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THE BARGAIN ALL-STAR

Duty guns are all the rage but it’s hard to decide on a specific model. Here are nine great reasons to choose the CZ P-09 pistol. BY BRAD FITZPATRICK

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The Savage Arms Axis II XP rifle/scope combo combines outstanding accuracy with a solid scope into one affordable package.

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grew up in the car culture of Southern California in the 1960s, attended many drag races and custom car shows, and developed a love and appreciation for classic muscle cars of that era.

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I first became involved in practical shooting as a member of the original Southwest Pistol League in Los Angeles in the mid-1970s and was introduced to one of the all-time-classic firearms, the Colt 1911A1. That attachment to handguns and classic firearms has continued to this day. I’ve owned examples of the classic 1911A1 pistol, in one form or another, for most of my adult life. I think one of the reasons I tend to choose handguns over anything else is because of the challenge they provide. To be sure, hitting the 10-ring of a high-power rifle target while trying to dope the wind and mirage at 600 yards is extremely difficult, and being able to smoke a clay pigeon using a finely fitted shotgun has its challenges as well. But for me, because of the various types of competitions available for a handgun — from long-range silhouette, to Olympic pistols, to “ … the handgun is the the various action events, to just every day tin can plinking — the most challenging and handgun is the most-challenging and rewarding of all of the rewarding of all of the firearms to master. Each category of firearms firearms to master.” has its classic from back in the day: think back to the 1903 Springfield rifle, the P08 Luger and the aforementioned 1911A1 at the turn of the century, through the Thompson submachine gun of the 1920s, the M1 Garand and then M14/M1A of WWII, through the pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 bolt-actioned rifle, and continuing on through the other classic Winchester of that era, the Model 12-pump shotgun. Current classic firearms would arguably include the Remington M700 rifle, the Glock pistol, the S&W Model 10 revolver and the Remington 870 shotgun. I think that’s what I enjoy the most about firearms, other than shooting them, is the rich history and appreciation of the finely engineered classic guns from then to now. We have assembled a unique buyer’s guide of handguns and rifles for you with the hope that you will find something between these pages that you can turn into a classic of your own. Regards! — Steve Sieberts, editor

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Nine Solid Reasons to Carry the CZ P-09 By Brad Fitzpatrick

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“ … [it is] a thoroughly modern combat handgun with the goods to compete in this crowded field.” here are few niches in the firearm market that are more competitive than the full-size tactical pistol segment. Perhaps more than any other type of firearm, these guns serve as life insurance for thousands of uniformed military and police officers on a daily basis, and gun companies invest millions in the design, production and manufacture of these guns in an effort to offer a competitive option. There are some very good guns that don’t get the recognition they deserve in this arena. Case in point, CZ’s high-capacity P09 semiautomatic, the latest offering from a company that produced one of Europe’s favorite service guns, the CZ-75.

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The P-09 may trace its heritage back to the 75, but it is its own gun, a thoroughly modern combat handgun with the goods to compete in this crowded field. There are a lot of reasons to love the CZ and here are nine of them.

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The P-09 was designed to accommodate a variety of different tastes. For starters, it features an ambidextrous design, so left- or right-handed shooters can operate the controls on this pistol equally well. In addition, the P-09 offers the shooter the choice between a decocker or a manual

The P09 makes for an affordable, accurate and reliable defensive handgun that is chambered for most popular calibers.

safety, and the gun can be converted back and forth relatively easily. The large accessory rail offers plenty of space for mounting lights or lasers, and the oversized trigger guard makes it easy to shoot the gun even while wearing tactical gloves. The P-09 comes with three interchangeable back straps (sized as small, medium and large) so it’s easy to customize the grip with components provided with the initial purchase of the firearm. There’s also a version with a threaded barrel for suppressors.

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Combat pistols are thoroughly tested and that testing requires heavy abuse to ensure that the gun will perform under any and all conditions. The CZ is a quality-built gun — all you need to

do is pick one up and cycle the action a few times to feel how smooth and well-made this pistol is. The large extractor offers peace of mind and the gun that I tested went through several hundred rounds of ammunition, both rapid and slow fire, without a single malfunction. I did my best to give the CZ every opportunity to fail, firing rapid shots with a limp-wristed grip, shooting full magazines in rapid succession, shooting lowpower loads and cheap, dirty ammo. It is a hammer-fired gun, which offers some peace of mind over a striker-fired pistol because the slide doesn’t have to be pulled back to fire the gun in the event of primer failure.

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The Crimson Trace Rail Master makes an excellent addition when mounted on the P-09. groups at 25 yards off a fixed bench, which is excellent for a production pistol. But bench-rest accuracy and real-world tactical accuracy are two different things, and that’s an important distinction to make. Mounting a handgun into a machine rest will tell you how well the chamber is cut, how uniform the rifling is and what the pistol’s inherent accuracy is. Field accuracy is harder to quantify and it is affected by grip shape, balance, the quality of the trigger pull, the shooter’s influence on the handgun when delivering the shot and so forth. The P-09 is accurate from the bench, and its ergonomics and design make it an easy gun to shoot well in the field, too.

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If you’re relying on a gun to see you through a real crisis, it’s good to know that it holds 20 rounds of 9mm ammunition (19+1, 15+1 in .40 S&W). That’s a lot of shooting, and if you carry a loaded 9mm pistol with a spare magazine, you’d have more than three dozen rounds ready for action. For concealed carry or home defense guns, that’s overkill, but duty guns are a different story altogether. That prodigious capacity doesn’t cause the grip to expand to the size of a liter soda bottle either; the grip WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

OUTFITTING YOUR P-09 The P-09 comes ready for duty but if you want to make additions, here are some ideas: I. CUSTOM SIGHTS CZ Custom offers a wide selection of iron sights for the P-09, including fiber optic, duty and tactical rear sights, and fiber optic front sights. Finding a set of iron sights that allow you to shoot over a suppressor can be tough but CZ also offers a set of higher sights designed for use with pistols that are outfitted with suppressors. CZ Custom iron sights retail for between $80–85. WEB: CZCustom.com II. LASER AND LIGHT OPTIONS Crimson Trace offers a wide selection of different laser and light options, including the new Rail Master Pro that features both a laser (red or green) and a high-intensity LED light. This unit is compact yet it serves as both a laser and a light, maximizing the space available on the accessory rail. The Rail Master Pro has an MSRP of $279 with a red laser and $379 with a green laser. WEB: CrimsonTrace.com III. LASER DOTS LaserLyte’s new Center Mass laser offers a ring of eight laser dots that surround a central aiming point, providing for rapid target acquisition even in low light. The unit is very light and extremely durable. The cost is $164.95. WEB: LaserLyte.com

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remains relatively thin, given the magazine capacity, and is comfortable for shooters with a wide range of hand sizes.

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Because it holds 20 rounds, the P-09 needs to be appropriately balanced, it is just that, and with a full magazine it points naturally. Even when the magazine is loaded to half-capacity, the gun is still well-balanced. The grip helps things; it has an appropriate angle and is wide enough to absorb recoil and narrow enough to be comfortable. The low slide and excellent sights make target acquisition easy, and accurate double-taps can be delivered very quickly. The CZ’s fire controls were set close to the frame, making for a slim profile, yet were easy to manipulate.

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The P-09 utilizes the Omega DA/SA Trigger System. In doubleaction mode, the pull is a relatively heavy 10 pounds; in SA mode, it breaks at slightly less than 4 pounds. It’s a clean, smooth trigger and one of the best I’ve found on any standard production gun, especially given the price point. The trigger contour is also well thought-out; it features a straight center section with a steep angle on the bottom.

The low bore axis means that there isn’t a lot of gun above the CZ P-09’s polymer frame. That helps make the gun easier to shoot quickly by transferring the recoil up the shooter’s arm rather than around the axis of the wrist, but it also has an additional benefit of reducing its overall height. This helps with recovery during recoil and aids in delivering faster follow-up shots. The front edges of the slide have been angled, and the slide stop, decocker (or, if you prefer, the manual safety) and the magazine release button are all low-profile and won’t snag. The sights also have a smooth, lowprofile design. This is obviously a gun that was engineered with special attention to creating a sleek, smooth, easy-to-draw profile.

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RIGHT TOP: The accessory rail underneath the dust cover enables for mounting any of the most-popular lights and lasers. RIGHT BOTTOM:The CZ is available with interchangeable backstraps in order to customize the grip for individual shooter’s hands.

compact carry guns, the P-09 is a bona fide combat pistol. That’s not to say it’s heavy (it weighs just under 30 ounces unloaded) or that it is oversized and unwieldy. That simply means it’s a full-frame, highcapacity, manageable pistol with a relatively long barrel and plenty of gripping surface, a purpose-built gun that was designed with tactical applications in mind.

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The CZ P-09 is priced between $530–596, making it unequivocally one of the best bargains in the world of tactical pistols. I shot several hundred rounds at the range before I checked the specifications from CZ and was surprised that the gun retailed for under $600. I would have guessed it at a $700 or even $800, and the CZ P-09 has the look and feel of any gun in that range. Actual price in stores may vary, so you might find one under $500. If you do, buy it. You won’t be sorry. GW About the author: Brad Fitzpatrick is a regular contributor to Engaged Media. His work also appears in World of Firearms.

FEDERAL’S HST AMMUNITION For the tests performed here, I used Federal Premium HST ammo, which is available in 9mm Luger, .40 Smith & Wesson and .45 ACP. Because of its defensive and tactical applications, HST

tapered jacket profile that aids in consistent feeding. Co-aligned internal and external skiving on the bullet allow for rapid expansion and massive shock transfer while maintaining a solid structure that penetrates deep.

ammunition undergoes a battery of tests and it has

The HST ammunition used in this test proved to be very

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reliable and accurate, and groups were consistent. There

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PRIMARY DEFENSE Reliable, High-End and Rugged Duty Sidearms andguns are the primary defensive arms of police, special investigators and many military officers. While these professionals hope they never need their firearm, they must be absolutely certain of their gun’s reliability and firepower in the few moments once or twice a lifetime they might. To that end, the market offers high-end and production models in a staggering array of configurations and popular defensive calibers. At a

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minimum, they are ruggedly built and designed to withstand thousands of rounds without gun-related malfunctions. Some are rated for use in marine environments. Most have accessory rails to receive tactical lights, lasers and other mission-essential gear, and a lot of them have night sights of some sort. This selection of duty-ready sidearms represents top manufacturers and some of the most exciting models they offer. We hope you can find your next duty-ready handgun in these pages.

