Combat Handguns

The IFG Defiant Stock I comes ready to race in pistol competition.

Combat Handguns May/June 2020

IFG Defiant Stock I: The Full-Sized, All-Steel Italian Super Pistol

The author tested the SIG Sauer P365 SAS vs the Springfield Armory Hellcat.

Combat Handguns May/June 2020

Micro Compact Shootout: Springfield Hellcat OSP vs SIG Sauer P365 SAS

SAR USA K12 Sport Pistol, SIG Ammo, Elite Survival Systems Bag, Blackhawk Holster

Combat Handguns July/August 2020

GIVEAWAY: Win a SAR USA K12 Sport Pistol, Holster, ESS Bag, & Ammo

North American Arms fully loaded, North American Arms 22 mag

Combat Handguns May/June 2020

GIVEAWAY: WIN a Trio of Pistols From North American Arms, Plus Ammo

Legal for hunting in New York state, the hard-hitting .50 AE becomes lethal on game.

Combat Handguns March/April 2020

Desert Eagle L5: Magnum Research’s .50 AE Pistol Bypasses NY Laws

Based on the classic Model 39 and built to compete, the Smith & Wesson Model 52 dominated competition during its short-lived, historic run.

Combat Handguns March/April 2020

Smith & Wesson Model 52: A Quick Look at the Forgotten .38 Special Pistol

A revolver and a wadcutter bullet can form a formidable package.

Combat Handguns March/April 2020

Wadcutter Wisdom: Why You Should Roll Your Own Flat-Nosed Rounds

Whether for short-barreled defense or extended shooting sessions on the range, it's time to consider loading the venerable wadcutter bullet.

Pat Mac discusses the good and bad with appendix carry.

Combat Handguns March/April 2020

Appendix Carry: Pat Mac Debates If It’s the ‘Best’ Carry Option

After meticulous practice in draw stroke, reholstering and more, Pat Mac explains how appendix carry might just prove to be the best carry option for you.

The author tested the Ruger Security 9 against the FN 509 Midsize.

Combat Handguns January/February 2020

Ruger Security 9 vs. FN 509 Midsize in a Compact 9mm Pistol Battle

In our latest battle of semi-auto pistols, we test the FN 509 Midsize against the Ruger Security 9 in a showdown between two popular 4-inch variants.

The ultime expression of the CZ Shadow, the A01-LD leaves little to be desired.

Combat Handguns January/February 2020

CZ A01 LD: CZ Custom’s New Pistol Is ‘A-Number-One’ for 9mms

Designed and built by those that compete, CZ Custom's CZ A01 LD provides the evolution of the CZ Shadow, a high-end competition masterpiece.

With slightly less recoil than the .44 Magnum, the .41 becomes a solid field gun.

Combat Handguns January/February 2020

.41 Magnum: Was the Forgotten Caliber a Misfit or a Major Hit?

Though forgotten by many, yet still boasting plenty of power, the .41 Magnum, with the right revolver and handload, remains a solid choice for sportsmen.

Daniel Defense DDM4V7 Pistol, fully loaded, side

Combat Handguns March/April 2020

GIVEAWAY: WIN a Daniel Defense DDM4V7 Pistol, Ammo, Scope & Case

The latest 'Fully Loaded' package includes a Daniel Defense DDM4V7 Pistol, Federal ammo, a Riton Optics scope, and a Blackhawk rifle case.

When performed correctly, a tactical draw stroke, with movement, can be your best defense.

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

Pat McNamara on Dealing With D-Bags and When to Draw Your Weapon

Keep your distance, evaluate the threat, then when the situation calls for it, get tactical and incorporate movement when you draw your weapon.

SCCY CPX-3 pistol, black hills ammo, fully loaded

Combat Handguns January/February 2020

GIVEAWAY: Win an SCCY CPX-3, Ammo, and Elite Survival Systems Gear

The SCCY CPX-3 makes for a worthy concealed carry weapon, so we paired it with some ammo and survival gear and now we're giving them all away.

Each of the four test models was tested equally.

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

Race Gun: Ranking 4 of the Best Match-Ready 9mm Pistols Available

In our latest Battle Royale, we test match-ready race gun models in 9mm from Walther Arms, Springfield Armory, SIG Sauer and EAA.

Both Springfield Armory and Smith & Wesson came out with compact 45s for carry.

