Everybody wants to shoot a magnum revolver until, well, they shoot a magnum revolver. Cartridges like the .460 S&W Magnum gain their appeal from proven performance on game, even beyond conventional handgun distances. However, many of these platforms are geared toward wilderness self-defense and,...

Nearly every major manufacturer now offers a “slimline” striker-fired micro-compact 9mm pistol in their lineup, and Taurus is no exception. The Taurus GX4XL T.O.R.O. handgun is part of Taurus’ GX4 micro-compact family. The original GX4 models made their first debut May 2021, while the slightly large...

My friend Alex runs “The Suited Shootist,” a community dedicated to those who like to dress well while heavily armed. It’s an important topic, because I’ve noticed a certain groupthink when it comes to the firearms community and clothing. We (as guys) tend to fall into one of two camps: The Not-So-R...

It’s clear that from 2020 the attitude around general readiness and preparedness has changed radically. What once used to be something reserved for survivalists and “paranoid” preppers, has now returned to just good common sense in an ever-changing world where daily threats make headline news. The p...

Firearms are fun and handy tools until something goes wrong. Maybe your magazine has malfunctioned or there’s something wrong with your firing pin. One familiar problem gun owners have are jammed firearms. This malfunction can be annoying and challenging to fix. Knowing how to fix firearm jams is es...

To select an optimal, quality concealed-carry holster, it's important to remember that a holster is more than a gun bucket. It must meet specific requirements for safety and retention. Most mass-produced handguns can be used effectively for self-defense as long as the user's skill is up to par, but ...

To select an optimal, quality concealed-carry holster, it's important to remember that a holster is more than a gun bucket. It must meet specific requirements for safety and retention. Most mass-produced handguns can be used effectively for self-defense as long as the user's skill is up to par, but ...