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    The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
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    SIG 1911 Equinox: SIG Custom Works Unveils Limited Full-Size in .45 ACP

    The Glock 48 MOS and Mossberg MC2c comprise two popular choices for EDC.
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    Glock 48 MOS vs Mossberg MC2c: 9mm Striker-Fired Pistol Shootout

    The affordable Taurus G3 pistol line adds modular, fixed steel sights.
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    Taurus G3 Pistols: 9mm Platform Updated With New Fixed, Steel Sights

    We tested three of the most popular 8-shot revolvers on the market today.
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    8-Shot Revolver Showdown With S&W, Ruger, and Taurus

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    Premier Body Armor AGILE soft plates weigh just 1.2 pounds.
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    Premier Body Armor AGILE: Soft Armor Inserts Weigh Just 1.2 Pounds

    The Timney Alpha Competition trigger now fits Glock Gen 5 pistols.
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    Timney Alpha Competition Trigger Now Fits Glock Gen 5 Pistols

    The Blackhawk Stache brings a modular, versatile system to EDC.
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    Blackhawk Stache: New IWB Holster Redefines Deep Concealment Gear

    The new Hellcat RDP features a HEX Wasp sight and compensator.
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    Hellcat RDP: Springfield Unveils New HEX Wasp Red Dot Atop New Pistol

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    A minor faces murder charges in death of retired Chicago fireman Dwain Williams.
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    WATCH: Retired Chicago Fireman, Concealed Carrier Killed in Carjacking

    Herbert Parish , Vietnam Vet Kills Intruder, American Tactical TAC SX2 Shotgun stock
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    A minor faces murder charges in death of retired Chicago fireman Dwain Williams.

    WATCH: Retired Chicago Fireman, Concealed Carrier Killed in Carjacking

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

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

    Texas Mom Tackels Suspect, Pervert, reup

    WATCH: Texas Mom Lays Out Alleged Peeper With Bone-Crushing Tackle

    The innovative Taurus TX22 Competition mounts the optic directly to the barrel.

    Taurus TX 22 Competition: Red Dot Mounts Directly to New Pistol’s Barrel

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1911

Swap your old beat up mag for a new one via the Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program.

Swap Old for New With the Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program

The CMP will again offer 1911 pistols to the public in 2021.

Get Ready for Second Round of CMP 1911 Pistol Sales in Early 2021

The Nighthawk Colt Series 70 proved extremely accurate during testing.

Nighthawk Colt Series 70 Upgrades Classic .45 ACP Pistol

The Auto-Ordnance Promises Kept 1911 features a picture of President Trump on the right grip panel.

Auto-Ordnance Releases Trump-Themed Promises Kept 1911

The TRS Commander's flat, serrated trigger face provides a positive feel.

Nighthawk TRS Commander: New 17+1 Capacity Commander-Sized 1911

Shooting handloaded .45 ACP Ammo through a 1911 is very nice
Combat Handguns September/October 2019

Cut Costs, Recoil by Loading Your Own .45 ACP Ammo

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Nighthawk Counselor 1911 pistol, lead

FIRST LOOK: The Nighthawk Counselor Is a Concealed Carry Dream 1911

As a part of its new Ambassador Series, the 9mm Nighthawk Counselor is the smallest and thinnest 1911 ever built by the manufacturer.

Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Lead
Concealed-Carry Handguns

Gun Review: The Lightweight Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Commander 1911

Lightweight at a mere 25 ounces, the Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Commander-length 1911 proves to be an extremely easy-to-carry Government Model.

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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
Background check bills, Congress recently allocated $25 million to CDC gun violence research.
REPORT: House to Vote on 2 Background Check Bills, HR 8 & HR 1446
The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
SIG 1911 Equinox: SIG Custom Works Unveils Limited Full-Size in .45 ACP
Anti-gun Congress, Democrat Gun bill, Gun Background Check System, SIG P239
REPORT: Democrats Attempting to Fast Track Anti-Gun Bills in Congress
Remington R1 Commander 1911 giveaway
Combat Handguns September/October 2019

GIVEAWAY: Win a Remington R1 1911 Pistol, a Versacarry Holster & Ammo

With a custom Remington R1 Commander and a Versacarry holster leading the charge, there's a lot to like about this $2,775 giveaway.

Battle Royale Polymer 1911 Pistols, pistols, 1911
Combat Handguns May/June 2019

Battle Royale: 3 Polymer 1911 Pistols Square Off in Hybrid Range Test

We took three polymer 1911 pistols in .45 ACP — American Tactical, EAA and Rock River Arms — to the range in our latest Battle Royale.

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Manual Safety, Kimber Ultra Carry, Honor Defense Honor Guard

POLL: Should a Pistol Have a Manual Safety or Not?

With the introduction of the SIG P365 manual safety version, we examine the divide amongst shooters as to whether or not a manual safety is a necessity.

Kimber Ultra Carry

Why One Gunwriter Carries (Mostly) a Kimber Ultra Carry in .45 ACP

While there are many newer pistol designs — particularly those with polymer frames — some folks prefer older designs like the Kimber Ultra Carry.

Birchwood Casey Gun Plumber

Birchwood Casey Gun Plumber Provides a Portable Gun Maintenance Tool

Tew shooters actually want to work on guns when away from the house, things can happen, which is where the Birchwood Casey Gun Plumber becomes so handy.

Ed Brown Special Forces Commander, fired
Combat Handguns September/October 2018

Gun Test: The Suppressor-Ready Ed Brown Special Forces SRC Pistol

Featuring all CNC machined parts that are assembled by master craftmen, the Ed Brown Special Forces SRC pistol is not your father's Ed Brown.

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Gun Buyer's Annual 2019

Gun Review: Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series Pistol

The Smith & Wesson Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series offers shooters the power and reliability needed for everyday carry.

Kimber Rapide 1911

WATCH: The Kimber Rapide 1911 Combines Beauty, Function and Speed

Kimber has upped the ante on America's pistol by including a lightened slide, new serrations and excellent sights on the Kimber Rapide 1911.

Citadel Madagascar M-1911

Citadel Madagascar Offers Laser-Etched Custom Look on 1911

Featuring a gray Cerakote finish that is laser etched to create a Damascus steel look, the Citadel Madagascar 1911 is both beautiful and functional.

Best 1911
Combat Handguns November/December 2018

Battle Royale: Testing and Ranking 6 of the Best 9mm 1911 Handguns

The 1911 is one of the most iconic pistols in the world, particularly in .45 ACP, but we wanted to pit six against one another to pick the best 9mm...

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