Obscure Object Of Desire – Norinco TU-90
The gun world has a particular set of guys. There are 1911 ‘guys,’ Glock ‘guys,’ AK ‘guys,’ and more. Guys who like guns but have a particular love for one platform. I know they have…
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Concealed Carry: Revolvers I Depend On
Many years ago, I pounded my arches flat, walking a beat. I didn’t feel under gunned with a Smith & Wesson .38 on the belt and six extra rounds in a carrier. The revolver is…
Gun Review: The Ruger RXM Delivers Price, Performance and Practical Value
Polymer-frame striker-fired handguns are the typical service pistol these days, although a few of the previous generation aluminum-frame pistols are still in use. The balance of function, affordability, and economy has a great deal of…
Bersa’s Thunder Plus .380 – “Everyman’s” PPK?
I recently reviewed a brand new, shiny Walther PP—why I chose a PP over a PPK is still a mystery—and it brought back memories of when I was a young shaver and would go to…
Review: Jacob Grey Firearms TWC Black
I’ve been a little late getting into the 2011 resurgence that the industry has been experiencing in the last few years. Until 2024, I had not even laid hands on a 2011 since my days…
Which AR For Home Defense?
The AR-15 is America’s rifle—plain and simple. If you don’t already own one (or several), you need to fix that ASAP. It’s one of the most versatile and enjoyable rifles to shoot, whether you’re hunting,…
Palmetto State Armory Sabre-10 Review. The M110 Clone You’re Looking For?
If you’re anything like me, you might agree that the early GWOT era had a timeless and unique aesthetic flair that rivals any other period in our military’s history. Far from being skin deep, the…
Smith & Wesson Releases Their New CSX E-Series 9mm Pistols
Smith & Wesson announced the release of the new CSX E-Series 9mm pistols. The CSX E-Series are micro-compact pistols with aluminum alloy frames. Smith first released the CSX in 2022, and they’ve had a bunch…
S&W’s Bodyguard 2.0 .380 Pistol – One Tiny Lifesaver!
The new S&W Bodyguard has earned its “2.0” status. To put it bluntly… the original 6-shot Bodyguard .380 left much to be desired. The new 2.0 version fixes what was wrong with its predecessor. The…
10.5” vs 11.5” for 5.56: Does One Inch Really Make a Difference?
When it comes to choosing between a 10.5-inch and an 11.5-inch barrel for a 5.56 rifle, the debate often revolves around performance, reliability, and intended use. While the difference of one inch may seem negligible…