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BERETTA 90-TWO

ARMALITE AR-24 TACTICAL CUSTOM WEBSITE: ArmaLite.com MSRP: $631 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.9 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, extensive grip checkering, hammer spur

WEBSITE: Beretta90Two.com MSRP: $700 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.9 inches HEIGHT: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 8.9 inches WEIGHT: 2.03 pounds

FEATURES: Updated 92FS, lighter weight, wraparound mono-grip, accessory rail

BERETTA PX4 STORM FULL

WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $575 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

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CANIK TP-9 WEBSITE: CenturyArms.biz MSRP: $440 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 18+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WEIGHT: 1.65 pounds

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CARACAL CARACAL F

WEBSITE: Caracal-USA.com MSRP: $400 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 18+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.1 inches LENGTH: 7 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 5.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: Pre-A1 military styling, very high capacity, novel Quick Sight system

CZ .85 COMBAT WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $664 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 16+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.61 inches LENGTH: 8.11 inch WEIGHT: 2.21 pounds

FEATURES: Ambidextrous version of CZ75, reversible magazine release, improved trigger pull

CZ SP-01 PHANTOM

CZ P-07 DUTY (DISCONTINUED. DS)

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $510 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 7.2 inches WIDTH: 1.46 inches HEIGHT: 5.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.7 pounds

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WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $595 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 18+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.7 inches LENGTH: 8.2 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

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GLOCK G31 WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $649 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .357 sig CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 1.44 pounds

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

GRAND POWER K100 MK7

WEBSITE: GrandPower.eu MSRP: $665 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.97 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

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HECKLER & KOCH P2000SK

WEBSITE: HK-USA.com MSRP: $1,049 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.26 inches

LENGTH: 6.4 inches

HEIGHT: 4.55 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

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MAGNUM RESEARCH DESERT EAGLE WEBSITE: MagnumResearch.com MSRP: $1,563 ACTION: Semi-automatic, gas piston system

CALIBER: .44 MAG CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 6 or 10 inches LENGTH: 10.75 inches WEIGHT: 4.4 pounds

FEATURES: Chambered for magnum revolver cartridges, integral accessory rail, unique gas operation, decocking lever

SIG SAUER P210 WEBSITE: Sig-Sauer.com MSRP: $2,199 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.7 inches LENGTH: 8.6 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.6 inches WEIGHT: 2.34 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, wood grips, designed for extreme accuracy, plush comfort

SIG SAUER P229 EXTREME

SIG SAUER P226 X-FIVE TACTICAL

WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $1,696 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.8 inches WIDTH: 1.6 inches HEIGHT: 5.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.25 pounds

WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $1,239 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.9 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

FEATURES: Exciting tactical design, integral accessory rail, 5-inch barrel, thumb safety rather than decocking lever

FEATURES: Siglite night sights, Hogue G-10 grips, short-reset trigger, accessory rail

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SMITH & WESSON M&P40 VTAC

SPRINGFIELD XD(M) 3.8 .45 ACP

WEBSITE: SpringfieldArmory.com

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $779 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.63 inches WEIGHT: 1.52 pounds

FEATURES: VTac Warrior sights, ambidextrous controls, integral accessory rail, multiple color options

MSRP: $732 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 6.9 inches HEIGHT: 4.55 inches WEIGHT: 1.69 pounds

FEATURES: Frame-mounted safety, low-profile combat sights, high capacity for size

SMITH & WESSON M&P45 WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.73 pounds

FEATURES: Interchangeable backstraps, white-dotGWlow-profile tactical sights, designed for duty and defensive carry

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he business of manufacturing of firearms isn’t always smooth and trouble-free. As such, in the 1960s and throughout the 1980s, Savage Arms struggled against an onslaught of competition. During that era, ownership of the company changed frequently before finally culminating in a bankruptcy filing in 1988. Many feared this would be the final blow to the Savage legacy, but we now know that didn’t happen. The credit for the company’s survival goes to Ron Coburn. As president/CEO of Savage, he immediately implemented a series of carefully laid strategies and

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production changes that brought the company back from the brink. A large part of the Coburn plan was to continue the company’s efforts to construct affordable and high-quality rifles and to make sure they had a high degree of accuracy. The Axis series centerfire rifles are a perfect example of that, as I learned when I had the chance to review the Axis II XP.

THE AXIS II XP PACKAGE When the Axis was first released a few years ago, it quickly became one of Savage’s most-popular hunting models. Being so

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“Its weather-resistant exterior is perfectly matched to the harsh conditions frequently encountered in many hunting environments.” TOP: The Axis II XP rifle package came with a Weaver Kaspa 39x40mm scope installed and boresighted at the factory. BOTTOM: The removable .223 magazine held five cartridges that are stacked in the magazine in the typical “Z” formation.

well received by the world’s shooters, the company recently decided to take the rifle to a new level by offering a slightly modified version in a ready-to-shoot package called the Axis II XP. This package included a Weaver Kaspa 3-9x40mm scope, which comes from the factory already mounted and boresighted, but the benefits don’t stop there. Rather than possessing a traditional-style trigger like the original Axis, the new Axis II XP comes equipped with an AccuTrigger. The AccuTrigger is a great system that allows the rifle to be adjusted to very light trigger pull weights and still be safe to use in the field for hunting. To adjust the trigger, the rifle stock must Continued on page 24

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TOP: Removing the bolt of the Axis II is a multi-handed proposition. After ensuring the rifle is unloaded with no cartridges in the either the chamber or the magazine, you must take the safety off, raise the bolt handle and press forward on the bolt release simultaneously while squeezing the trigger. MIDDLE: The Axis II XP trigger guard is made of the same or similar material as the synthetic stock and matches the exterior of the rifle perfectly. BOTTOM: The author found the shape of the ventilated recoil pad on the Axis II XP to be unique in shape but it fit nicely in the pocket of the shoulder.

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first be removed. Following that, a small adjustment tool, which comes with each rifle, is inserted into a hole located near the rear of the trigger assembly. A turn in one direction will increase the weight of the pull; when turned in the opposite direction, it lessens it. The test rifle came from the factory with the trigger already adjusted to 2.68 pounds (five-pull average), and the consistency between those five pulls was extremely good, varying by a mere 3.2 ounces. The action design on the Axis II XP is a common one used on many Savage rifles and was developed in an effort to limit the

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TOP: A machined slot has been cut in the bottom of the Axis II receiver that matches a metal lug within the stock. BOTTOM: Unlike the earlier Axis rifles, the Axis II XP comes equipped with an AccuTrigger. This is a great feature that allows the trigger to be adjusted to very light pull weights and still maintain a degree of safety for field use.

amount of machining needed to produce it. Less factory machining equates into less production cost and those savings are passed on to the customer in the form of lower rifle prices. This design results in the rear portion of the bolt being a bit larger in diameter than most other actions. While not necessarily unattractive in appearance, it does make Savage centerfire rifles easy to recognize. In recent years I have shot many Savage rifles that possessed this action and have always found them to function very well and the accuracy to be very good. It is a push-feed design with plungertype ejectors located within the recessed face of the bolt. Twin locking lugs are present, which have been positioned up front. The cast metal bolt handle comes non-checkered with the knob being uniquely oval-shaped. I particularly liked the fact that the Axis II action was designed so that bolt could be opened without needing to take the safety off. This is a great safety feature. Removing the Axis II bolt from the receiver was a little tricky and to do so essentially became a multi-hands operation. After making certain the rifle is completely unloaded (chamber and magazine), the procedure detailed here must be followed. Place the safety in the “off” position and raise the bolt handle. The bolt release (located along the right side of the receiver) should now be pushed forward while simultaneously pulling the trigger and drawing the bolt rearward. This releases the

BEHIND THE NAME The Savage story is an interesting one. The company’s roots date back over 120 years ago when a Jamaican by the name of Arthur William Savage came to America and established his

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namesake company. Preceding the founding of Savage Arms, Savage led an adventurous and exciting life. After being schooled in the United States and England, he decided to

explore Australia. There he became the owner of the country’s largest cattle ranches before moving to New York and establishing his future legacy as the founder of Savage Arms.

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“Any rifle that can consistently group as well as this one did right out of the box while shooting factory-loaded ammunition is a great value.” bolt catch mechanism, allowing the bolt to be extracted to the rear. The Axis II XP is available in a wide range of popular hunting calibers, including .223, .22-250, .243, .25-06, .270, .30-06, .308 and 7mm-08. Each rifle comes allinclusive with an AccuTrigger, a synthetic stock, a detachable box-type magazine,

SPECS ACCUTRIGGER: Yes ACCUSTOCK: No MAGAZINE: Detachable box STOCK MATERIAL: Synthetic

sling swivel studs and a ventilated recoil pad. I chose the .223 for testing, which, in my view, would make a perfect choice for the hunting of a wide range of small- to medium-sized game and predators. I like the hunting versatility that comes with this particular cartridge and believe it would be a near-perfect choice for anything from prairie dogs, ground squirrels, foxes, coyotes and marmots, all the way up to the hunting of feral hogs, with the right ammunition. The magazine capacity was listed at four rounds by the factory, but I found I could easily squeeze in a fifth

BARREL MATERIAL: Carbon steel

round. Quite likely this increase in magazine capacity over that purported by the factory is due to the smaller overall physical size of the .223 cartridges versus the other available caliber choices. Be aware that trying to squeeze in extra ammunition beyond what is listed from the factory can sometimes induce malfunctions. The removable magazine is secured into place by way of an integral plastic latch system that consists of the same molded plastic material as the magazine floor plate. The synthetic stock is matte black, which perfectly matches the finish of the 22-inch carbon steel 1:9 twist rate barrel. This barrel is rifled with a 1:9 twist rate, which is perfectly suited for the wide range of bullet weights this rifle is intended to use. The 1:9 twist rate will stabilize the heavier .224 caliber bullets (up to the 69–70 grain) that handloaders like to use in order to get a little extra range out the .223 caliber, and will also handle the more-standard 52-55grain bullet weights that are more-common to this caliber. The heavier bullets will retain their velocity at longer ranges.

