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    The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
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    SIG 1911 Equinox: SIG Custom Works Unveils Limited Full-Size in .45 ACP

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    Taurus G3 Pistols: 9mm Platform Updated With New Fixed, Steel Sights

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    8-Shot Revolver Showdown With S&W, Ruger, and Taurus

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    Premier Body Armor AGILE: Soft Armor Inserts Weigh Just 1.2 Pounds

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    Timney Alpha Competition Trigger Now Fits Glock Gen 5 Pistols

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    A minor faces murder charges in death of retired Chicago fireman Dwain Williams.

    WATCH: Retired Chicago Fireman, Concealed Carrier Killed in Carjacking

    The new Hellcat RDP features a HEX Wasp sight and compensator.

    Hellcat RDP: Springfield Unveils New HEX Wasp Red Dot Atop New Pistol

    Texas Mom Tackels Suspect, Pervert, reup

    WATCH: Texas Mom Lays Out Alleged Peeper With Bone-Crushing Tackle

    The innovative Taurus TX22 Competition mounts the optic directly to the barrel.

    Taurus TX 22 Competition: Red Dot Mounts Directly to New Pistol’s Barrel

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Author: Andy Grossman

The new Walther PDP Compact will shine for concealed carry.

Walther PDP Compact: New 9mm Compact Pistol Features 15+1 Capacity

The innovative Taurus TX22 Competition mounts the optic directly to the barrel.

Taurus TX 22 Competition: Red Dot Mounts Directly to New Pistol’s Barrel

5.11 Tactical now offers a wide selection of duty and field gear built to work outside.
Personal Defense World December/January 2021

Why 5.11 Tactical and Its Gear Stands Out From the Rest of the Pack

PWS MK111 Pro Pistol Review, Primary Weapons Systems, lead

PWS MK111 Pro Pistol: An Affordable, Piston-Driven Pistol in .223 Wylde

Our rundown of 15 of the best safe options features a wide variety of styles.
Personal Defense World August/September 2020

15 of the Best Gun Safe Options for 2020 and Beyond

Compact and tough, the new DDM4 PDW is built to defend.
Combat Handguns September/October 2020

Daniel Defense PDW: Is the DDM4 the Best Home-Defense AR Pistol?

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Compact, lightweight and extremely affordable, the new Taurus G3c looks to be a winner for carry.
Personal Defense World No. 229

WATCH: Why the Taurus G3c Compact Pistol Is Ideal for Concealed Carry

Weighing just 22 ounces and sporting a lightweight, compact design, the Taurus G3c becomes an instant winner for carry—and it all retails for just $305.

The gun store often is filled with a predictable cast of characters.
Personal Defense World No. 225

11 Types of People You’ll Likely Find in a Gun Shop

From know-it-alls to fanboys to crotchety old timers, the gun shop is often filled with a predictable cast of the most colorful of characters.

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We tested three of the most popular 8-shot revolvers on the market today.
8-Shot Revolver Showdown With S&W, Ruger, and Taurus
Background check bills, Congress recently allocated $25 million to CDC gun violence research.
REPORT: House to Vote on 2 Background Check Bills, HR 8 & HR 1446
The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
SIG 1911 Equinox: SIG Custom Works Unveils Limited Full-Size in .45 ACP
Anti-gun Congress, Democrat Gun bill, Gun Background Check System, SIG P239
REPORT: Democrats Attempting to Fast Track Anti-Gun Bills in Congress
Available suppressed right from the factory, the new PDW is sure to be a hit.

DDM4 PDW: First Look at Daniel Defense Prototype .300 BLK Pistol

Suppressed with a 7-inch barrel, the Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW chambered in .300 BLK is compact, fast and ready for anything.

Firing the Lifecard proved challenging to maintain accuracy.
Concealed Carry Handguns 2019 #215

LifeCard 22 WMR: The Pros and Cons of Trailblazer’s Unique Pistol

When it comes to concealment, there's nothing quite like the single-barrel, single-shot Lifecard 22 WMR folding pistol, a unique EDC solution.

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Engaging steel targets with the Beretta 92X Compact.

2 Pistols From the New Beretta 92X Compact Series Ideal for Self-Defense

Featuring the popular Vertec frame, and a variant that includes an accessory rail, the new Beretta 92X Compact series proves highly capable for carry.

Taurus G3 test, stump

FIRST LOOK: Taurus G3 Packs Features Into Sub-$350, Full-Size 9mm

Complete with an upgraded trigger from the previous G2 model, the new Taurus G3 pistol packs a ton of high-end features into a full-size, 9mm platform.

Protection Dogs
Personal Defense World No. 220

Understanding the Difference Between Defense Dogs and Family Pets

A dog is a great deterrent for burglars, but most people don't realize that simply barking at strangers doesn't make pets protection dogs.

Glock 22 9mm conversion, Glock 22 RTF2 pistol, comparison

WATCH: We Pissed on a Beat Up 40-Cal Glock 22 and Converted It to 9mm

In an effort to save a little money, with the help of some friends we took a beat-up .40-cal RTF2 Glock 22, converted it to 9mm and brought it back...

Concealed Carry Tips, lead
Gun Buyer's Annual 2019

Concealed Carry Tips Based on Real-Life Lessons Learned the Hard Way

Carrying a gun is more than just a choice, it is a lifestyle that requires numerous changes, so consider these concealed carry tips learn the hard way.

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Gun Buyer's Annual 2019

The MechTech CCU Converts Your Handgun to a Pistol-Caliber Carbine

The MechTech CCU converts pistols to carbines and increases the performance, accuracy and ballistics of the host gun in virtually every way.

2020 election, Smith & Wesson Governor, Taurus Judge
Personal Defense World No. 214

Revolver Showdown: The Smith & Wesson Governor vs. the Taurus Judge

There are two .410 revolvers available — the Smith & Wesson Governor and the Taurus Judge — with features just different enough to make testing interesting.

Ruger PC Carbine
Personal Defense World No. 214

The Ruger PC Carbine Is Versatile, Reliable and Easy to Stow-and-Go

With many features similar to the 10/22, the Ruger PC Carbine in 9mm features a takedown system, ambidextrous controls and all the fun you can handle.

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