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Author: Karen Hunter

With a red dot optic included, the SCCY DVG-1RD becomes instantly ready for carry optics.

The SCCY DVG-1RD Shows How Useful a Red Dot Is for Concealed Carry

Chambered in .357 and able to fire .38, the K6s DASA becomes a top EDC choice.
Personal Defense World

Gun Test: Carrying the Kimber K6s DASA Proves its Worth

A revolver concealed can be every bit as defensive as a semi-auto.
Personal Defense World

Concealed Carry Revolvers: Tips to Get the Most From Your Wheelgun

Built for conceal carry, Walther added .380 Auto to answer customer demand.

Walther CCP 380: Walther’s Concealed Carry Pistol Goes .380 ACP

During testing the M&P 9 Shield EZ impressed.

Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield EZ: The 9mm Variant Has Officially Arrived!

The pistol variant of the Watchman brings many carbine features into the short package.

RISE Armament Watchman Pistol Coming to Civilian Market in 2020

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SCCY pistols proved remarkably accurate in testing.

CPX-1 & CPX-2: A Pair of SCCY 9mm Pistols Worthy of Concealed Carry

With rounded edges, capable sights and a compact package, SCCY 9mm pistols have earned their place with reliability and a reasonable price.

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Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Subcompact: First Look at the New Carry Gun

Refined and upgraded in its design, with a 12+1 capacity the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Subcompact stands out as a solid carry gun choice.

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We tested three of the most popular 8-shot revolvers on the market today.
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Background check bills, Congress recently allocated $25 million to CDC gun violence research.
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REPORT: Democrats Attempting to Fast Track Anti-Gun Bills in Congress
The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
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Amy Robbins created Alexo Athletica, which makes leggings with built-in holsters.
Personal Defense World No. 222

Amy Robbins: The Self-Defense and 2A Advocate You Need to Know

Model, entrepreneur, and Second Amendment advocate, Amy Robbins has combined motivation and passion to blaze her own unique path in the firearms industry.

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FIRST LOOK: The Pistol-Ready SIG ROMEOZero Red Dot Sight

Designed with everyday carry in mind, the all-new SIG ROMEOZero gives concealed carriers a slim, durable, and intuitive red dot sight option.

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Concealed Carry Handguns 2019 #215

Everything You Should Consider Before Carrying Concealed

From the type of belt and holster, to belly bands, right up to the clothes one wears, there are lots of factors to consider when carrying concealed.

SIG P365 XL Pistol, SIG Sauer P365 XL, left

FIRST LOOK: SIG Increases Capacity With the New 12+1 P365 XL Pistol

SIG Sauer has taken the 10+1 capacity of the original P365 pistol and boosted it to 12+1 without adding much more size in the all-new SIG P365 XL.

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FIRST LOOK: The Springfield RO Elite Operator Pistol Goes 10mm

With ease of use leading the way, Springfield Armory brings 10mm performance and power to its RO Elite Series with the Springfield RO Elite Operator pistol.

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Examining the Mossberg 590M Shockwave for Home Defense Purposes

Those looking for a good home-defense firearm should look no further than the Mossberg 590M Shockwave, as it is compact and magazine fed.

Canik TP9 Elite Combat

Canik TP9 Elite Combat: Why Canik’s ‘Combat’ Pistol Is Ideal For Defense

By partnering with Salient Arms International, Century Arms has developed Canik TP9 Elite Combat pistol, which eliminates the term optional.

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How Does the Savage Arms Rascal Target XP Rifle Rank Amongst Rimfires?

While the Savage Arms Rascal Target XP is designed for younger shooters, it comes with great adult features including an AccuTrigger and a Picatinny rail.

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Gun Primer 2018

5 Experts on How and When You Should Start Teaching Kids to Shoot

Teaching kids to shoot, along with firearm safety, is important for both the future of the sport and to prevent incidents with firearms.

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Personal Defense World No. 212

10 Common Shooting Challenges and How to Overcome Them

From technical issues to mindset and ideology, firearms instructor Karen Hunter breaks down the top 10 shooting challenges she sees among students in her classes.

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