Five Guns Better Than Your Glock
Gun Tests has reviewed dozens of Glock pistols over the years, and in many cases, a Glock has not won an evaluation when it...
The Truth About Budget 9mm Luger Ammunition Choices
When you consider buying a pistol for home or personal defense, you face the initial costs that are pretty steep — the pistol, holster,...
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 Affordable 1911 45 ACP Pistols for 2026
Gun Tests has reviewed hundreds of 45 ACP pistol selections in various configurations over the years.
From those tests, we've assembled the top 10 Affordable 45...
10 Best 380 ACP Pocket Pistols for 2026
Over the years, Gun Tests Magazine has reviewed dozens of concealable pistols chambered in 380 ACP. The smallest of these sidearms are the subcompact...
Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B45BA 10100103 45 Auto
The Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry is the least expensive bobtail in the match up, yet it did not disappoint in the long run. The...
What Revolver Should I Buy for Self Defense If I’m on a Budget and...
For budget-friendly, reliable self-defense revolvers, here are the top options worth considering.
BEST OVERALL BUDGET PICK
Taurus 856 (~$300–$380) — 6-shot 38 Special, solid reliability for...
What Pistol Should I Buy If I’m on a Budget and Want Reliability?
Gun Tests not only evaluates firearms for function and performance, we also consider value, that is, the bang for the buck, in every firearm...
Top 10 45 ACP 1911 Pistols for 2026
At Gun Tests, we have tested dozens, if not hundreds, of 1911-style pistols over the years, everything from 5-inch-barrel steel-frame 1911 handguns to 3.0-inch-barrel...
Top 10 44 Magnum Handguns for 2026
If you have never actually fired a revolver chambered for 44 Magnum, your reluctance is likely based upon their reputation for infamous levels of...
