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Personal Defense World

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

Sometimes Hollywood Home Defense plans turn out to be pretty well done.
Personal Defense World August/September 2020

Would These 6 Hollywood Home Defense Plans Work in Real Life?

The pump-action Blackwater Sentry 12 is built to run.
Personal Defense World February/March 2021

Blackwater Sentry 12: First Look at the AR-Style, Polymer Pump Shotgun

The SIG 320RXP is one of the latest generation of handguns that come standard with red dot reflex sights.
Personal Defense World December/January 2021

SIG 320RXP: The Red Dot Pistol That Can Help Older Shooters

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

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The right concealed carry purse delivers options.
Personal Defense World November/December 2020

Concealed Carry Purse: How To Tell if It’s the Right Choice for Your Pistol

With proper research, training and careful consideration, finding the right concealed carry purse can elevate your daily concealed carry plan.

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

Whether in a truck or under the bed, from wall safes to titans capable of storing dozens of guns, we look at 15 of the best gun safe models available.

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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
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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 Mantis X Elite seriously ups the ante for dry fire training.
Personal Defense World

Mantis X: The Smartest Personal Pistol Training System on the Market

Whether a beginning shooter or one looking for that next edge, the Mantis X Elite is the shot doctor you need for your dry fire sessions.

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Concealed Carry Clothing, The Propper softshell jacket provides quick access.
Personal Defense World No. 227

Concealed Carry Clothing Made for All Types of Weather

No matter the weather, there's a wide array of concealed carry clothing in today's market, ensuring your personal protection remains covered.

Pistols Under $500, Best Handguns Under $500, 9mm pistols
Personal Defense World

Pistols Under $500: 5 New 9mm Pistols That Won’t Break the Bank

We break down five pistols under $500 that perform incredibly well on the range, but also provide affordable choices for concealed carry.

The Henry Big Boy X comes with modern features to make it excel for home defense.
Personal Defense World August/September 2020

WATCH: Testing the Tactical Henry Big Boy X Lever-Action Rifle in 44 Mag

With a polymer stock and Picatinny and M-LOK attachment points, the Henry Big Boy X, chambered in .44 Magnum, provides a fight-stopping, modern platform.

Best Red Dot Sight, The increased field of view in the Trijicon SRO makes if formidable.
Personal Defense World No. 226

8 of the Best Red Dot Sight Options Available and Their Intended Use

The red dot optic and carry optics phenomenon continues to grow among concealed carriers, and these eight are among the best red dot sight options around.

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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Personal Defense World No. 226

Protection Dogs: An Expert’s Guide to Finding the Right Faithful Guardian

With proper breeding, diet, and temperament, along with a highly-developed regimen of training, protection dogs provide unequaled full-time protection.

Concealed Carry Revolver, Carrying a revolver
Personal Defense World No. 225

Concealed Carry Revolver: 6 Reasons Why You Should Carry a Wheelgun

Reliable and versatile, yet elegantly simplistic, the concealed carry revolver remains a rugged, dependable, formidable choice for defense.

A Mini Reflex Sight adds a lot of utility to a defensive pistol.
Personal Defense World No. 225

Why You Should Consider a Mini Reflex Sight to Your Defensive Handgun

Proven in competition, and becoming increasingly popular for defense, a mini reflex sight can add more speed and accuracy to your pistol shooting.

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