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    The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
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Colt

CZ Colt Acquisition, $220 Million

CONFIRMED: CZ Officially Acquires Colt for $220 Million

The return of the Colt Python 357 make big headlines for Colt.
Combat Handguns September/October 2020

Colt Python 357: Comparing the New Revolver With the Pistol From 1975

The Nighthawk Colt Series 70 proved extremely accurate during testing.

Nighthawk Colt Series 70 Upgrades Classic .45 ACP Pistol

The Davidson's Colt 1911 Heritage pistols feature Baron Engraving's work.

Davidson’s Colt 1911 Heritage Models Feature Baron Engraving

Colt's King Cobra Target features an adjustable rear sight.

Colt Unveils .357 Mag King Cobra Target Revolver With 4.25-Inch Barrel

Firing the Colt King Cobra Carry

Gun Review: The .357 Magnum Colt King Cobra Carry

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California compliant Colt Cobra Revolver models

California Gets 4 New Colt Cobra Revolver Models Approved for Sale

Four models of the Colt Cobra revolver recently passed all firing, safety and drop tests, gaining approval for sale by the California Department of Justice.

DeSantis Dual Angle Hunter Hybrid Holster

DeSantis Releases Revolver-Ready Dual Angle Hunter Hybrid Holster

With the introduction of the Dual Angle Hunter Hybrid, DeSantis has created a holster that combines two materials for comfort, retention and affordability.

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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
Anti-gun Congress, Democrat Gun bill, Gun Background Check System, SIG P239
REPORT: Democrats Attempting to Fast Track Anti-Gun Bills in Congress
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
Colt King Cobra Carry, revolvers

FIRST LOOK: Colt King Cobra Carry Puts .357 Magnum in 2-Inch Barrel

The introduction of the Colt King Cobra Carry gives concealed carriers a truly compact snub-nosed revolver with six shots to boot.

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FIRST LOOK: The .357 Magnum Colt King Cobra Revolver Has Arrived

Shooters can once again get their hands on the big snake with the introduction of the Colt King Cobra revolver in .357 Magnum.

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Snub Nose Revolvers
Concealed Carry Handguns 2019 #215

These Snub Nose Revolvers Set the Standard for Modern Wheelguns

While nothing is going to dethrone semi-autos for self-defense, these snub nose revolvers from Colt and Smith & Wesson set the standard for wheelguns.

Concealable Revolvers, target
Combat Handguns September/October 2018

Ranking and Scoring 5 Concealable Revolvers on the Range

While many people prefer to carry compact semi-auto pistols, concealable revolvers stil have a place in the self-defense world, as shown here.

23 personal protection handguns
Concealed Carry Handguns 2018 #211

23 Personal Protection Handguns to Keep You Safe

While the gun market has slowed, sales are still pretty good because manufacturers have evolved a variety of personal protection handguns for user's needs.

Full Size handguns 2018, full-sized handguns, full size pistols, new handguns
Combat Handguns July/August 2018

Here Are 25 of the Best Full Size Handguns Introduced in 2018

Manufacturers have churned out a wide variety of semi-auto full size handguns in 2018, including brand-new models and variants with seriously upgraded features.

Smith & Wesson Model 10, Colt Police Positive, revolvers
Combat Handguns September/October 2018

Tale of the Tape: Smith & Wesson Model 10 vs. Colt Police Positive

Two of the most popular revolvers with both police and civilians alike were the S&W Model 10 and the Colt Police Positive. See how they fared against one another in...

Colt Cobra Revolver, Range Test, Gun Review, aim

Testing and Scoring the Colt Cobra Revolver Across 7 Categories

Holding six rounds of .38 Special, the Colt Cobra revolver is an accurate, self-defense snubbie worthy of the heritage it was built on.

colt competition 1911 pistol shooting

VIDEO: The Colt Competition 1911 9mm Lives Up to the Colt Name

Wanting to assess a modern Colt firearm as well as a 9mm 1911, YouTube personality Graham Baates sends rounds through a Colt Competition 1911 in 9mm.

new handguns summer 2018
Concealed Carry Handguns 2018 #211

39 New Handguns to Get Excited About for Summer 2018

A look at over three dozen new handguns from the likes of Glock, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson and Ruger ready to make an impact this summer.

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