Canik TP9 Elite SC HG5610T 9mm Luger
The pistol is supplied with a hard-plastic case. Two backstraps, a standard and extended magazine, mounting plate for a red dot, Allen wrench, a manual, and a credible plastic holster are included.
Shadow Systems MR920 Combat 9mm Luger
Despite there being a bad shortage of 9mm handguns a couple of years ago, in 2023 many well-known brands are reasonably available and are...
SIG Sauer P938 Legion No. 938-9-Legion 9mm Luger
The form of this pistol closely mimics that of a 1911 and, as such, the early versions have nice crisp edges on the slide and frame.
Smith & Wesson CSX 12615 9mm Luger
S&W engineers put some thought into the bottom end of the CSX. Instead of polymer used for the Shield frame, the CSX frame is made of aluminum alloy with a matte-black finish.
Rock Island Armory XT 22 51996 22 Magnum
As tested with an additional magazine we bought separately and a Wilson Combat Slide Lock, the total comes to $614.
KelTec PMR-30 PMR30TACGY 22 Magnum
The PMR-30 has been out the longest of the three handguns and still appears futuristic in profile.
Walther WMP 5220300 22 Magnum
The Walther WMP has received a lot of attention. Walther’s ad campaign stresses a duty to be ready.
Canik METE SFT HG5636-N 9mm Luger
In hand, the full-size SFT has nice balance and grip. The beavertail is extended. The grip girth is manageable for small-handed shooters.
Girsan MC28 SA 390100 9mm Luger
Modular back straps seem to be the norm with striker-fire pistols, and the Girsan provides three options: small, medium, and large. A tool is provided to push out the plastic pin that holds the back strap in place.
IWI Masada M9ORP17 9mm Luger
Most striker-fire pistols use a trigger bar assembly that articulates, with the striker acting as both a trigger bar and a sear.
SHOT 2023: Savage Arms Introduces 1911 Government Model Pistols
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Savage Arms’...
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Ammo Price Increases Are Coming
Since President Donald Trump’s announcement on April 4 about new tariffs — a 10% blanket tariff on all imports, plus targeted reciprocal tariffs —...