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How Do Revolvers Work

How Do Revolvers Work?

By Guy J. Sagi A revolver’s method of operation is straightforward, uncluttered, and rugged. It’s arguably the most reliable repeating handgun design ever made, capable of defying conditions that force many semi-automatics to surrender. How revolvers work is so simple and universal that despite many advances in handgun technology, they remain ubiquitous in the firearms […]

Glock 42 Review

Glock 42 Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick I can still remember when the Glock 42 was announced and how much its emergence disrupted the firearms industry. The Model 42 was Glock’s very first .380 caliber pistol and the smallest gun Glock had ever made. I remember this vividly because I was a year into being able to carry a […]

Modular Handgun System

Modular Handgun System

The Modular Handgun System (MHS) is likely familiar to anyone who pays attention to firearm trends. This guide will shine some light on the meaning of modular handgun systems while also discussing how this idea has evolved and what it means for the future.   The idea for a “Modular Handgun System” came from the Army […]

handgun hunting

Introduction To Handgun Hunting

By Guy J. Sagi Consistent success when hunting with a handgun takes an unusual orchestration of skill, knowledge, and patience. However, decades of expertise are not a prerequisite for handgun hunting. Thousands of first-timers fill big-game tags annually with their shorter-than-traditional guns and, for many, the attraction is more than just the added challenge. Handgun […]

pistol shooting stances

Types Of Pistol Shooting Stances

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick There are many pistol shooting stances used in the shooting world. Finding one that is comfortable to you takes time and is the most important part. In this blog, we’ll review the most popular stances and talk about how building a foundation each time you shoot is key to properly aiming […]