BURNING RANGE POWDER After running a few solvent-soaked patches down the bore to clean out any left-behind debris from the manufacturing processes, I headed out to my private range for a powder-burning episode. The boresighting had already been completed at the factory so my first zeroing rounds were already on paper. From there it was an easy operation to fine-tune the scope so my bullets were impacting precisely where I wanted them. For my testing, I chose to shoot factoryloaded Federal Premium ammunition, which had been loaded with the excellent 43grain Speer TNT Green bullets. I’d used this same ammunition previously on a prairie

STOCK FINISH: Matte BARREL FINISH: Matte

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RATE OF TWIST: 1 in 12 inches

BARREL COLOR: Black

WEIGHT: 6.5 pounds

SIGHTS: Weaver Kaspa 3-9x40 scope,

OVERALL LENGTH: 3.66 feet

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BARREL LENGTH: 1.83 feet

FEATURES: Adjustable AccuTrigger

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OPPOSITE: The Axis II XP magazine is held in place by way of an integral plastic latch system that consists of the same molded plastic material as the floor plate. RIGHT: The synthetic trigger guard of the Axis II XP allows it to blend in perfectly with the color and texture of the rifle stock.

dog shooting-palooza a short time back and found it to be very consistent and accurate. With this ammo sighted in to hit point of aim point of impact at 100 yards, the bullets would drop -2.7 inches at 200 yards and drop -11.9 inches as they reached the 300yard mark. It didn’t take long before I became impressed by the accuracy of both the Savage Axis II XP rifle and my Federal ammo. Averaging all of the three-shot groups produced a mean size of 1.45 inches with the smallest group measuring a mere 0.69 inches and the largest coming in at 1.875 inches. I felt these results were quite good, but I’m sure after the rifle has been fully broken in, and when shooting handloads that have been specifically tailored to the rifle, those group sizes could easily be squeezed down even smaller.

BARGAIN, QUALITY The Savage Axis II XP is a great bargain for the money. While it might not be quite as “pretty” as some other rifles that have been adorned with a fancy walnut stock, high-gloss bluing and a slightly more elegant features, I really liked the simplicity and ruggedness of this particular rifle. Its weather-resistant exterior is perfectly

matched to the harsh conditions frequently encountered in many hunting environments. Even though the Kaspa riflescope supplied with this rifle essentially resides at the bottom of the Weaver hierarchy of products, I found the view it offered to be exceptionally clear and, overall, the scope functioned perfectly throughout my testing. Obviously, the Axis II XP rifle/scope combo package was never intended to compete as a high-end collectable firearm. However, with an MSRP of only $489 for the entire rifle/scope package and the high degree of accuracy and performance that I experienced with it, I would be surprised if

anyone could find anything to object about. Any rifle that can consistently group as well as this one did right out of the box while shooting factory-loaded ammunition is a great value. For those shooters who don’t want to take the time to find an appropriate scope base to fit the rifle, locate the proper height, size and color of rings, bore sight the rifle and even select and mount a scope, I would think the Axis II XP would be the perfect match for that individual. GW About the author: Tom Tabor is a regular contributor to Engaged Media.

FOR THE YOUTH In addition to the adult version of the Axis II XP, there are submodels designed specifically for younger shooters. Within that youth series there is a shortened

black stock version as well as one that the company refers to as its “Muddy Girl” that comes in a very attractive pink camo pattern. If my arms weren’t so

long, I might have been persuaded to call a Muddy Girl my own but, alas, I decided to stay with the black version that would fit me better.

Savage Arms’ youth version “Muddy Girl” Axis II XP would make an excellent choice for the younger shooter.

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Hand Cannons

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Firearms for Big & Small Game

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ears ago, if a hunter wanted to use a handgun to pursue his sport, he was limited to the 22LR for small game and the .41 or .44 Magnum for larger game. Today, there is a wide variety of guns and chamberings that can take down any animal that walks the Earth. Additionally, the engineering that goes into these modern hand cannons is leaps and bounds over what was available even 10 years ago.

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Add to this the advances in ammunition and accessories, and the modern handgun hunter is better equipped than ever before. The small game arena has not been left out, either. More models, variations and advances in the types and features of modern optics available make shooting them more fun and rewarding than ever. We are sure that you will find something that makes the sport even more exciting in this guide.

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CHIAPPA RHINO 60DS

BROWNING BUCK MARK HUNTER

WEBSITE: ChiappaFirearms.com

WEBSITE: Browning.com MSRP: $499.99 CALIBER: .22 LR BARREL LENGTH: .6 feet ACTION: SA CAPACITY: 10+1 LENGTH: .94 feet WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

MSRP: $1,099 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 0.5 feet LENGTH: .88 feet WEIGHT: 2.06 pounds

FEATURES: Heavy tapered bull barrel, adjustable rear sight, integral scope base

FEATURES: Also available in .40 SW and 9mm, wooden grips, fires from bottom cylinder for low-bore axis

EAA WITNESS HUNTER TANFOGLIO WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $1,293 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 10mm CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 0.5 feet

LENGTH: .83 feet WEIGHT: 2.88 pounds

FEATURES: Extremely long barrel, powerful specialized cartridge, comfortable Witness ergonomics

ROSSI MATCHED PAIR PISTOL WEBSITE: RossiUSA.com MSRP: $382.58 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 Shotshell CAPACITY: 1 BARREL LENGTH: 0.92 feet

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WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $859 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .44 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 0.63 feet

LENGTH: 1.11 feet WEIGHT: 3.25 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable rear sight, integral optics mount, transfer bar for safety

SMITH & WESSON 647 .17 HMR VARMINTER

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SMITH & WESSON 460XVR

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $1,559 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .460 SW Magnum CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 1.17 feet LENGTH: 1.79 feet WEIGHT: 5.5 pounds

FEATURES: S&W Performance Center tuned action, folding adjustable bipod, fluted barrel with brake

TAURUS TRACKER .22 MAGNUM

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $555 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .22 MAG CAPACITY: 9 BARREL LENGTH: .54 feet LENGTH: 0.9 feet WEIGHT: 2.75 pounds

FEATURES: Fluted barrel, red and green dot optical sight, includes bipod

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Timeless Design The 1911: The Preeminent Single-Action Semiautomatic

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ohn Browning’s eternal design will arguably stand as one of the finest handguns ever produced. Being used in multiple forms around the world for plinking, competition, hunting and defense, the pistol is also one of the most modified guns in existence because of that great design. Looking at any magazine stand, online forum, or any formal or informal shooting match will attest to the popularity of the design, and the trend does not seem to be slowing down.

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If Browning were alive today, he would be astonished at and very proud of what his timeless design has become. There is a reason that governments, militaries and shooters around the world have returned to the 1911 platform for over a hundred years when searching for a rugged and reliable handgun. Look around at our catalog; all of these manufacturers have gone to great lengths to do justice to carry on the tradition of Browning and his 1911A1.

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SIG SAUER 1911 Tactical Operations WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $1,213 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.6 pounds

FEATURES: Checkered front strap, ambidextrous thumb safety, integral accessory rail, low-profile night sights

KIMBER MASTER CARRY SERIES

CITADEL M-1911 COMPACT

WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: VARIES BASED ON MODEL ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.56 pounds

WEBSITE: LegacySports.com MSRP: $639 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.13 pounds

FEATURES: Crimson trace grips, matchgrade barrel, super-accurate, easy to carry, low-profile fixed sights

FEATURES: Hogue grips, skeletonized trigger and hammer, ambidextrous safety

STI NITRO 10 WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $1,514 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 10MM CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.77 inches WEIGHT: 2.49 pounds

FEATURES: One of the few 10mm handguns in 1911 format available, accurate, powerful, ships with single side safeties, beavertail grip safety, blued matte finish

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STI MARAUDER WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $2,621 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9x19 only CAPACITY: 17+1/19+1

BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.77 inches WEIGHT: 2.26 pounds

FEATURES: Fiber Optic front sight, polymer frame with carbon steel slide, approval is pending

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COLT DEFENDER WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $885 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.75 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

COLT DEFENDER 7002D

FEATURES: Wraparound rubber grips, competition-style sights, just tall enough for full-finger grip for some hands

WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $1,015 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.75 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.56 pounds

FEATURES: Novak low-mount carry sights, large capacity for size, 9mm caliber in a 1911-type frame

COLT NEW AGENT WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $885 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.75 inches WEIGHT: 1.41 pounds

FEATURES: Slim-fit double diamond grips, trench-style no-snag sight milled into frame, extremely streamlined design

COLT 380 MUSTANG POCKETLITE WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: .78 pounds

FEATURES: High-profile sights for accuracy, checkered composite grips, aluminum alloy frame, stainless steel barrel and slide

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KIMBER SAPPHIRE ULTRA II WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,612 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.56 pounds

FEATURES: G-10 thin grips, satin silver frame, tritium tactical wedgestyle dot sights

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KIMBER CUSTOM CDP II WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,331 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WEIGHT: 1.95 pounds

FEATURES: Aluminum framed pistol designed for carrying for long periods, Rosewood stocks, meprolight three-dot night sights, ambidextrous safety with match-grade barrel

KIMBER SOLO CARRY WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $747 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.7 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WIDTH: 1 inch WEIGHT: 1.06 pounds

FEATURES: Low-profile white-dot sights, three-dot combat sights, aluminum grip frame, 9mm in a 1911-inspired design

KIMBER SOLO CDP WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,223 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.7 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.06 pounds

FEATURES: Rosewood Crimson Trace LaserGrips, Kim Pro II frame, ambidextrous thumb safety and mag release, satin stainless slide

KIMBER ULTRA CRIMSON CARRY II WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,206 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.8 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.75 inches

FEATURES: Match-grade barrel, snag-free sights, Crimson Trace LaserGrips standard

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PARA USA STEALTH WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $1,339 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: Combat-style

PARA USA WARTHOG

sights, beavertail grip safety, unique-to-style DAO trigger

WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $999 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: Fiber optic front sight, extended beavertail grip safety, 10-round magazine capable, flush-fitting lowerround-count mags for discrete carry

