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    The 429 DE brings serious downrange performance to the Desert Eagle.

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SIG P365 SAS, snag free Pistol, rear sight

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

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

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The Crimson Trace LTG-770 Is a Must-Own for S&W M&P Shield Carriers

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Why Federal’s New Hydra-Shok Deep Ammunition Is Optimal for Defense

While Hydra-Shok is a great round, Federal's new Hydra-Shok Deep ammunition is an improvement on the design, performing even better in FBI protocols.

Magnum Research SwitchBolt

The Magnum Research SwitchBolt Is the Coolest .22LR Rifle Out There

The Magnum Research SwitchBolt improves on the company's MLR design, with a new trigger group, stock and a switchable bolt handle.

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The Streamlight Wedge delivers 1,000 lumens up to 110 meters.
Streamlight Wedge: USB-Rechargeable EDC Light Delivers 1,000 Lumens
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The pump-action Blackwater Sentry 12 is built to run.
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The new FN 509 Compact is designed for concealed carry.
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Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38

Examining the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38 as a CCW Revolver

Revolvers are absolutely viable self-defense handguns, particularly when they come with the features of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38.

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The Impressive Evolution of the Walther PPQ M2 Pistol

The evolution of the Walther P99 pistol to the Walther PPQ M2 took 17 years, and it's something that has reset the bar for striker-fired pistols.

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FIRST LOOK: CZ P-10 Pistol Lineup Adds Full-Size, Sub-Compact Models

With two new additions to the CZ P-10 pistol line, the company is letting it be known that they are coming for the striker-fired pistol market.

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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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Crimson Trace Lasersaddle: A Smart Addition to the Mossberg Shockwave

With the introduction of the Crimson Trace Lasersaddle, shooters have a viable laser sighting system for Mossberg shotguns, especially the Shockwave.

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Leather-Loving Shooters Should Flock to the DeSantis Osprey Holster

While polymer holsters have their place in the gun world, there is something about leather, which is why shooters should consider the DeSantis Osprey.

Beretta APX Centurion

Exploring 2 Beretta APX Pistol Variants for Concealed Carry

The Beretta APX Centurion and Compact are polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols influenced by the military's Modular Handgun System program.

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How Does Wilson’s Vickers Glock Pistol Compare With the Factory Model?

Wilson Combat teamed up with Larry Vickers to produce the Vickers Glock pistol, providing major upgrades to one of the most popular polymer handguns.

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FIRST LOOK: The Extra Compact Crimson Trace CTS-1400 Red Dot Sight

While the Crimson Trace CTS-1400 red dot sight is a break from the company's laser roots, its features provide shooters with a great option.

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