GEAR
THE STUFF YOU NEED FOR "HANDGUNNING"
Accessories
New Products Sept/Oct 2021...
Lone Wolf Arms introduces the Lightweight Tactical Defense (LTD) Pistol Line. Unlike many other GLOCK-pattern alternatives on the market, the LTD is not...
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Ammo Making Mania
I know … I know … I’m tired of it too. But I know how to make ammo magically re-appear back on the shelves.
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CCW Breakaways: A Potent...
Ever heard of a monkey trap? Its effectiveness owes its success to the power of sheer desperation.
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Misadventures of a...
I’m not new to firearms, just to handguns. If you ask me about service rifle reloading, natural point of aim, or reading mirage, I can help you....
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TRIJICON DI NIGHT SIGHTS
The new DI Night Sights from Trijicon combine the best of daylight and nighttime sighting solutions.
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DIY Stocks With SK Grips
The easiest and most noticeable way to change the personality of your shooter is by giving it some custom stocks.
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CLEANING
GUN CLEANING SUPPLIES, TIPS AND TRICKS
Lubing Your GLOCK in …...
Since GLOCKs are arguably the most popular striker-fired, polymer-framed pistol used by law enforcement and private citizen alike,
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The Opposite Of Dirty?
What do you need to do to keep your guns ready to go? Not much, actually. I have several “levels” of clean for my own guns.
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Bore-Max Bore Foam
I got an H&R Plainsmen bolt-action .22LR on my eighth birthday. Proud as punch of my new gun, I was determined to take care of it,
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Ballistol: 1,001 Uses …...
Over 30 years ago, I discovered the benefits of Ballistol oil. If ever there was a “do-it-all” snake oil, Ballistol would be it, but it actually does...
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We hate it but we do it
Cleaning guns is part of the process and American Handgunner's Roy Huntington has some recommendations on how to get started and build up a good...
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Real Avid Makes It Real Easy
Proper care and cleaning of our guns is paramount to their performance, reliability and functionality. Some are born to tinker, while others would just as...
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HOLSTERS
INSIDE, OUTSIDE AND EVEN UPSIDE DOWN CARRY OPTIONS
The Great Appendix Carry...
Before we get into the trials and results of my appendix carry experiment, let’s get the controversial discussion out of the way.
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Ammo Making Mania
I know … I know … I’m tired of it too. But I know how to make ammo magically re-appear back on the shelves.
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1791 ULTRA CUSTOM HOLSTER
My wife’s passion is tinkering with experimental recipes in the kitchen. Mine is tinkering with shooting stuff in my man cave.
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New Products July/August...
The Pro 100 Series has been upgraded with full-tang S35VN steel blades and Green Canvas Micarta handles.
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BLACKHAWK STACHE IWB HOLSTER
The new Stache holster from Blackhawk is designed to be insanely configurable. It’s an injection-molded IWB design with adjustable friction retention...
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1791 Gunleather Holsters...
Throughout history, few firearms have made a bigger impact than the single-action revolver. Naturally, a gun so beloved deserves a quality holster, and the...
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KNIVES
RMJ WEEZERKER WILDERNESS AX
Inspired by RMJ’s Beserker large ax, the Weezerker is compact enough to hang on the belt with included low-ride straps.
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New Products Sept/Oct 2021...
Lone Wolf Arms introduces the Lightweight Tactical Defense (LTD) Pistol Line. Unlike many other GLOCK-pattern alternatives on the market, the LTD is not...
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The Gunsite Counter Point...
Cold Steel introduces the Gunsite Counter Point 1 folding knife built around their heralded Tri-Ad locking mechanism. Featuring the Gunsite Raven logo...
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Hot Knives & Tools
The knife universe is so diverse today you can pick from a plethora of options to tailor to your needs for the day at hand.
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GERBER FASTBALL
I’m turning into my father. Not literally, but I’ve fallen into the habit of opening and closing the Gerber Fastball purely for entertainment.
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New Products July/August...
The Pro 100 Series has been upgraded with full-tang S35VN steel blades and Green Canvas Micarta handles.
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LIGHTS & LASERS
Maglite Bundle Packs
Let there be light! Everyone needs a good flashlight for many reasons — security being at the top of the list.
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Streamlight Wedge Edges...
When selecting an EDC flashlight, one can feel a bit like Goldilocks. Balancing physical size with ample brightness and intuitive features, Streamlight...
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Gear Spotlight: Home...
While you should always have a handheld light available for searching, a weapon light makes sense for target illumination and final verification.
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250 Lumens of Pocket Power
A long-time fan of flashlights, Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes another First Look at Streamlight's do-it-all Microstream USB Rechargeable...
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Let There Be Light
Evil loves the darkness while good rejoices in the light.” Obviously, this is metaphorical, but there’s literal truth.
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Nightstick Weapon Lights...
Make no mistake about it, a two-handed grip on a handgun is more accurate than a wavering one-handed grip.
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Sights & OPTICS
BETTER OPTIONS FOR HITTING THE TARGET
XS Sights Minimalist Night...
Minimalist Night Sights are ideal for shooters who want the fastest line of sight to the front post and don't want focus on the rear sight too much when...
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New Products Sept/Oct 2021...
Lone Wolf Arms introduces the Lightweight Tactical Defense (LTD) Pistol Line. Unlike many other GLOCK-pattern alternatives on the market, the LTD is not...
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Gear Spotlight Sights and...
It wasn’t that long ago changing sights required the services of a gunsmith. If you were lucky, it was a replacement job. If not, it was time to break out...
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STREAMLIGHT WEDGE EDC LIGHT
Who says a flashlight needs to be round? While the classic cylindrical shape was mandated for decades by battery design, the new crop of reliable...
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gear to wet your whistle
I don’t know how ground conditions are where you live, but around here buying a box of ammo these days requires three lawyers, a letter of credit and a...
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Liemke Thermal Optics'...
Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington has a First Look at this infrared thermal imaging spotter from Liemke. Scout for game or general nighttime...
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