SPRINGFIELD MICRO COMPACT WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $1,247 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: “High-hand” beavertail grip safety, subcompact design, steel frame

SPRINGFIELD EMP WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $1,345 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

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STI OFF DUTY WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $1,243 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.24 inches LENGTH: 7 inches WEIGHT: 1.9 pounds

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WILSON COMBAT ULTRALIGHT CARRY COMPACT

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WEBSITE: WilsonCombat.com MSRP: $3,650 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.9 inches WEIGHT: 1.66 pounds

FEATURES: Combat-style sights, fiber optic front sight insert, “Armor Tuff” finish

STI TOTAL ECLIPSE WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $1,843 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.24 inches LENGTH: 7 inches WEIGHT: 1.4 pounds

FEATURES: Fixed and recessed tritium night sights, ramped and fully supported barrel, Recoilmaster guide rod

AMERICAN CLASSIC CLASSIC COMMANDER WEBSITE: AmericanClassic1911.com MSRP: $600 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WIDTH: 1.25 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

FEATURES: Extended beavertail grip safety, skeletonized trigger and hammer, custom features standard

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AMERICAN CLASSIC AMIGO WEBSITE: AmericanClassic1911.com MSRP: $684 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WIDTH: 1.25 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

FEATURES: Novak-style combat sights, easily concealable length, straightforward 1911 design

AMERICAN CLASSIC OFFICER’S MODEL WEBSITE: AmericanClassic1911.com MSRP: $684 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WEIGHT: 2.03 pounds

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COLT 1991 SERIES COMMANDER WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $1,008 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.06 pounds

FEATURES: Lowered ejection port, white dot sights,

COLT XSE SERIES MODEL O

updated Commander-pattern ergonomics

WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $944 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.13 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable trigger, extended and ambidextrous framemounted safety, extended beavertail safety with palm swell

DAN WESSON GUARDIAN WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $1,619 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.3 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

FEATURES: Bobtail design for concealment, 9mm in a 1911 frame, alloy frame to save weight

DAN WESSON ECO

DAN WESSON V-BOB

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $1,662 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WEIGHT: 1.56 pounds

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $2,077 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.45 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.2 pounds

FEATURES: G10 grips, night sights, impressively light weight, rounded butt for concealment

FEATURES: Ceramic-base finish, no-snag combat-style sights, designed for concealability

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GUNCRAFTER 50GI M3

ED BROWN KOBRA CARRY LIGHTWEIGHT

WEBSITE: GunCrafterIndustries.com MSRP: $3,185 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .50 GI CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

WEBSITE: EdBrown.com MSRP: $2,920 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.69 pounds

FEATURES: Heine Slant Pro tritium night sights, super custom textured grips, round-butt forged frame

FEATURES: Front night sight, cocobolo grips, light weight

LES BAER CONCEPT VII WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $1,920 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches

FEATURES: Combat-style tritiumilluminated night sights, LBC speed trigger, throated barrel, guaranteed to shoot 3-inch groups at 50 yards

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WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $1,990 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches

LES BAER STINGER SS

LES BAER 1911 .38 Super COMMANCHE WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $2,495 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .38 Super CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches

FEATURES: Tritium combat-style night sights, ambidextrous controls, rounded corners for snag-free concealed carry WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

FEATURES: Four-pound skeletonized speed trigger, lowered and flared ejection port, rounded edges for snag-free concealed carry

NIGHTHAWK T3 STAINLESS WEBSITE: NightHawkCustom.com MSRP: $3,400 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

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OLYMPIC ARMS CONSTABLE WEBSITE: OlyArms.net MSRP: $1,163 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, attractive color case hardened finish, ivory-colored grips, parts numbered to frame before case-hardening

PARA-USA BLACK-OPS Recon

OLYMPIC ARMS COHORT

WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $1,299 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 18+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

WEBSITE: OlyArms.net MSRP: $973 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.25 pounds

FEATURES: Stainless steel frame and slide, integral accessory rail, three-dot tritium Trijicon night sight, front strap checkered, ambidextrous thumb safety

FEATURES: Adjustable rear sight, satin bead blasted finish, beavertail grip safety

PARA-USA LDA Officer Crimson Trace 40

WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $1,225 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm & 45 ACP CAPACITY: 18+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.88 pounds

FEATURES: Stainless steel frame and slide, full-length guide rod, Crimson Trace laser grips

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WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $949 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches

PARA-USA ELITE

FEATURES: Integral accessory rail, two-dot rear, fiber optic front sight, front strap checkered, ambidextrous thumb safety

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PARA 1911 LTC

WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $899 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

FEATURES: Ionbond treatment for longevity, checkered flat mainspring housing, beavertail grip safety, extended mag release

PARA HAWG 7 WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $899 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 7.1 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

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SHOOTER’S ARMS COMMODORE WEBSITE: CenturyArms.com MSRP: $531 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.4 pounds

FEATURES: Combat-style rear sight, low-glare matte finish, extended controls

SIG SAUER 1911 COMPACT NICKEL

REGENT R350CR

WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $999 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.2 inches LENGTH: 7.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.43 pounds

WEBSITE: RegentArms.com MSRP: $549 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.625 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

FEATURES: Low-mount sight, checkered front strap

FEATURES: Lowered and flared ejection port, skeletonized trigger, stainless hammer-forged barrel

SIG SAUER 1911 CARRY SCORPION

SMITH & WESSON SW1911 BOBTAIL CARRY

WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $1,213 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.2 inches LENGTH: 7.7 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $1,539 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.88 pounds

FEATURES: Low-profile night sights, Hogue grips, Hogue G-10 grips, ambidextrous safety, accessory rail

FEATURES: Relieved slide, fish scale serrations, bobbed tail for increased concealability

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SMITH & WESSON SW1911 SC E-SERIES WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $1,369 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.88 pounds

FEATURES: Scandium alloy frame, round butt, S&W Custom Shop fit and finish

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY CHAMPION OPERATOR LIGHTWEIGHT 45 ACP

WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $949 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.94 pounds

FEATURES: Commander-length barrel, full-size magazine, fully supported ramped bull barrel, integral accessory rail, beavertail safety, Novak Lo-Mount three-dot tritium sights

STI TACTICAL 4.0 WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $2,018 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.26 inches LENGTH: 7.65 inches WEIGHT: 2.12 pounds

FEATURES: Polymer grips on modular steel frame, integral tactical rail, fully supported and ramped bull barrel

STI GUARDIAN WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $1,135 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

FEATURES: High rise beavertail safety, Novak-style combat sights, also available in .40 SW and 9mm

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WILSON COMBAT CQB LIGHTRAIL LIGHTWEIGHT COMPACT WEBSITE: WilsonCombat.com MSRP: $3,280 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .38 Super CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.71 pounds

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[FULL SIZE] ADEQ VIGILUM TACTICAL WEBSITE: ADEQFirearms.com MSRP: $1,850 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.6 pounds

FEATURES: Novak-style low-profile combat sights, G-10 grips, match-grade trigger, sear and hammer

WILSON COMBAT X-TAC COMPACT

WEBSITE: AmericanClassic1911.com

MSRP: $586 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.4 inches WIDTH: 1.25 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.31 pounds

WEBSITE: WilsonCombat.com MSRP: $2,785 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.1 inches WEIGHT: 2.65 pounds

FEATURES: Novak-style rear combat sight, classic style and ergonomics, full-length barrel for highest velocities

FEATURES: Combat-style sights, fiber optic front sight, unique milling, gripenhancing grip panels

AMERICAN CLASSIC TROPHY

AMERICAN CLASSIC CLASSIC II

ARMSCOR M1911A1 TACTICAL

WEBSITE: AmericanClassic1911.com MSRP: $796 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.4 inches WIDTH: 1.25 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.31 pounds

WEBSITE: ArmscorUSA.com MSRP: $460 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.56 inches WEIGHT: 2.87 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable combat-style sights, match-grade barrel, designed for supreme accuracy in competitive and defensive use

FEATURES: Three-dot low-profile night sights, integral accessory rail, ambidextrous safety

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CABOT CGI CLASSIC

AUTO ORDNANCE 1911A1

WEBSITE: CabotGun.com MSRP: $4,950 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.4 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

WEBSITE: Auto-Ordnance.com MSRP: $627 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Hand-polished

FEATURES: Parkerized finish, drift-adjustable

and blued, flared ejection port, semi-polished and bright bluing, Chip McCormick Power Mag magazine

rear sight, classic parkerized finish with brown plastic checkered all-weather grips

COLT 01991L WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $786 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.19 pounds

FEATURES: GI-specification design, modern metallurgy and production techniques, serial numbers starting where Colt’s government-contract 1911 numbers left off

CENTURY ARMS MILITARY WEBSITE: CenturyArms.com MSRP: $400+ ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.63 pounds

FEATURES: Pre-A1 military styling, classic look and feel, handles just like the century-old original

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COLT 38 SUPER AUTO WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $837 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .38 Super CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

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COLT COMBAT ELITE 1911 WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $1,032 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.25 pounds

COLT 70

FEATURES: Novak low-mount carry sights, upswept beavertail grip safety, fine ergonomics

COLT GOVERNMENT DOUBLE ACTION

WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $919 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.31 pounds

WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $1,017 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.69 pounds

FEATURES: Aluminum frame, steel slide, lowered/flared ejection port, unique (to 1911s) DAO action

FEATURES: Series 70 firing mechanism, improved safety with hammer down on live round

COLT RAIL GUN XSE WEBSITE: Colt.com MSRP: $1,087 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.28 pounds

FEATURES: Novak three-dot combat sights, accessory rail, forged steel frame, National Match barrel

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DAN WESSON SPECIALIST WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $1,870 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.06 pounds

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DAN WESSON VALOR

ED BROWN KOBRA

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $2,012 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.8 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

WEBSITE: EdBrown.com MSRP: $2,195 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

FEATURES: Heinie straight-eight

FEATURES: Novak-style combat sights, custom snakeskin serration pattern, extended frame safety

adjustable night sights, match-grade barrel, undercut trigger guard for comfort

GUNCRAFTER AMERICAN WEBSITE: GunCrafterIndustries.com MSRP: $2,895 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Heine Slant Pro tritium night sights, accessory rail, match-grade stainless steel barrel

