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    Available in left-hand configuration, the Stage Model 15 QPQ in 300 BLK proved formidable.
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    Stag 15 Pistol: A Left-Handed .300 BLK Tactical Pistol With an 8-Inch Barrel

    The 429 DE brings serious downrange performance to the Desert Eagle.
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    429 DE: Desert Eagle Mates .44-Cal Bullet With Bottlenecked .50 AE Case

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    Ed Brown KC9-VTX Expands EVO Series With Carry Optics Variant

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    FN 509 Compact: FN Adds Striker-Fired Carry Model to 509 Line

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    Winchester USA Ready Defense: Built for Conceal Carry Pistols

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    The 429 DE brings serious downrange performance to the Desert Eagle.

    429 DE: Desert Eagle Mates .44-Cal Bullet With Bottlenecked .50 AE Case

    The pump-action Blackwater Sentry 12 is built to run.

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

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    Congresswoman Lauren Boebert heads to the Capitol packing a pistol.

    WATCH: Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Heads to Capitol Packing

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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 Savage Stevens 320 Security features a thumbhole stock and affordable price.

Stevens 320 Thumbhole Security: Defense Shotgun Gets New Stock

Federal's new Force X2 buckshot splits upon impact.

Federal Force X2 Buckshot Splits Into 2 Equal Pieces on Impact

The new Hatsan Escort Versatile Tactical Shotgun line serves well for home defense.

Hatsan Introduces Escort Versatile Tactical Shotgun Line

The new integrally suppressed works on Remington 870 and Mossberg 500 shotguns.

Phoenix Weaponry Releases Integrally Suppressed Shotgun Line

With an adjustable cheek pice and open sights, along with plenty of rail space, the Bull-Dog is versatile.

American Tactical Bull-Dog Shotgun: Bullpup Design With AR Influences

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With Picatinny rails, 20-inch barrels and the choice between 12 and 20 gauge, or a pistol grip design, the Citadel Warthog brings value to home defense.

Citadel Warthog Delivers Tremendous Value in Home Defense Shotgun

With 20-inch barrels and the choice between 12 and 20 gauge, or a pistol grip design, the Citadel Warthog brings value to home defense.

The shotgun remains a formidable home defense weapon.

WATCH: Shotgun Training, Skills and Safety for First-Time Buyers

Arguably no home defense tool reigns as effective as the smoothbore, so check out this primer on shotgun training for first-time gun buyers.

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The 429 DE brings serious downrange performance to the Desert Eagle.
429 DE: Desert Eagle Mates .44-Cal Bullet With Bottlenecked .50 AE Case
The Streamlight Wedge delivers 1,000 lumens up to 110 meters.
Streamlight Wedge: USB-Rechargeable EDC Light Delivers 1,000 Lumens
The pump-action Blackwater Sentry 12 is built to run.
Blackwater Sentry 12: First Look at the AR-Style, Polymer Pump Shotgun
The new FN 509 Compact is designed for concealed carry.
FN 509 Compact: FN Adds Striker-Fired Carry Model to 509 Line
Home Defense Shotgun Ammo, best home defense shotgun ammo

WATCH: How Does Home Defense Shotgun Ammo Really Penetrate Walls?

Your home defense shotgun may need to shoot through walls if the situation calls for it, so it's best to know what ammo is actually up to the task.

With several models delivering 1,000 lumens of bight light, the Streamlight TL-Racker increases the defensive capability of your Remington or Mossberg pump.

Streamlight TL-Racker Gives Advantage to Remington, Mossberg Pumps

With models delivering 1,000 lumens of bright light, the Streamlight TL-Racker increases the defensive capability of your Remington or Mossberg pump.

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Could Federal Shorty Shotshells user in new shotgun designs?

Could Federal’s Shorty Shotshell Usher in a New Defensive Shotgun?

With SAAMI's standardization, Federal's Shorty Shotshell is available to the industry, and it might just spark new development in shotgun design.

Personal Defense World August - Sept 2019

Personal Defense World Brings Facts: More Guns, Less Crime

The latest issue of Personal Defense World centers on facts, looking at stats that support gun ownership, plus great info on guns, gear, training and more.

Guns for Home Protection, handguns, rifles, shotguns
Personal Defense World No. 220

6 of the Best Guns for Home Protection Just Hitting the Market

There are a lot of options regarding firearms, so choosing one can be both exciting and difficult; consider one of these best guns for home protection.

Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis

Wicomico County Sheriff Won’t Comply if Maryland Passes New Gun Laws

After testifying against two anti-gun bills in Maryland, Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis came out and stated he would not enforce these laws if passed.

Tennessee Home Invasion, aiming shotguns

Tennessee Home Invasion Shows Need for Aiming Defensive Shotguns

A man fought off a Tennessee home invasion with a shotgun, revealing, once again, the myths surrounding their use, such as they don't have to be aimed.

Kel-Tec KS7 Shotgun

Load Up for Anything With the Kel-Tec KS7 Shotgun

The Kel-Tec KS7 shotgun is a slimmer, lighter and less expensive version of the KSG, with a number of improvements that shooters will like.

XS Big Dot Sights

XS Big Dot Sights Provide Low-Light Target Acquisition for Shotguns

To hit anything, you actually have to use the sights on a shotgun, and XS Big Dot sights provide fast target acquisition in all lighting situations.

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.

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