Pistol Magazine Loaders: ETS, Maglula, and Speed Beez
Loading pistol magazines is a pain in the thumb. A reader recently asked if we have ever tested Speed Beez magazine loaders. He was...
Glock Holsters: We Test a Mix of Types for the Polymer 9mm Luger...
The Glock 17 and Glock 19 are among the most popular concealed-carry and home-defense handguns on the market. In this report, we examine some...
What Gun Should I Buy for Concealed Pocket Carry?
Pocket carry is a legit concealment method, especially for compact/subcompact revolvers and small semi-autos. Here's what matters most:
The pocket holster is non-negotiable. Never carry...
Top 10 Concealed-Carry Holsters for 2026
The concealed-carry holster should be chosen as carefully as the carry gun or defense load. There isn’t a shortage of manufacturers and custom makers,...
Top 10 Holster Choices for Various Carry Situations in 2026
Gun Tests Magazine has reviewed hundreds of holsters over the last few years, involving all the major types and price points. In this listicle,...
Gun Tests Master Index 1989 to 2025
2025 HANDGUNS
Issue Date
AMT DAO Back-Up 40 S&W (GT Classic)
Feb 2025
Astra A-100 45 ACP (GT Classic)
Dec 2025/Jan 2026
Auto-Ordnance General (GT Classic)
Mar 2025
Bersa Thunder...
Best Guns & Gear of the Year
Toward the end of each year, I survey the work R.K. Campbell, Robert Sadowski, Tracey Taylor, and Joe Woolley have done in Gun Tests,...
We Compare Nine Chest Holsters For Outdoors and Tactical Use
While most of our previous holster tests have involved personal defense and concealed carry gear, in this report we are looking at holsters usually...
Shotgun Slug Accuracy Testing
The shotgun slug enjoys an enviable reputation for its effect on targets. The problem is accuracy. Many shotgun and slug combinations are little, if...
We Shouldn’t Need A Reminder
I want to remind Gun Tests readers about how important it is to secure our firearms from the curious, the inept, and the deranged. Just...