GUNCRAFTER 50GI M2

GUNCRAFTER MODEL: CCO

MSRP: $3,185 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .50 GI CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.66 pounds

WEBSITE: GunCrafterIndustries.com MSRP: $2,795 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.75 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.06 pounds

FEATURES: Heine Slat Pro tritium night sights, checkered aluminum grips, accessory rail

FEATURES: Tritium snag-free night sights, enlarged beavertail grip safety, custom fit and finish

WEBSITE: GunCrafterIndustries.com

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KIMBER CUSTOM II

WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $871 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.25 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable rear sight, ergonomic controls

GUNCRAFTER PISTOL WITH NO NAME WEBSITE: GunCrafterIndustries.com MSRP: $2,695 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8 inches BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

FEATURES: Heine Slant Pro tritium night sights, match-grade stainless barrel, heavyduty bushing for accuracy

KIMBER ECLIPSE CUSTOM

WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,476 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Tactical Wedge tritium night sights, custom desert tan finish, civilian version of USMC sidearm

KIMBER SUPER CARRY CUSTOM HD

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WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,658 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

FEATURES: Kimpro II custom finish, aluminum match grade trigger, stainless steel slide and frame

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KIMBER TACTICAL ENTRY II

KIMBER WARRIOR

WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $1,490 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Ambidextrous frame-mounted safety, deluxe sights, accessory rail

WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com

MSRP: $1,476 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Custom Kimpro II finish, extended beavertail safety, ambidextrous thumb safety

LES BAER BOSS 1911 WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $2,109 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

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LES BAER PREMIER II SUPER TAC

LES BAER PREMIER II WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $1,790 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable target-style sights, extended ambidextrous safety, front and rear slide serrations

LES BAER CQC-45 COMBAT PISTOL WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $3,123 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.31 pounds

WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $2,280 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Stainless match bushing, extended beavertail safety, custom Baer checkering

FEATURES: DuPont custom finish, adjustable night sights, ergonomic controls

LES BAER 1911 THUNDER RANCH SPECIAL

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WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $2,590 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $1,980 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches

FEATURES: Similar to FBI contract model, match-grade components, ergonomic controls

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LES BAER ULTIMATE TACTICAL CARRY 5-INCH

WEBSITE: LesBaer.com MSRP: $1,930 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.31 pounds

FEATURES: Combat-style rear sight, tritium front sight, match-grade trigger

NIGHTHAWK GLOBAL RESPONSE PISTOL WEBSITE: NightHawkCustom.com MSRP: $2,895 ACTION: SA CALIBER: Caliber: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Ambidextrous thumb safety available, Perma Kote custom finish, Heinie Slant Pro tritium night sights

OLYMPIC ARMS WESTERNER

PARA BLACK OPS

WEBSITE: OlyArms.com MSRP: $1,033.50 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.75 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Faux-ivory laser-etched grips, custom western-influence finish, classic style

OLYMPIC ARMS BIG DEUCE WEBSITE: OlyArms.net MSRP: $1,033 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 6 inches LENGTH: 9.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.75 pounds

WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $1,299 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 5.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, custom beavertail grip safety, extremely long barrel and slide

FEATURES: Custom night sights, extremely high capacity, black Ionbond finish

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REGENT R100 WEBSITE: RegentArms.com MSRP: $499 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.6 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Hammer-forged stainless barrel, Hogue rubber grips, standard features for low price

REGENT R200

PARA USA USA PXT 1911 WEBSITE: Para-USA.com MSRP: $1,149 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.6 inches HEIGHT: 5.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

WEBSITE: RegentArms.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.6 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Extended mag well, Novak Extreme Duty adjustable sights, extremely high capacity

FEATURES: Hammer-forged stainless barrel, Hogue rubber grips, brushed-stainless finish

ROCK RIVER ARMS INC. 1911 POLY

WEBSITE: RockRiverArms.com MSRP: $799 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.04 pounds

FEATURES: Custom Rock River over-molded grips, aluminum speed trigger, polymer frame

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RUGER SR1911

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $829 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.45 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

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SPRINGFIELD GI 45 SIG SAUER 1911 TRADITIONAL RTSS WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $949 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.63 pounds

WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com

MSRP: $667 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

FEATURES: Trijicon adjustable night sights, extended ergonomic controls, attractive style

FEATURES: Classic military styling, stamped U.S., identical to WWII-issue

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SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MIL-SPEC 1911A1 WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $715 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.44 pounds

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STI LAWMAN 5.0 WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $1,433 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5.11 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.43 pounds

FEATURES: Match grade barrel and bushing, custom beavertail grip safety, tactical adjustable sights

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY RANGE OFFICER WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $1,099 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Stainless steel match grade barrel, custom fit and finish, attractive design

TAURUS PT 1911 AR

WEBSITE: STIGuns.com MSRP: $2,045 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 11+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.13 pounds

FEATURES: Front and rear slide serrations, custom sights, double stack mag for high capacity

WILSON COMBAT X-TAC

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $870 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.1 pounds

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WEBSITE: WilsonCombat.com MSRP: $2,760 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.7 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.6 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

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Small But Potent Lightweight Concealable Guns for Personal Protection he smallest of the small, but still potent. The variety in the small handgun market is testament to the popularity of these diminutive defensive pistols. These are available in either the Seecamp semi-autos or in revolvers such as the North American Arms. This category of handguns fit perfectly in an array of locations for personal defense. Calibers for this class of handguns range in .22

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AMERICAN DERRINGER DA38 WEBSITE: AmDerringer.com MSRP: $690 ACTION: DA CALIBER: .38 SPL CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3.3 inches LENGTH: 4.7 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches

HEIGHT: 3.3 inches WEIGHT: 14.5 ounces

FEATURES: Rather unique doubleaction derringer, very concealable, fixed sights

AMERICAN DERRINGER MODEL 1 WEBSITE: AmDerringer.com MSRP: $705 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 shotshell CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 4.8 inches

WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 3.35 inches WEIGHT: 15 ounces

FEATURES: Automatic barrel selection, hammer block safety, dual ammunition

AMERICAN DERRINGER M7 WEBSITE: AmDerringer.com MSRP: $775 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 4.8 inches

WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 3.3 inches WEIGHT: 7.5 ounces

FEATURES: Aluminum construction for light weight, automatic barrel selection

BERETTA 21A BOBCAT WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $410

FEATURES: Tip-up barrel, comfortable grip, also available in .22 LR

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BERETTA TOMCAT & TOMCAT INOX WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $390

WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 3.7 inches WEIGHT: 14.5 ounces

ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .32 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.4 inches LENGTH: 4.9 inches

FEATURES: Tip-up barrel, crisp trigger in single action, INOX model made of all-weather stainless steel

BOND ARMS CENTURY 2000 WEBSITE: BondArms.com MSRP: $435

FEATURES: Fixed sights, rosewood or laminated black ash grips, satin-finished stainless steel

ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 shotshell CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 21 ounces

BOND ARMS COWBOY DEFENDER WEBSITE: BondArms.com MSRP: $415 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 shotshell CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 5 inches

HEIGHT: 3.75 inches WEIGHT: 19 ounces

FEATURES: Interchangeable barrels, spring-loaded cammed locking lever, extremely powerful

BOND ARMS RANGER WEBSITE: BondArms.com MSRP: $634

FEATURES: Interchangeable barrels, fixed sights, extremely sturdy construction

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ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 shotshell CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 6.25 inches WEIGHT: 23.5 ounces

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BOND ARMS BOND MINI 45 WEBSITE: BondArms.com MSRP: $395 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches LENGTH: 4.5 inches HEIGHT: 3.75 inches WEIGHT: 19 ounces

FEATURES: Crossbolt safety, retracting firing pins, extremely powerful

BOND ARMS SNAKE SLAYER WEBSITE: BondArms.com MSRP: $489 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 shotshell CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches

LENGTH: 5.5 inches HEIGHT: 4.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.38 pounds

FEATURES: Interchangeable barrels, fixed sights, automatic extractor

CIMARRON FIREARMS DIABLO WEBSITE: Cimarron-Firearms.com MSRP: $220 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 MAG CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 2.4 inches LENGTH: 4.4 inches WEIGHT: 9.4 ounces

FEATURES: Top-hinged barrel, integral sights, .22 LR barrel set included

CIMARRON FIREARMS TITAN WEBSITE: Cimarron-Firearms.com MSRP: $427

FEATURES: Trigger guard, lightweight, powerful chambering

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ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 shotshell CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches HEIGHT: 3.7 inches WEIGHT: 1 pound

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COBRA FIREARMS C22 WEBSITE: CobraPistols.net MSRP: $185

FEATURES: Top-hinged barrel, integral sights, available in many colors

ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 2.4 inches LENGTH: 4 inches WEIGHT: 9.5 ounces

COBRA FIREARMS CB9 WEBSITE: CobraPistols.net MSRP: $187

LENGTH: 4.7 inches WEIGHT: 14 ounces

ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches

FEATURES: Top-hinged barrel, integral sights, available in an array of colors

COBRA FIREARMS CB38 WEBSITE: CobraPistols.net MSRP: $187 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .38 SPL CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 1 pound

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WEBSITE: ColtsMfg.com MSRP: $599

COLT .380 MUSTANG POCKETLITE

ACTION: SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 12.5 ounces

FEATURES: Lowered ejection port, commander-style hammer, 1911 design in very tiny package

HEIZER DEFENSE DOUBLE TAP WEBSITE: HeizerFirearms.com MSRP: $499

WIDTH: 0.7 inches HEIGHT: 3.9 inches WEIGHT: 12 ounces

ACTION: DA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 2 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches

FEATURES: Unique double-action design, carries two spare rounds on an included speed strip in the grip panel

KEL-TEC P32 WEBSITE: KeltecWeapons.com MSRP: $318 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .32 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.7 inches LENGTH: 5.1 inches

WIDTH: 0.75 inches HEIGHT: 3.5 inches WEIGHT: 6.6 ounces

FEATURES: Locked breech, light trigger, light weight

MASTERPIECE ARMS MPA380P FEATURES: Machined aluminum grips, snag-free “no sights” design, extremely light weight

