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The CSX: Smith & Wesson’s New… Single Action?
I’m not going to lie; when I saw the press release from Smith & Wesson about its new CSX pistol, I was skeptical. At a time when the polymer-frame, striker-fired, micro-9 mm double-stack pistol was conquering the landscape, Smith & Wesson launched the CSX, a metal-frame, single-action-only handgun.
First Look: Elite Survival Systems Range Bag
Packed with great features, the ESS Range Bag keeps your stuff together when you're at the range.
First Look: Viridian E-Series Green Laser Sights For The Taurus GX4XL Pistol
More accessory options for your new Taurus.
Beretta 92X Performance Pistol Review
A no-compromise version of the popular Model 92 that's loaded with desirable features.
First Look: DeSantis Holsters For The Springfield Armory Prodigy
New options include Inside The Waistband and Outside The Waistband holsters in a variety of materials.
In Memoriam: Ed Head
The long time Gunsite instructor and Shooting Illustrated columnist passed away after a brief illness
Just Right Carbines JRC Carbine Review
The JRC Carbine is a compact pistol-caliber carbine that breaks down for easy and discreet carry.
First Look: Griffin Armament DUAL-LOK HRT 556 Suppressor
A ruggedly-built rifle suppressor designed for use with some of our most elite law enforcement agencies.
Task Performance Under Stress
There is no such thing as multi-tasking. Only one task at a time, done as quickly as possible.
First Look: Shadow Systems Foundation Series Pistols
The Foundation Series from Shadow Systems offers first-rate performance without all the frills.
First Look: Crimson Trace HRO Red Dot Optic
A red dot sight that's built from the ground up durability and rough use.
Upscale Eye Protection Roundup
Because shooting well and looking good matter, that's why.
Building The Combat Mindset
Going to the range and pressing the trigger is only the beginning of armed self-defense. Creating a combat mindset requires no trigger time at all.
I Carry: Springfield Armory XD 9 mm Pistol in a Crucial Concealment Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Springfield Armory XD 9 mm pistol with an OSP 9 mm slide assembly carried in a Crucial Concealment Ambi Cover IWB holster and topped with a Bushnell RXC-200 red-dot sight.
Right Hand vs Left Hand Twist Rifling
While on a recent cleaning binge of my .45 ACP pistols, I noticed that some of the barrels had a right-hand twist, while the majority had a left-hand twist. This got me wondering why that was and what the difference between the two may be.
Survey Finds Americans Use A Gun For Self-Defense 1.67 Million Times Annually
Responders reported that most incidents are resolved without any shots being fired.
First Look: Falco Holsters Concealed Carry Handbags
Four new options for off body carry of your defensive firearm.
The Mental Mechanics Behind Red Dot Pistol Sights
Red dot pistol sights can be an incredibly useful addition to your defensive pistol, but they take some time to master.
First Look: Grovtec G-Stop Hand Stop
A reversible hand stop that can also work as a barricade stop.
The Evolution of the Modern Sporting Rifle
The XM-5 Spear, CMMG Dissent and other guns are an indication that the modern sporting rifle market is evolving in new directions.