Gun Tests

Part of Springfield’s promotion for this pistol is the “noticeably unnoticeable” tagline, which makes sense because the slide is 0.9 inch wide and the...

We recently tested a Glock Model 30. The suffix SF indicates just a few changes from the original G30 model. Glock told us that...

Sig Sauer (formerly known in the United States as Sigarms), offers as many as 13 different 45 ACP P220 “Carry” models. These pistols are...

The Colt New Frontier appeared in 1961 with Colt’s Second Generation single-action models made from 1956 through 1975. It debuted when John F. Kennedy...

The concept of a revolver chambered for 45 ACP goes back to WWI, when Colt and Smith & Wesson brought out their Model 1917s to fire the semiautomatic-pistol cartridge through the use of half-moon clips. With the more recent introduction of full-moon clips, these six-shot revolvers can be reloaded very quickly as long as you have a supply of loaded clips. The original S&W Model 1917 had a detent to hold the cylinder fully open, which helped expedite the reloading process. Recently, revolver maestro Jerry Miculek proved just how fast a 45 revolver can be reloaded. He fired six shots from his gun, dumped the empties, reloaded, and fired six more—all in less than three seconds.

Some of the most fun shooters can have is target shooting, plinking, and hunting with 22 LR and 22 WMR wheel guns. Many gun...

Cartridges and Cartridge Names To Gun Tests Staff: In this article you write, “Although it was designed for the 44 Magnum, the size also made...

Loading pistol magazines is a pain in the thumb. A reader recently asked if we have ever tested Speed Beez magazine loaders. He was...

The 44 Magnum’s position in the shooting sports remains quite solid. The business is still dominated by Sturm, Ruger & Co., Smith & Wesson,...

When it comes to personal defense, no one should be priced out of the market. Yet with both young and old on a tight...

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...

When it comes to personal defense, no one should be priced out of the market. Yet with both young and old on a tight...