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WEBSITE: MasterPieceArms.com MSRP: $375.95 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 5+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.25 inches WEIGHT: 11.3 ounces

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NORTH AMERICAN ARMS GUARDIAN 25 NAA WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com MSRP: $402 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .25 NAA CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.2 inches LENGTH: 4.4 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches

HEIGHT: 3.3 inches WEIGHT: 13.6 ounces

FEATURES: Proprietary bottle-necked cartridge, stippled grip for ease of control, improved reliability

NORTH AMERICAN ARMS MAGNUM 1 5/8-INCH BARREL WITH CONVERSION CYLINDER & HOLSTER GRIP

FEATURES: Grip folds under pistol, accepts .22 LR cartridges, doesn’t “print” as a gun

WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com

MSRP: $284 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 WMR

CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 1.63 inches LENGTH: 5.25 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 2.9 inches WEIGHT: 6.2 ounces

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1.13 inches LENGTH: 3.6 inches WIDTH: 0.81 inches HEIGHT: 2.4 inches WEIGHT: 4 ounces

MSRP: $209 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 Short CAPACITY: 5

FEATURES: Contoured grip, amazingly light, extraordinarily small

NORTH AMERICAN ARMS 380 ACP GUARDIAN WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com

FEATURES: Stippled grip for control, very short height, 2.5-inch barrel for improved velocity

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MSRP: $449 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1

BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches LENGTH: 4.8 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 3.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

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NORTH AMERICAN ARMS MAG 1 1/8-INCH BARREL

WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com MSRP: $219 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 WMR CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 1.1 inches

LENGTH: 4.75 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 2.9 inches WEIGHT: 5.9 ounces

FEATURES: Extremely short for caliber, reloads by removing the cylinder, exceedingly compact

NORTH AMERICAN ARMS MINI MASTER MAGNUM WITH ADJUSTABLE SIGHTS WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com

MSRP: $314 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 WMR CAPACITY: 5

BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.9 inches WIDTH: 1 inch HEIGHT: 3.7 inches WEIGHT: 10.7 ounces

FEATURES: Adjustable target sights, vented top rib, surprisingly long barrel

NORTH AMERICAN ARMS PUG-T WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com

MSRP: $334 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 WMR CAPACITY: 5

BARREL LENGTH: 1 inch LENGTH: 4.5 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 2.75 inches WEIGHT: 6.4 ounces

FEATURES: Tritium night sights, powerful .22 cartridge, extremely compact revolver

NORTH AMERICAN ARMS MAG 1 1/8-INCH BARREL VENT BAR WASP WEBSITE: NorthAmericanArms.com

MSRP: $284 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 WMR CAPACITY: 5

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BARREL LENGTH: 1.6 inches LENGTH: 4.75 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 2.9 inches WEIGHT: 5.9 ounces

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ROHRBAUGH R9 WEBSITE: RohrbaughFirearms.com MSRP: $1,195

FEATURES: Anodized aluminum, spur-style magazine release, double-action reliability

ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.9 inches LENGTH: 5.2 inches HEIGHT: 3.7 inches WEIGHT: 14 ounces

RUGER LCP WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $379

HEIGHT: 3.6 inches WEIGHT: 9.4 ounces

ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches LENGTH: 5.2 inches WIDTH: 0.8 inches

FEATURES: Snag-free design for pocket carry, low-profile sights, seven rounds total onboard, LCP available with LaserMax or CrimsonTrace lasers sights

SEECAMP LWS .32 WEBSITE: SeeCamp.com MSRP: $446.25

FEATURES: Spur-style magazine latch, exceptionally light, deepconcealment ready

ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .32 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches LENGTH: 4.25 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 3.25 inches WEIGHT: 13.25 ounces

TAURUS 25B WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $273 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .25 ACP CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 4.25 inches WEIGHT: 12.3 ounces WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

FEATURES: Tip-up barrel, framemounted 1911-style safety, magazine floor plate features finger rest GW

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Firearms for concealed carry often don’t have room for your little finger, which can be rectified by use of magazines with finger-extension base plates.

Serious Calibers, Serious Purposes

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These Concealed Carry Options Present the Best of Both Worlds

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oncealed carry represents one of the most popular categories of handguns on the market today, and for good reason. These handguns have the ability to be chambered in serious calibers for serious purposes. Plus, they have enough size that you can control them even while firing those heavy cartridges. They are the best of both worlds.

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ACCU-TEK HC-380 WEBSITE: Accu-TekFirearms.com MSRP: $330 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.8 inches LENGTH: 6 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

ARMALITE AR-24 COMPACT

FEATURES: Mag release on bottom of grip, thumb safety blocks firing pin, adjustable rear sight

WEBSITE: ArmaLite.com MSRP: $550 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.89 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds

FEATURES: External framemounted safety, all-steel construction, illuminated sights

BERETTA CHEETAH 85FS WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $770 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 6.8 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.46 pounds

FEATURES: Cocked-and-locked capable, safety/decocker, scaled-down cousin of the 92FS/M9

BERETTA BU9 NANO WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $445 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 5.6 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 4.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.25 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, striker-fired, tiny for a 9mm

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BERETTA PX4 STORM COMPACT WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $575 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.2 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.73 pounds

FEATURES: Interchangeable backstraps, accessory rail, full-finger grip, concealable dimensions

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BERSA BP9CC WEBSITE: Bersa.com MSRP: $429 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.3 inches LENGTH: 6.35 inches WIDTH: 0.94 inches HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.34 pounds

FEATURES: White-outline rear sight, polymer frame, rear sight interchanges with Glock

BERSA THUNDER 380 CC

BERETTA PX4 STORM SUBCOMPACT

WEBSITE: Bersa.com MSRP: $323 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6 inches WIDTH: 1 inch HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.03 pounds

WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $575 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.2 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: Drift-adjustable

FEATURES: Accessory rail,

rear sight, sculpted grip, bobbed low-profile hammer

ambidextrous safety/decocker, smallest Storm model

BERSA THUNDER 380 COMBAT

BERSA THUNDER PRO

WEBSITE: Bersa.com MSRP: $353 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6 inches WIDTH: 1 inch HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.03 pounds

WEBSITE: Bersa.com MSRP: $495 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.94 pounds

FEATURES: Safety-decocker, textured grip for recoil control, sculpted grip

FEATURES: Cocked-and-locked-capable, large capacity of serious defensive caliber

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BOBERG ARMS XR9-S

BROWNING HI-POWER MK III

WEBSITE: BobergArms.com MSRP: $1,049 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.35 inches LENGTH: 5.1 inches WIDTH: 0.96 inches HEIGHT: 4.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.09 pounds

WEBSITE: Browning.com MSRP: $1,059 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.625 inches

FEATURES: Truly unique operation, very compact for barrel length, rotating locking barrel

FEATURES: Ambidextrous safety, integral thumb rests, John Browning’s last 1911-style design

CARACAL CARACAL SC WEBSITE: Caracal-USA.com MSRP: $400 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.4 inches LENGTH: 6.34 inches WIDTH: 0.93 inches HEIGHT: 4.9 inches WEIGHT: 1.38 pounds

FEATURES: Fiber optic front sight, accessory rail, low-bore axis for recoil mitigation

CARACAL CARACAL C WEBSITE: Caracal-USA.com MSRP: $499 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.66 inches LENGTH: 6.57 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.56 pounds

FEATURES: Ambidextrous magazine release, extremely low-bore axis, unique sighting options

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CZ 75B WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $612 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.9 inches LENGTH: 8.1 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 2.2 pounds

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CZ CZ 97 B WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $707 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8.3 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.9 inches WEIGHT: 2.54 pounds

FEATURES: Loaded chamber indicator, cocked-and-locked capable, steel frame for durability

CZ P-01

CZ 75 D PCR COMPACT

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $627 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 7.2 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.1 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 7.24 inches WIDTH: 1.38 inches HEIGHT: 5.03 inches WEIGHT: 1.91 pounds

FEATURES: Decocker,

FEATURES: Forged aluminum alloy

forged alloy frame, meets NATO specifications

frame, decocking lever, light weight

CZ P-06

CZ SP-01 TACTICAL

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $680 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.9 inches LENGTH: 7.2 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.82 pounds

WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $737 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.6 inches LENGTH: 8.15 inches WIDTH: 1.46 inches WEIGHT: 2.4 pounds

FEATURES: Rubber grips, light forged alloy frame, firing pin blocking safety, decocking lever

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EAA WITNESS STEEL FULL SIZE TANFOGLIO WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $607 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8.1 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.06 pounds

FEATURES: Sleek anti-snag design, DA/SA operation

EAA WITNESS COMPACT

for hammer-down carry, once popular in competitions for high capacity and durability

WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $607 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 7.3 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.88 pounds

FEATURES: Chambered in 9mm, .40 SW, 10mm and .45 ACP, steel frame for long service life, compact version of full-size Witness model

FNH FNS-9 WEBSITE: FNHUSA.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9 mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WEIGHT: 1.58 pounds

FEATURES: Night sights, interchangeable backstraps, loaded chamber indicator, front and rear slide serrations

EAA WITNESS POLYMER CARRY WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $691 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WIDTH: 1.4 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

FEATURES: Polymer version of Witness model, tapered cone-lock barrel for accuracy, integral rail WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

GLOCK G17 WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 1.38 pounds

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GLOCK G22 WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $529 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 1.62 pounds

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

GLOCK G21

GLOCK G23

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $649 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.6 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.87 pounds

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $529 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 6.88 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 1.45 pounds

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine relieved backstrap to fit smaller hands

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

GLOCK G26

GLOCK G27

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $629 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.23 pounds

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $629 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.46 inches LENGTH: 6.29 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.23 pounds

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

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GLOCK G30SF

GLOCK G33

GLOCK G37

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $619 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 6.9 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.9 inches WEIGHT: 1.25 pounds

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .357 sig CAPACITY: 9+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.43 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.25 pounds

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $562 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 GAP CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

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GLOCK G39 WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $614 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 GAP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: White outline rear sight, polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

HECKLER & KOCH USP COMPACT

GLOCK G38

WEBSITE: HK-USA.com MSRP: $999 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.8 inches WIDTH: 1.14 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 1.47 pounds

