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    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

    The POF Minuteman uses Frank DeSomma’s E2 dual-extraction technology, which involves cutting four narrow channels into the neck area of the chamber.
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    POF Minuteman: The 10.5-Inch Barreled 5.56mm NATO Pistol

    The popular Springfield Hellcat OSP now includes an ambi, manual safety.
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    Springfield Hellcat OSP: Carry Pistol Adds Manual Ambi-Safety

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    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

    The Safariland Bianchi Assent fits more than 250 pistols via six different sizes.
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    Bianchi Assent: Safariland’s Newest Concealment Holster Fits 250 Pistols

    The Winchester Defender ammo line adds 12-gauge, 20-gauge and 5.56mm loads.
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    Winchester Defender Line Adds 5.56, 12-gauge & 20-gauge Loads

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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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    82-Year-Old Vietnam Vet Beats Armed Intruder to Death With Shotgun Butt

    12-Year-Old boy shoots armed intruders
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    12-Year-Old Boy Grabs Gun, Shoots Intruders Who Shot His Grandmother

    Texas Mom Tackels Suspect, Pervert, reup
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    WATCH: Texas Mom Lays Out Alleged Peeper With Bone-Crushing Tackle

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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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SIG's Max Michel teaches a three-step process for a proper pistol draw stroke.

WATCH: Master the Pistol Draw Stroke With Team SIG Sauer’s Max Michel

When using ankle holsters, drop to one knee for a stable base.
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How to Effectively Use Ankle Holsters if the Time Calls for It

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