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

Best 45 ACP: Springfield XDS Mod.2 or S&W PC Ported M&P45 Shield 2.0

In a showdown of subcompacts to determine the best 45 ACP carry gun, the Springfield XDS Mod.2 and S&W PC Ported M&P45 Shield 2.0 equally shine.

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

44 Special: Why the Classic Cartridge Ain’t Dead Yet

Since the days of Elmer Keith and Charlie Askins, the 44 Special has shined as a download to its magnum counterpart or standalone for self-defense.

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

GIVEAWAY: Win a Canik TP9 Elite SC Pistol, Shield Mini Sight & More

Coinciding with the first look at the new Canik TP9 Elite SC, we're giving one away, along with a mini reflex sight, compact light, and 300 rounds of ammo.

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Walther PDP 5″: Line Expands With 5-Inch Models in Full, Compact

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Shield Plus: New Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Bumps Capacity to 10+1 & 13+1

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SureFire XSC Weapon Light: Built Duty-Grade for Micro-Compact Pistols

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Combat Handguns

IFG Defiant Stock I: The Full-Sized, All-Steel Italian Super Pistol

Micro Compact Shootout: Springfield Hellcat OSP vs SIG Sauer P365 SAS

GIVEAWAY: Win a SAR USA K12 Sport Pistol, Holster, ESS Bag, & Ammo

GIVEAWAY: WIN a Trio of Pistols From North American Arms, Plus Ammo

Desert Eagle L5: Magnum Research’s .50 AE Pistol Bypasses NY Laws

Smith & Wesson Model 52: A Quick Look at the Forgotten .38 Special Pistol

Wadcutter Wisdom: Why You Should Roll Your Own Flat-Nosed Rounds

Appendix Carry: Pat Mac Debates If It’s the ‘Best’ Carry Option

Ruger Security 9 vs. FN 509 Midsize in a Compact 9mm Pistol Battle

CZ A01 LD: CZ Custom’s New Pistol Is ‘A-Number-One’ for 9mms

.41 Magnum: Was the Forgotten Caliber a Misfit or a Major Hit?

GIVEAWAY: WIN a Daniel Defense DDM4V7 Pistol, Ammo, Scope & Case

Pat McNamara on Dealing With D-Bags and When to Draw Your Weapon

GIVEAWAY: Win an SCCY CPX-3, Ammo, and Elite Survival Systems Gear

Race Gun: Ranking 4 of the Best Match-Ready 9mm Pistols Available

Best 45 ACP: Springfield XDS Mod.2 or S&W PC Ported M&P45 Shield 2.0

44 Special: Why the Classic Cartridge Ain’t Dead Yet

GIVEAWAY: Win a Canik TP9 Elite SC Pistol, Shield Mini Sight & More

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Combat Handguns

IFG Defiant Stock I: The Full-Sized, All-Steel Italian Super Pistol

Micro Compact Shootout: Springfield Hellcat OSP vs SIG Sauer P365 SAS

GIVEAWAY: Win a SAR USA K12 Sport Pistol, Holster, ESS Bag, & Ammo

GIVEAWAY: WIN a Trio of Pistols From North American Arms, Plus Ammo

Desert Eagle L5: Magnum Research’s .50 AE Pistol Bypasses NY Laws

Smith & Wesson Model 52: A Quick Look at the Forgotten .38 Special Pistol

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Wadcutter Wisdom: Why You Should Roll Your Own Flat-Nosed Rounds

Appendix Carry: Pat Mac Debates If It’s the ‘Best’ Carry Option

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Ruger Security 9 vs. FN 509 Midsize in a Compact 9mm Pistol Battle

CZ A01 LD: CZ Custom’s New Pistol Is ‘A-Number-One’ for 9mms

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.41 Magnum: Was the Forgotten Caliber a Misfit or a Major Hit?

GIVEAWAY: WIN a Daniel Defense DDM4V7 Pistol, Ammo, Scope & Case

Pat McNamara on Dealing With D-Bags and When to Draw Your Weapon

GIVEAWAY: Win an SCCY CPX-3, Ammo, and Elite Survival Systems Gear

Race Gun: Ranking 4 of the Best Match-Ready 9mm Pistols Available

Best 45 ACP: Springfield XDS Mod.2 or S&W PC Ported M&P45 Shield 2.0

44 Special: Why the Classic Cartridge Ain’t Dead Yet

GIVEAWAY: Win a Canik TP9 Elite SC Pistol, Shield Mini Sight & More