Ammo Review: Winchester PDX1 Defender 12 Gauge
Travis Pike for TTAG Buck and ball loads have a pretty long history of success in the United States. However, that success was primarily from 1776 to the 1860s. New buck and ball loads haven’t…
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Top Defensive Handguns According to Guns.com Readers
Last month we asked our readers what their top defensive handgun was according to brand. Within a week we had thousands of responses and a good grasp on what our readers choose for a defensive…
Blue Collar Prepping with Erin Palette
Stocking up on essentials before an issue arises doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. (Photo: Jacki Billings/Guns.com) Erin Palette may be the face of Operation Blazing Swords but she also knows a…
Stoeger Introduces New Compact Model STR-9 Pistol
The STR-9 Compact joins the STR-9 lineup. (Photo: Stoeger) Stoeger expands its STR-9 handgun lineup, adding a compact model designed for concealed carry and home defense enthusiasts. The STR-9 Compact, chambered in 9mm, offers a…
5 Practical Tips for Home Defense to Keep You Safe
Dave Young knows a few things about home defense, after all, he wrote a book on it. In his book, How to Defend Your Family and Home, Young interviewed more than 100 people who lived…
Top 5 Full-Sized Handguns Suited for Self-Defense
Self-defense is a broad and all-inclusive term that covers both personal protection and home defense. When determining what kind of self-defense pistol to buy, it’s imperative to narrow down exactly what you’re looking for in…