With President Trump hinting at national reciprocity, it’s not surprising to see a surge in handgun sales. As such, the industry has responded with numerous new handgun ammo offerings, which were released or at least introduced at the 2025 NSSF SHOT Show. Here is a comprehensive list of nearly every
Over the last decade, the firearms industry has seen a surge in demand for high-quality, compact, and reliable handguns. The forces driving this are many, but in the end, people want a pistol they can carry concealed comfortably. One of the leaders in this market is Canik. This year at
It seems like SHOT Show was full of new 1911 and 2011 pistols. Not to mention lever action rifles everywhere you looked. The market for single-stack and double-stack 1911s has expanded with smaller, concealable models, more competition-focused models, and more optics-ready guns. The demand has never been higher, and companies
The revolver market thrives despite critics’ opinions. Many people appreciate the reliability and ease of use that revolvers offer. One of the most respected names in this space is Taurus, which has just launched the new Taurus 850 for 2025. Taurus 850 – .38 Spl. Lightweight Fighter Weighing in as
The popularity of revolvers is more than evident this year. Double action revolvers, the concealment type with “snub” barrels, are popular for self-defense, while those with longer barrels excel in the field and competition. Single-action revolvers are favorites of hunters and cowboy action shooters. So, let’s take a look at
I have had countless great discussions with new gun owners. Many of them are embracing the gun culture and becoming more than just gun owners. One question I occasionally get is the odd naming protocols found in the gun world. For example, we have gauges in shotguns and calibers in
Red dot optics are becoming standard equipment. They’re precise, fast, and help shooters of all levels get on target quickly. But if you’re new to the optics game, some of the terminology and mounting options might feel a bit overwhelming. Don’t fret. In this guide, we’ll break down the common
Smith & Wesson has caught the eye of the firearms industry with its Spec Series guns. Today, they have announced the newest addition to this line-up: the new S&W – M&P 9 Metal HD—Spec Series V. S&W – M&P 9 Metal HD -Steel-Frame Spec Series Pistol This is the fifth
My history with Charter Arms revolvers goes back many years. As a young deputy sheriff in the late 1970s, I carried a Charter Undercover .38 Special snub in an ankle holster as a BUG. Later, as a state Parole and Probation Officer in the mid-1980s, I carried another Charter Undercover.
