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Revolvers

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

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

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

The new Taurus Defender 856 features a dual day/night front sight post.

Taurus Defender 856: Defensive Revolver Features Dual Night, Day Sight

Combat Handguns September/October 2019

Gun Review: The Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger GP100 10mm Revolver

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

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

DeSantis Dual Angle Hunter Hybrid Holster

DeSantis Releases Revolver-Ready Dual Angle Hunter Hybrid Holster

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North American Arms Bug II, Hornady, Target
Combat Handguns May/June 2019

Gun Review: The North American Arms Bug II Is a Tiny CQB Fighter

North American Arms teamed up with TALO to create a tine close-quarters fighter in the Bug II, and this gun really fits the bill for compact concealability.

Mastering the Double-Action Trigger

WATCH: Ernest Langdon Explains Mastering the Double-Action Trigger

Accurate shooting depends on a good trigger pull, which is why shooters need to practice regularly, especially if the carry gun has a double-action trigger.

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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
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.

Ruger Custom Shop Super GP100, left

Ruger Custom Shop Super GP100 Revolver Comes Competition Ready

Featuring the renowned action of the Super Redhawk, optimized and polished, and excellent sights, the Ruger Custom Shop Super GP100 comes competition ready.

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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.

Smith & Wesson Model 610 Revolver

Retro Return: Smith & Wesson Brings Back Model 610 Revolver in 10mm

Capitalizing on the resurgence of the 10mm, Smith & Wesson has brought back the Model 610 revolver in two barrel lengths, and it also fires .40 S&W.

Charter Arms Professional

First Look: Charter Arms Professional in .32 H&R Magnum

Featuring seven-round capacity and an interesting caliber choice, the Charter Arms Professional is what the company calls a true fighting handgun.

Taurus 856 Concealed Hammer

New Taurus 856 Concealed Hammer Model Also Comes in Custom Colors

The Taurus 856 Concealed Hammer model provides snag-free drawing, along with a variety of materials and custom colors for revealing personality.

Colt King Cobra, right

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.

Magnum Research .500 Linebaugh BFR

Power in Production: The Magnum Research .500 Linebaugh BFR

Magnum Research has brought out a BFR (Biggest Finest Revolver) chambered in .500 Linbaugh, creating the first production model revolver in this caliber.

2020 election, Smith & Wesson Governor, Taurus Judge
Personal Defense World No. 214

Revolver Showdown: The Smith & Wesson Governor vs. the Taurus Judge

There are two .410 revolvers available — the Smith & Wesson Governor and the Taurus Judge — with features just different enough to make testing interesting.

Best Handguns of 2018

Personal Defense World’s 10 Best Handguns of 2018

Some great handguns came out in the last year and now we're drooling for 2019 — before we get there, here are 10 of the best handguns of 2018.

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