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Everyone should own a copy of the Blue Book of Gun Values.
Historical

Investing In Your Gun Collection

Everyone should own a copy of the Blue Book of Gun Values.

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When it comes to choosing a 1911, Kimber's CDP offers shooters a way to have it all'accuracy, reliability and good looks
Handguns

Kimber CDP: The Ultimate Out-Of-The-Box 1911

When it comes to choosing a 1911, Kimber's CDP offers shooters a way to have it all'accuracy, reliability and good looks

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It is fashionable in some circles to scorn the Germans in World War II for their near-chaotic
Historical

WWII Pocket Pistols: J.P. Sauer & Sohn .38H

It is fashionable in some circles to scorn the Germans in World War II for their near-chaotic

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The .38 Super pre-dates the 9mm Parabellum. Well, the parent case, anyway. When John M. Browning
Handgun

Handgunning: .38 Super Remains

The .38 Super pre-dates the 9mm Parabellum. Well, the parent case, anyway. When John M. Browning

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When the subject of 1911s Arises, DoubleStar does not necessarily come to mind. Going forward, I
Handguns

The Doublestar PHD is Insurance You Can Afford

When the subject of 1911s Arises, DoubleStar does not necessarily come to mind. Going forward, I

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Not every gun owner can comfortably pack a full-sized pistol for everyday carry. Differences in climate, body shape/physical condition, skill level and hand size can all influence what type of pistol is right for them. Below is a collection of compact carry pistols seen at the 2017 SHOT Show that, despite their reduced size, provide a compact yet shootable package in the right hands.
Handguns

New Compact Carry Guns

Not every gun owner can comfortably pack a full-sized pistol for everyday carry. Differences in climate, body shape/physical condition, skill level and hand size can all influence what type of pistol is right for them. Below is a collection of compact carry pistols seen at the 2017 SHOT Show that, despite their reduced size, provide a compact yet shootable package in the right hands.

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I was asked recently,
How-To

What's the Best Slide Serration Technique?

I was asked recently, "Why don't you like forward cocking serrations?" Part of it is that I'm a

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There is a constant struggle between capacity and comfort when it comes to concealed carry. We all
Handgun

Springfield Armory XD Mod.2 Sub-Compact Review

There is a constant struggle between capacity and comfort when it comes to concealed carry. We all

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If you spend enough time as a gun writer, you risk getting pretty blas' about ammunition. Everyone
Handgun

First Look: Creedmoor 9mm and .45 Ammo

If you spend enough time as a gun writer, you risk getting pretty blas' about ammunition. Everyone

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One of two of the author's purpose-built pistols used for IPSC competition during the early 1990s.
Optics

A History of Pistol-Mounted Red Dots

One of two of the author's purpose-built pistols used for IPSC competition during the early 1990s.

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Wagner's opera
How-To

Is Having Restrike Capability Worth It?

Wagner's opera "Siegfried" opens with the Mime forging a sword, which Siegfried, in testing,

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The American Eagle Syntech round gets its distinctive look from a thin coat of red polymer that offers many benefits for handgun training.
Handgun

Federal Premium American Eagle Syntech Review

The American Eagle Syntech round gets its distinctive look from a thin coat of red polymer that offers many benefits for handgun training.

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