Author: Mike Detty

The POF Minuteman uses Frank DeSomma’s E2 dual-extraction technology, which involves cutting four narrow channels into the neck area of the chamber.

Personal Defense World February/March 2021

POF Minuteman: The 10.5-Inch Barreled 5.56mm NATO Pistol

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

Personal Defense World April/May 2021

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

Combat Handguns January/February 2021

Regent BR9: The Browning Hi-Power Is Reborn With a Sub-$600 Price Tag

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry’s Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster

The author turned in 1.26-inch groups during testing with the Springfield Armory Ronin.

Springfield Ronin 4.25 Pistol Makes for an Interesting 1911 Carry Choice

The NAA Wasp, chambered in .22 WMR, packs plenty of punch.

NAA Wasp: Is the .22 Mag Mini Revolver a Viable Concealed Carry Option?

The Bushnell RXS-250 brings an affordable, reflex sight for carry optics.

Bushnell RXS-250: First Look at the Tough New Red Dot for Carry & Duty

After putting the new Bushnell RXS-250 reflex sight through its paces at Gunsite, we can definitively say its legit for duty, concealed carry and defense.

Performance Center M&P9 Shield EZ, Smith & Wesson upgrae

FIRST LOOK: Performance Center Seriously Upgrades M&P9 Shield EZ

The Performance Center M&P9 Shield EZ takes Smith & Wesson's easy-to-shoot, 9mm pistol and upgrades it with features like a tuned trigger and ported barrel.

Several Mossberg Shockwave Scabbard designs provide discreet carry for this unique arm.

4 Mossberg Shockwave Scabbard Options for Concealing and Carrying

At just 26.5 inches overall, the powerful, compact Mossberg Shockwave benefits from these four unique scabbard options for discreet transport and carry.

The Blackhawk Junk Drawer holds both a pistol and spare magazine.

Blackhawk Junk Drawer: The Combo Holster, Pouch for Appendix Carry

An improvement to the Tec Grip line, the versatile Blackhawk Junk Drawer provides the ability to secure gun and magazine in discreet, EDC setup.

The Riton X3 Tactix PRD proved quick on target.

Riton X3 Tactix PRD: A Pistol Red Dot That Can Handle Much More

With a tough design and top-loading battery, the Riton X3 Tactix PRD delivers a 3 MOA dot to get you on target quickly with both pistols and carbines.

SIG P365 SAS, snag free Pistol, rear sight

SIG P365 SAS: New Pistol Embeds Sight Into Slide, Removes Snag Factor

The SIG P365 SAS builds upon SIG Sauer's storied innovation, giving concealed carriers a snag-free pistol with sights actually embedded into the slide.

Chest Holster Options, holsters, Galco Gunleather

Combat Handguns May/June 2019

3 Pistol Chest Holster Options to Keep Your Gun Handy on the Move

There are times when carrying on the hip just isn't the best method, so here are three chest holster options for keeping a gun handy on the move.

Wilson Combat X-TAC Elite Carry Comp 9mm pistol ammo

Handguns Buyer's Guide 2018

Gun Review: The Wilson Combat X-TAC Elite Carry Comp Pistol

Mike Detty tests out a version of the Wilson Combat X-TAC Elite Carry Comp pistol that features an aluminum frame and is chambered in 9mm.

Nighthawk Turnbull VIP 2 pistol left angle

Combat Handguns July/August 2018

Nighthawk Turnbull VIP 2: A $7K Pistol Worth Every Penny

Nothing says heirloom grade better than this Nighthawk Turnbull VIP 2 .45 ACP pistol made for Athlon Outdoors CEO Chuck Allen.

Combat Handguns May/June 2018

Hudson H9: Testing Hudson Manufacturing’s Hybrid 9mm Pistol

The much-hyped Hudson H9 9mm pistol combines the best features of 1911s and striker-fired pistols.

Combat Handguns March/April 2018

Road Trip: Testing 4 Arex Rex Pistols at Arex’s Slovenia Factory

The Arex Rex Alpha, Zero 1T, Zero 1S and 1CP, built out of the company's factory in Slovenia, are among the best handguns hitting American shores.

Handguns Buyer's Guide 2018

GP100 Review: Testing Ruger’s Wheelgun in .44 Special

Built on a .357 chassis and chambered for an old fight-stopping cartridge, the Ruger GP100 is tough, reliable and accurate.

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