. Consider this holistic approach to accurate shooting to better understand the role of pistol sights and how they may save your life.

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Handgun

A History of Carry: 40 Years Armed

Carrying a firearm for duty or defense is no small responsibility, and each gun carried offers a unique experience. From newly-minted deputy to renowned – and mostly retired – handgun instructor, the author recounts 40 years of carrying revolvers and pistols.

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Accessories

Weapon Lights on Handguns: Essential or Unnecessary?

Handgun- and weapon-mounted lights are a supplement to hand-held lights, not a replacement! Still, illumination technology has come a long way, with companies like Streamlight and Surefire lighting the path forward.

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Holsters

Thoughts On Improving Holsters & Magazine Pouches

A lifetime of experience carrying firearms on and off duty have given the author, a retired law enforcement professional and combative handgun instructor, perspective regarding holsters, magazine pouches, and how they might be improved.

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Ammo

In Praise of Federal Ammo: One Lawman's Take

From service revolvers to pistols, rifles and shotguns, Federal ammunition has proven its ability to save lives and earned the affection of at least one retired lawman.

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How-To

Proper Combative Pistol Grip (And A Whole Lot More)

Establishing a proper shooting grip is about more than hand pressure and thumb position. Here, the author explains how best to interface with a pistol to improve your combative handgun skills.

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Personal Defense

Hierarchy of Combative Firearms Training

Safely handling a firearm and improving marksmanship at the range is just the beginning for armed citizens and professionals. Follow this Hierarchy of Combative Firearm Training to understand what skills are necessary, and in what order they should be learned.

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Historical

30 Rounds In 30 Seconds: O.K. Corral Part 3

Wyatt Earp, his brothers Virgil and Morgan, and Doc Holliday had a date with destiny October 26, 1881, in Tombstone, Arizona. Attempting to disarm local cowboys at the O.K. Corral, the ensuing gunfight on Fremont Street gained legendary status in Old West lore. Here, our combative pistolcraft expert breaks down how events played out when the bullets began to fly.

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Historical

"Here They Come!": O.K. Corral Part 2

Wyatt Earp, his brothers Virgil and Morgan, and Doc Holliday had a date with destiny October 26, 1881, in Tombstone, Arizona. Attempting to disarm local cowboys at the O.K. Corral, the ensuing gunfight on Fremont Street gained legendary status in Old West lore. Given the reputations and relationships of the men involved, conflict seemed unavoidable.

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