WEBSITE: Glock.com MSRP: $614 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 GAP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.4 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: Accessory rail,

FEATURES: White outline rear sight,

interchangeable backstraps, easily engaged controls, scaled-down HK USP design

polymer frame for light weight, combat trigger guard, double-stack magazine

HECKLER & KOCH VP9

HECKLER & KOCH P2000 74

WEBSITE: HK-USA.com MSRP: $999 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.66 inches LENGTH: 6.8 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 1.38 pounds

WEBSITE: HK-USA.com MSRP: $719 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.09 inches LENGTH: 7.34 inches WIDTH: 1.32 inches HEIGHT: 5.41 inches WEIGHT: 1.66 pounds

FEATURES: Interchangeable backstraps, available in 9mm and .357 SIG, integral accessory rail, multiple trigger types

FEATURES: Accessory rail, short-recoil linkless locking system, striker fired, ambidextrous controls, polymer frame with interchangeable grips and backstraps

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WEBSITE: Hi-PointFirearms.com

MSRP: $189 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches

LENGTH: 6.75 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

HI-POINT C9

FEATURES: Threedot adjustable sights, thumb safety, rear aperture sight option

KAHR ARMS CM9

WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $460 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 INCHES LENGTH: 5.42 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 4 inches WEIGHT: 1 pound

FEATURES: Polymer frame for weight reduction, very narrow, stippled grips for control

KAHR ARMS CW45 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $449 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.32 inches WIDTH: 1 inch HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.38 pounds

FEATURES: .45 ACP with dimensions of a 9mm-frame gun, law enforcementfriendly DAO action, very narrow width

KAHR CW40 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $855 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.4 inches WIDTH: 0.94 inches HEIGHT: 4.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: White-bar dot sights, very slim, full-finger grip for many hands WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

KAHR ARMS K40 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $855 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.1 inches WIDTH: 0.94 inches HEIGHT: 4.55 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

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KAHR ARMS P40 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $739 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.1 inches WIDTH: 0.94 inches HEIGHT: 4.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

FEATURES: Bar-dot-style combat sights, incredibly slim and light, stainless slide for longevity

KAHR ARMS P45

KAHR ARMS P380 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $649 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches LENGTH: 4.9 inches WIDTH: 0.75 inches HEIGHT: 3.9 inches WEIGHT: 0.69 pounds

WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $805 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.07 inches WIDTH: 1.01 inch HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.31 pounds

FEATURES: Textured polymer grip, very compact design, optional Crimson Trace laser, optional night sights

KAHR ARMS PM45 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $855 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 5+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.24 inches LENGTH: 5.8 inches WIDTH: 1 inch HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

FEATURES: White-bar-dot enhanced sights, full-finger grip for many hands, very slim for a .45 ACP, available with stainless slide as the CM45 76

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FEATURES: Polymer and steel construction, snag-free sights, easily concealable dimensions

KAHR ARMS T9 WEBSITE: Kahr.com MSRP: $831 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 6 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.56 pounds

FEATURES: Bar-dot-style combat sights, wood grips with gentle palm swell, single stack design for easy concealability WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

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KEL-TEC PF9

KIMBER SOLO CARRY

WEBSITE: KelTecWeapons.com MSRP: $318 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .32 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.7 inches LENGTH: 5 inches WEIGHT: 6.6 ounces

WEBSITE: KelTecWeapons.com MSRP: $333 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.1 inches LENGTH: 5.9 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 4.3 inches WEIGHT: 0.81 pounds

WEBSITE: KimberAmerica.com MSRP: $815 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.7 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WIDTH: 1 inch WEIGHT: 1.06 pounds

FEATURES: Extremely concealable,

FEATURES: Accessory rail, magazine

KEL-TEC P-32

lifetime warranty, perfect size for smaller hands

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includes finger rest, extremely light, various color choices

FEATURES: Low-profile white-dot sights, 1911-inspired design in strikerfired configuration, three-dot combat sights, aluminum frame

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MAGNUM RESEARCH BABY DESERT EAGLE II COMPACT WEBSITE: MagnumResearch.com MSRP: $656 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.64 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WIDTH: 1.125 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.31 pounds

FEATURES: Available in steel or polymer frame, various barrel lengths, large capacity for its size, unique aesthetics

MAGNUM RESEARCH MICRO DESERT EAGLE

MAGNUM RESEARCH BABY DESERT EAGLE II POLYMER COMPACT

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WEBSITE: MagnumResearch.com MSRP: $629 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.52 inches LENGTH: 8.25 inches WEIGHT: 2.41 pounds

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FEATURES: Three-dot sights, integral accessory rail, firing pin block safety, carbon steel slide

FEATURES: Slight palm swell,

MAGNUM RESEARCH MR9 78

WEBSITE: MagnumResearch.com MSRP: $559 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.1 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

FEATURES: Decocking button, interchangeable backstraps, fully adjustable rear sight, replaceable front sight

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MSRP: $467 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.2 inches LENGTH: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 0.88 pounds no-snag sights milled into frame, very unique aesthetics

RUGER LC9

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $449 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.12 inches LENGTH: 6 inches WIDTH: 0.9 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.06 pounds

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RUGER P95 WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $399 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.9 inches LENGTH: 7.25 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.75 inches WEIGHT: 1.69 pounds

RUGER SR9C

FEATURES: Synthetic grip, stainless slide, decocking lever, polymer frame to save weight

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $529 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.9 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.46 pounds

FEATURES: Accessory rail, front slide serrations, amazing capacity for size, various finishes for slide

SAR ARMS K2 WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $657 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 14+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.7 inches LENGTH: 8.3 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable rear sight, cocked-and-locked carry, very large capacity for caliber, integral accessory rail

RUGER SR40C WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $529 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.9 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.46 pounds

FEATURES: Interchangeable backstrap, large capacity for size, polymer frame to save weight, ambidextrous mag release WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

SAR ARMS K2P WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $412 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 16+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 7.3 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

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SCCY CPX-2 WEBSITE: SCCY.com MSRP: $314 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.1 inches LENGTH: 5.7 inches WIDTH: 1 inch WEIGHT: 0.94 pounds

FEATURES: Snag-free design, leverstyle slide release, all-internal hammer

SIG SAUER P224 SAS

SCCY CPX1 Stainless

WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $1,149 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 11+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.7 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.59 pounds

WEBSITE: SCCY.com MSRP: $334 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.1 inches LENGTH: 5.7 inches WIDTH: 1 inch WEIGHT: 0.94 pounds

FEATURES: Palm swell, doublestack magazine, snag-free sights, miniscule package for a Sig design

FEATURES: Snag-free design, leverstyle slide release, all-internal hammer

SIG SAUER P226

SIG SAUER P229

WEBSITE: Sig-Sauer.com MSRP: $1,015 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.4 inches LENGTH: 7.7 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.13 pounds

WEBSITE: Sig-Sauer.com MSRP: $1,015 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.9 inches LENGTH: 7.1 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.4 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

FEATURES: Decocking lever, ergonomic controls for one-hand operation, steel construction, wide range of custom features

FEATURES: Snap-on modular grips, optimized for concealed and discreet carry, safety/decocking lever

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SIG SAUER P232

SIG SAUER P238 SAS WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $766 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.7 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 3.9 inches WEIGHT: 0.94 pounds

WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $809 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.7 inches WEIGHT: 1.15 pounds

FEATURES: Cocked-and-locked singleaction carry, 1911-style in a subcompact, many finishes/colors available

FEATURES: Siglite night sights optional, ergonomic style, non-slip grips

SIG SAUER P29 RS WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.9 inches LENGTH: 5.5 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 3.9 inches WEIGHT: 1.28 pounds

FEATURES: Integral laser, optional Siglite night sights, extremely compact design

SIG SAUER P239 DAK WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $993 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.1 inches WEIGHT: 1.84 pounds

FEATURES: Double-strike capable for hard primers, Nitron finish on slide for durability, DAO trigger is law-enforcement friendly WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

SIG SAUER P938 WEBSITE: SigSauer.com MSRP: $838 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 5.9 inches WIDTH: 1.1 inches HEIGHT: 3.9 inches WEIGHT: 1 pound

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SMITH & WESSON M&P9C THUMB SAFETY WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $569 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches

FEATURES: Interchangeable backstraps, ambidextrous thumb safety, integral accessory rail

SMITH & WESSON M&P .40

SMITH & WESSON M&P BODYGUARD 380 WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $379 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches LENGTH: 5.25 inches WEIGHT: 0.75 pounds

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $569 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 15+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.25 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: Polymer frame, stainless steel slide, sights similar to M&P sights, molded grip for ergonomic fit

FEATURES: Interchangeable backstraps, large capacity for caliber, low-profile tactical sights

SMITH &WESSON M&P 40c

SMITH & WESSON M&P 45C WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $569 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.5 inches LENGTH: 6.7 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.38 pounds

FEATURES: Steel Novak Lo-Mount carry sights, smallest .40 SW in the M&P line, snag-free design

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WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.64 pounds

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SPRINGFIELD ARMORY XD(M) 3.8 FULL-SIZE 9MM WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $697 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 19+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.8 inches LENGTH: 6.75 inches HEIGHT: 5.75 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY XD SUBCOMPACT

FEATURES: Grip safety, trigger safety, fiber optic front sight, outstanding capacity, snag-free rear combat sight

SMITH & WESSON SHIELD WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $449 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.1 inches LENGTH: 6.1 inches WIDTH: 0.95 inches HEIGHT: 4.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com MSRP: $549 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6.25 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 4.75 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: Frame-mounted safety, low-profile combat sights, polymer frame for incredible lightness, frame-mounted safety

FEATURES: Three-dot driftadjustable and interchangeable rear sight, accepts full-size XD magazines, compact length

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY XDS SINGLE STACK

WEBSITE: Springfield-Armory.com

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FEATURES: Two-dot rear sight, fiber optic front sight, short reset trigger, available in 9mm (7+1)

STEYR C-A1

WEBSITE: SteyrArms.com MSRP: $649 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.7 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.1 inches WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable three-dot sights, low barrel axis, integral accessory rail, trigger safety

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STOEGER COUGAR

STEYR S-A1

WEBSITE: StoegerIndustries.com MSRP: $469 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 11+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 7 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

