The nifty thing about firearms is that they’re designed to last a long, long time with reasonable maintenance. I’m not even an antique aficionado but I regularly shoot pistols and rifles in my small collection that were manufactured in 1936, 1944 and 1945. Others shoot guns much older than that.The longevity of firearm service life […]
Which One’s the BB Gun?
I live under the ruthless and oppressive iron fist of a neighborhood association. For some reason, they get all torqued up when I practice things like rapid fire and shooting on the move in the backyard. Oh, and setting up a plate rack in the neighbor’s lawn? Forget it. Some people just don’t appreciate fun. […]
Sig Sauer’s P320 XCompact Carry Pistol
I’ve been searching for the perfect carry pistol for 15 years. I started large with a Beretta 92FS full-size. Then I suffered through the miniscule uber-compact stage. Now I’ve figured out that the confidence I gain from shooting a larger pistol with a generous ammo supply far outweighs the extra size and weight. Yes, as […]
Why Are Glocks So Popular?
Like people, some guns are famous for certain attributes, while others are famous for being famous. I think the long-term fame of Glocks draws a bit from each of those realms, although I’m not sure if the Kardashians use them. The First Tactical Tupperware … and Curtain Rods The early Glocks brought the beginning of […]
CMMG Mk10 Banshee Pistol, Gets a 10mm Power Boost
There’s a new Banshee in town and it’s finally chambered in 10mm. If you’re looking for a high-class 10mm pistol or short-barrel rifle, you need to check this out… Actually, anytime a company releases a new pistol caliber carbine, there’s an immediate ask for the same, but in 10mm. Well, folks, your time is now […]
S&W Revolver Frame Sizes (Part I)
Mystified by the myriad of revolver frame types? N, J, K, L, E-I-E-I-O? Head over to the Tactical Professor for a simple explanation… #Smith&WessonSunday First in an ongoing series. This series owes much to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in S&W products an… Read […]
Walther Begins Shipping ‘First Edition’ PPK/S Pistols -The Firearm Blog
I’ve got a 60’s era InterArms Walther PPK/S that’s a true classic. Glad to see this hit the market… A little while back Walther Arms announced that they were going to begin US-based production of the iconic PPK in .380. Well production is now underway and Walther are celebrating by offering a limited run of […]
Great Gun Buys on a Budget
The key to buying a gun on a budget is knowing where you can and can’t cut corners. The most important attribute of a defensive gun is that it works. Read the rest: Great Gun Buys on a Budget | U.S. Concealed Carry Association
Beretta’s Future Firearms: New APX and 92X Models
Beretta has been busy… An all-new 92X family and several new APX models Beretta recently unveiled the latest iteration of the 90-Series platform, and Shooting Illustrated was at the launch. Read the rest: Shooting Illustrated | Beretta’s Future Firearms: New APX and 92X Models
Brass Tacks: Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact
There’s always room for another plinker on the shelves. If it’s a good one… It’s not as if there is a shortage of .22 pistols on the market. And rimfire ammo isn’t as affordable as it used to be. We might as well get used to that, because just as steaks, movie tickets, and Shake […]