Comparison: Glock 17 vs. Smith & Wesson M&P9

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For the longest time, there was only one dominant striker-fired polymer pistol. I am speaking of course about the legendary, ubiquitous Glock.  So ubiquitous its name is slang for “handgun.” You don’t attain such a status, a status of complete cultural saturation and being the overwhelmingly popular choice of law enforcement without turning out a … Read more

The Best Calibers for Survival

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by John If you do anything with a firearm, you probably have the “perfect” ammunition for that purpose.  It may be unsuitable for some or even all other purposes, but as long as you have a well stocked gun store nearby, who cares. But consider a survival situation.  What kind of situation, we don’t know, … Read more

The Best Handguns for Home Defense

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by Reaper Home defense is a crucial cornerstone for anyone living in today’s world, and no matter what the media tries to tell us, we all know that the pen doesn’t always beat the sword. It’s not like you’re going to take the time, or risk trying to talk yourself out of a life or … Read more

Comparison: Beretta 92FS vs. Taurus PT92

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One of the most popular handguns was a former U.S military sidearm (they switched to the Sig Sauer in 2017), the Beretta 92FS/M9 and related variants. The Beretta 92 has firmly established itself as an accurate and reliable pistol that serves well in hostile environments. The Beretta is a great choice as a home defense … Read more

Top 5 Best Pistols for SHTF

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by Eric Ahhh, guns, my favorite subject. What are the top 5 pistols, or should we say handguns, for a SHTF event? Well, that would depend on a few factors. One would be the users experience with handguns. Another would be whether it is intended to cover all your needs or solely intended as a … Read more

Top 5 Best SIG Sauer Pistols

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With the news that the United States military will officially adopt the SIG Sauer P320 pistol to replace the Beretta M9 that has served since the 1980s, it would seem like an appropriate time to discuss SIGs in general. The manufacturer, SIG Sauer, is regarded as being a premium brand on the firearms market. Their … Read more

How Many Firearms Do You Really Need?

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How many guns do you really need to own?  This is a question that many gun owners ask themselves or ask others. Unfortunately, it’s a question that has no definitive general answer. Let’s analyze it in greater depth and see if we can find the right answer for you. There are respectable arguments to own … Read more

Colt Mark IV Series 70 Review

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by Nicholas Even those who aren’t familiar with guns should at least have heard of the 1911 before.  It’s one of the most popular and classic handguns of all time, and while there are many variations of the 1911 produced, perhaps the most iconic one of all is the G.I-style of M1911A1 that was used … Read more

Top 7 Best Double Stack .45s

The top three calibers that you should consider for an STHF sidearm are 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP simply because they are the most popular and easiest to find. If you decide that .45 ACP is the caliber you would like in your sidearm, it’s time to do your research on the best specific … Read more

Top 5 Brands of 1911 to Own

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Easily one of the most iconic and beloved semi-automatic pistols of all time, the 1911 is a timeless design that has been around for over a hundred years and will likely be around for a hundred more. But what makes the 1911 so adored by shooters? Just as importantly, what specific brands of 1911 stand … Read more

Top 5 Walther Pistols to Own

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Walther is a gun company that always seems to introduce a new innovative feature with each gun they make. They’ve gone from a simple target rifle manufacturer in the 1880s to now being one of the most famous firearms manufacturers in the entire world. Walther produces an assortment of high-quality handguns for law enforcement, military, … Read more

Do I need a dump pouch?

I recently completed my second tactical response class in the past 3 months or so and came away with a revelation: magazine dump pouches can get people killed. If you are not familiar the idea of their use it is to have a place to stash empty(or partially empty) magazines rather than dropping them on … Read more

Equipment Review: HC3R Ruger 10/22 Magazine

Higher capacity aftermarket magazines for the Ruger 10/22 have been hit or miss for many years. With the release of the factory Ruger BX-25 magazine, 10/22 owners finally had a reliable higher-than-standard capacity magazine available to them. I honestly felt that there would be no more non-Ruger magazines produced as how could they possibly compete. … Read more

Henry Arms US Survival Rifle Review

The Henry US Survival AR-7 Rifle is the latest rendition of the USAF AR-7 that many Air Force pilots carried “just in case” for the last 40+ years. Even today it can be found stored away by many backpackers, bush pilots, and ATV riders. The AR-7 is known for its unique ability to disassemble in several components and store it … Read more

Visit to firearms manufacturer I.O. Inc.

A couple weeks ago the folks at I.O. Inc. located in Monroe, North Carolina allowed me the honor of touring their facility. Having been the previous owner of an I.O. STG-2000-C and in the market for an AK-variant, I was more than interested.  The tour started with a door opening up and as I walked … Read more