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    The SIG 1911 Equinox, a Custom Works offering, will only produce 500 pistols.
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    Taurus G3 Pistols: 9mm Platform Updated With New Fixed, Steel Sights

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    8-Shot Revolver Showdown With S&W, Ruger, and Taurus

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    Premier Body Armor AGILE: Soft Armor Inserts Weigh Just 1.2 Pounds

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

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    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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Subcompact Pistols

Best Concealed Carry 9mm Pistols

The 10 Best Concealed Carry 9mm Pistols for 2019

Manual Safety, Kimber Ultra Carry, Honor Defense Honor Guard

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

SIG Sauer P365 Manual Safety

SIG Sauer Now Producing P365 Manual Safety Pistol

Naroh Arms N1 Pistol, SIG P365, Glock 43, Subcompact pistols

How Does the Naroh Arms N1 Pistol Compare to Other 9mm Subcompacts

Mastering the Double-Action Trigger

WATCH: Ernest Langdon Explains Mastering the Double-Action Trigger

Honor Defense PIstols, Honor Defense Honor Guard With OVERWATCH

Honor Defense Pistols Now Feature Mossy Oak OVERWATCH Camo

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Naroh Arms N1 Micro Compact Pistol

Naroh Arms N1 Micro Compact Pistol Coming Out at NRAAM

After six years of developing firearm components, Naroh Arms is introducing the N1 Micro Compact pistol at NRA Annual Meetings, and they're giving one away.

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Ruger Gets Smaller, Lighter With the Security-9 Compact 9mm Pistol

With the introduction of the Security-9 Compact Pistol, Ruger has increased the versatility of its popular handgun line while keeping costs the same.

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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
The POF Minuteman uses Frank DeSomma’s E2 dual-extraction technology, which involves cutting four narrow channels into the neck area of the chamber.
POF Minuteman: The 10.5-Inch Barreled 5.56mm NATO Pistol
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
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REPORT: Democrats Attempting to Fast Track Anti-Gun Bills in Congress
GECO Personal Defense Ammunition

GECO Personal Defense Ammunition Provides Subcompact 9mm Options

With its two new lines, GECO Personal Defense ammunition provides new options specifically designed for subcompacts, as well as other length barrels.

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Combat Handguns March/April 2019

Testing and Ranking 5 Subcompact 9mm Pistols on the Range

In the latest Battle Royale, we took five subcompact 9mm pistols to the range to determine their effectiveness for real-world concealed carry.

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Springfield 911 9mm Pistol

WATCH: The Springfield 911 9mm Pistol Provides Concealable Power

Featuring ergonomics similar to the 1911, the Springfield 911 9mm pistol provides more power in an only slightly larger package than the original.

LifeCard 22 WMR

Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard 22 WMR: Same Small Size With More Power

Trailblazer Firearms has come out with the LifeCard .22 WMR, featuring the same diminutive size but in a more powerful chambering.

Viridian E Series Laser

Accessorize the Mossberg MC1sc With the Viridian E Series Laser Sight

Make target acquisition easier with the Viridian E Series Laser Sight on the Mossberg MC1sc, or another compact, concealable pistol.

5 Handguns Under $600

5 Handguns Under $600 For Your Holiday Wish List

If you're looking for something to put on your holiday wish list then consider one of these 5 handguns under $600 designed for concealed carry.

SIG Micro-Compact Legion

SIG Micro-Compact Legion Pistols Provide Smaller, High-End Options

With the introduction of the SIG Micro-Compact Legion pistols, shooters can now opt for a feature-heavy sub-compact pistol in either 9mm or .380 ACP.

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Concealed Carry Handguns 2019 #215

Why the Springfield 911 Pistol Deserves a Serious Look as Your Next CCW

Compact handguns, such as the Springfield 911 pistol, have greatly grown in popularity, especially since .380 ACP is now a viable self-defense round.

Kimber EVO SP

FIRST LOOK: Kimber Goes Striker-Fired With New Kimber EVO SP Pistol

The Kimber EVO SP pistol is the company's first striker-fired offering, but instead of running with the pack and using polymer, Kimber went the metal route.

Ruger Limited Edition LCP

Ruger Celebrates 10 Years With Limited Edition LCP

Ruger is celebrating 10 years with the Lightweight Compact Pistol by introducing a Limited Edition LCP containing upgraded features and a stainless slide.

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