The Springfield XD-9 Sub-Compact is a 9mm polymer handgun. From the factory, it comes in a hard gun case with 2 magazines: 1 regular and 1 extended 2-stack magazine. The regular magazine holds 9 rounds while the extended holds 16 rounds. Many would consider this handgun a “hybrid.” That is, it has some of the best features of […]
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North American Arms Mini Revolver
(45 votes, average: 3.62 out of 5)
Loading...The North American Arms (NAA) Mini Revolver is a small revolver constructed entirely from stainless steel. These small revolvers are reminiscent of the spur trigger single action revolvers of the mid-19th century. As a single action revolver, the hammer must be manually cocked each time for the pistol to fire each of the 5 rounds […]
Sig Sauer P232
(148 votes, average: 3.61 out of 5)Loading...The most beautiful handgun ever? Ok, I know this pistol is modeled after the Walther PP… but I’d venture to say Sig Sauer did it one better. This gun is gorgeous, especially in all stainless. And yes, it’s only a .380, but man does it feel good in the hand (especially with the Hogue grips […]
Llama MiniMax 9mm
(23 votes, average: 3.61 out of 5)Loading...The 1911 is one of the most distinguished gun designs in the world. It’s served our armed forces from the trenches, to the beaches, to the deserts and jungles. The 1911 has found service once again with the United States Marine Corps special ops troops. Many manufacturers produce 1911-style handguns. The design is simple, reliable […]
HK P30
(192 votes, average: 3.59 out of 5)Loading...The Heckler & Koch P30-series of pistols was developed by HK as an evolution of the company’s Universal Self-loading Pistol (USP) and its later P2000. The USP was a scaled-down version of the Mk23 pistol designed for US SOCCOM. The USP had a few drawbacks as HK went with a proprietary mounting rail which severely […]
Walther P22
(122 votes, average: 3.58 out of 5)Loading...The Walther P22 is a .22 caliber polymer semi-automatic handgun. The factory box contains the gun, 1 magazine and different grip sizes. The gun fit my hand perfectly with the standard grip size. The standard .22 magazine holds 10 rounds. I would classify this gun as compact. This gun is a very good size for concealed carry, although […]
Springfield Armory XD (Xtreme Defense)
(109 votes, average: 3.57 out of 5)Loading...Springfield Armory’s XD series of pistols is based on the polymer framed, striker fired Croatian HS2000 (Hrvatski Samokres). Unlike most modern polymer pistols, the XD incorporates a grip safety similar to that found on the M1911. Another unique component is the full length guide rod. According to the Croatian designers, this mechanism was intended as […]
Smith & Wesson 581
(23 votes, average: 3.57 out of 5)Loading...The S&W 581 revolver, first produced in the 1980s, is actually a variant of the 586. The 581 has fixed sights, as shown in the example pictured here. This gun also has the rarer nickel finish, and a 6-round cylinder. The 581 is chambered for .357 magnum, and can also shoot the lighter .38 special […]
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Paul Crouch: been a while. I did put a stainless recoil rod/s...
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William Mecham: I've had my M68 for over 20 years and still carry...
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Fabricio: I have a model 442 at least is the model that is p...
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MARK A GLENN: Buy the stainless striker guide and the stainless ...
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Isaac: I love my Rossi .38. I have a 3” model and it’...