WEBSITE: SteyrArms.com MSRP: $560 - CURRENT ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.6 inches LENGTH: 6.7 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: Ambidextrous safety/decocking lever, rotating barrel, available as well in 9mm and .45 ACP

FEATURES: Trapezoidal sights, integral trigger safety, integral accessory rail, natural-point-of-aim ergonomics

TAURUS 709 SLIM

TAURUS 92B-17 WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $638 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.6 inches WEIGHT: 2.13 pounds

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $403 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 7+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches LENGTH: 6 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

guard, multi-position frame-mounted safety/decocker

FEATURES: Low-profile fixed sights, ergonomic design, snag-free controls

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FEATURES: Improved capacity (17+1), combat-style trigger

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TAURUS 738B WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $356 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.84 inches WEIGHT: 0.63 pounds

FEATURES: Extremely light weight, low-profile snag-free sights, straightforward operation, extremely compact

TAURUS 740 SLIM

TAURUS 809B

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $403.98 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.2 inches LENGTH: 6.24 inches WIDTH: 1.02 inches WEIGHT: 1.19 pounds

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $487 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 8.25 inches WEIGHT: 1.88 pounds

FEATURES: Trigger safety, integral contoured thumb rests, available in blue or matte stainless

TAURUS DT 40 WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $589 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 11+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.2 inches LENGTH: 6.3 inches WIDTH: 1.15 inches HEIGHT: 5 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

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FEATURES: Multi-position safety/decocker, cocked-andlocked capable (even as a DA/SA)

TAURUS PT 24/7 G2 WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $528 ACTION: STR CALIBER: 9mm CAPACITY: 17+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.2 inches LENGTH: 7.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

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WALTHER P99

WALTHER PK380

WEBSITE: WaltherArms.com MSRP: $629 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.1 inches LENGTH: 7.2 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds

WEBSITE: WaltherAmerica.com MSRP: $399 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.7 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.2 inches HEIGHT: 5.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.21 pounds

FEATURES: Safety/decocker button, ambidextrous mag release built into trigger guard, three-dot adjustable combat sights

FEATURES: Three-dot sights, similar to a slimmed-down P99, molder finger grooves

WALTHER PPQ M2

WALTHER PPK

WEBSITE: WaltherAmerica.com MSRP: $629 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .380 ACP CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.4 inches LENGTH: 6.1 inches WIDTH: 1 inch HEIGHT: 3.8 inches WEIGHT: 1.4 pounds

FEATURES: James Bond’s original defensive pistol, sleek profile, snag-free design, decocking lever

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WEBSITE: WaltherArms.com MSRP: $649 ACTION: STR CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 11+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.1 inches LENGTH: 7.2 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 5.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.6 pounds

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Picking the Per fect M atch Best Kydex and Leather H olster Options

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ou’ve saved your money and purchased that new carry gun. You’ve spent hours at the reloading bench carefully crafting up the perfect handload, or have purchased enough ammunition for a long session at the range with your new firearm. After all that time and expense, buying a

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holster for your new handgun can be as much fun and take as much thought as it took to buy the handgun in the first place. Take some time and look over the selection of holsters we have assembled here. Whether you prefer utilitarian Kydex or handcrafted leather, we’re sure you can find the perfect match.

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BLADE-TECH Eclipse OWB Straight Drop Ambidextrous Holster

DESANTIS Mini Scabbard

Pocket Points • Mini Scabbard will accommodate belts up to 1.5 inches wide • Available in black or tan unlined leather

WEBSITE: Blade-Tech.com MSRP: $79.99 DESCRIPTION: This Blade-Tech holster was designed with comfort and concealing in mind.

WEBSITE: DesantisHolster.com MSRP: $59.99 DESCRIPTION: This unique holster has been reduced to the barest of essentials, yet offers a secure grip on the handgun thanks to exact molding and adjustable tension device.

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DESANTIS Thumb Break Mini Side

DESANTIS Thumb Break Scabbard

Pocket Points • Available in black or tan leather • Belt slots are 1.75 inches wide

Pocket Points • Belt slots are 1.75 inches wide • Available in black or tan leather, with or without suede lining, in plain or basket weave finishes

WEBSITE: DesantisHolster.com MSRP: $69.99 DESCRIPTION: Premium saddle leather, double seams and a

WEBSITE: DesantisHolster.com MSRP: $72.95–103.95 DESCRIPTION: The firearm rides high and is presented at

highly detailed molded fit make this exposed-muzzle, tight-fitting, two-slot holster a great choice for your favorite pistol. It features an adjustable-tension device.

an optimum draw angle in this holster. Its thumb break and exact molding, together with a tension device, allow for a secure and highly concealable carry.

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GALCO Triton Kydex IWB Holster

GALCO Combat Master Belt Holster

WEBSITE: GalcoGunleather.com MSRP: $54.95

DESCRIPTION: Constructed of durable, virtually maintenancefree Kydex, the Triton is fast, thin and easy to conceal. The belt clip offers quick on and off capability, while the sweat guard protects both gun and gun carrier. The firm holster body allows a smooth and easy return to the holster after the draw, while the raised sweat guard protects the pistol from corrosive perspiration and also protects your skin from hard steel.

Pocket Points • Made for semi-automatic pistols and double-action revolvers • Combat Master is available in right- or left-hand designs in tan or black finishes

WEBSITE: GalcoGunleather.com MSRP: $85.95 DESCRIPTION: The open-top design offers a swift draw and presentation, while detailed molding provides secure retention. The butt-forward cant allows effective concealment of even a large defensive handgun. The Combat Master has an open muzzle and fits belts up to 1.75 inches.

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GALCO SSS Side Snap Scabbard (Gen 2)

GALCO TacSlide Belt Holster

Pocket Points • Side Snap Scabbard is offered for rightor left-hand draw in black

WEBSITE: GalcoGunleather.com MSRP: $124.95 DESCRIPTION: Constructed of premium steerhide, the Side Snap Scabbard retains the quick on-off snap loops that fit belts up to 1.5 inches. The open-top design remains the same, with the addition of a reinforced mouth for smooth and easy one-handed return to the holster. New to the SSS is a slight butt-forward cant, in contrast to the steeper angle of the earlier version. It keeps the adjustable tension unit and the comfortable, highly concealable forward-molded design of its predecessor, while adding a raised sweat guard to protect both the firearm and the gun carrier. 90

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Pocket Points • TacSlide is currently offered for popular semiautomatics and double-action revolvers

WEBSITE: GalcoGunleather.com MSRP: $45.95 DESCRIPTION: Galco’s new TacSlide combines steerhide and Kydex for a belt holster that is fast and concealable. The steerhide back plate is smooth where it rides against the wearer’s body, greatly increasing comfort. WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

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BLACKPOINT TACTICAL Leather Wing RHC

WEBSITE: BlackPointTactical.com MSRP: $85 DESCRIPTION: This is Blackpoint Tactical’s bestselling holster, and for good reason. The Kydex center provides excellent adjustable retention, while leather wings provide the flexibility to bend to the wearer’s hip dimensions.

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Pocket Points • Kydex • Completely customizable through BlackPoint’s website with 30 different color options

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BLACKPOINT TACTICAL Standard Outside-the-Waistband (OWB) RHC WEBSITE: BlackPointTactical.com

MSRP: $75 DESCRIPTION: Designed with U.S. Special Forces input, this holster is made for comfort and concealment. A slightly higher ride (this is adjustable by the end user with different belt clips), a more complete bend (the holster all together has a curve to it as opposed to the ends just being bent in) and an open bottom are just a few of the differentiating details.

Pocket Points • Belt-mounted holster • Available in 30 colors

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rom the early 19th-century firearms that settled the Old West through the famous firearms used in exhibition shoots around the country, the revolver represents the original standard for a defensive or competition handgun. Chambering for this class of firearm runs the gamut from the ubiquitous 22LR that can be used for plinking, small game and even some steel-type competitions at the club level, up to the mighty

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S&W 500 that is capable of taking down any animal on the face of the earth. Literally hundreds of years of engineering and technology have gone into creating the contemporary revolver and the market has never been more robust and exciting. We are sure that you will find something on the following pages to meet any need, from a concealed carry firearm to a large-framed hunting revolver.

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TAURUS RAGING JUDGE MAGNUM

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $1,030 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 Shotshell CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 6.5 inches LENGTH: 1.17 feet WEIGHT: 4.54 pounds

FEATURES: 3-inch chambers, soft rubber grips with cushioned insert, rated to fire .454 Casull cartridges as well, 3-inch barrel version also available

TAURUS 617 WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $560 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 7 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.1 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

FEATURES: High capacity for caliber, recoil-cushioning grip, integral sights

CHARTER ARMS SOUTHPAW WEBSITE: CharterFirearms.com MSRP: $415 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches WEIGHT: 0.75 pounds

FEATURES: Dedicated left-hand model, aluminum frame for light weight, available in two-tone pink finish WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

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CHARTER ARMS UNDERCOVER LITE BLACK STD WEBSITE: CharterFirearms.com MSRP: $410 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches WEIGHT: 0.75 pounds

FEATURES: Aluminum frame with steel, spurred hammer, integral sights

CHIAPPA FIREARMS RHINO 40DS

WEBSITE: ChiappaFirearms.com MSRP: $1,073 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.87 pounds

FEATURES: Fires from bottom cylinder, concealed hammer, extremely low bore axis

CHIAPPA FIREARMS RHINO 200DS WEBSITE: ChiappaFirearms.com MSRP: $999 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds

FEATURES: Extremely low bore axis, fiber optic front sight, powerful defensive cartridge

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COBRA FIREARMS SHADOW

EAA BOUNTY HUNTER .44 MAGNUM

WEBSITE: CobraPistols.net MSRP: $425 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 1.9 inches LENGTH: 6.4 inches WEIGHT: 0.94 pounds

WEBSITE: EAACorp.com MSRP: $480 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .44 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 7.5 inches LENGTH: 12.7 inches WEIGHT: 2.56 pounds

FEATURES: Hammerless design, wide range of custom colors, integral sights

FEATURES: Nickel finish, steel frame for strength, rightside loading gate

ROSSI 462

ROSSI R971 WEBSITE: RossiUSA.com MSRP: $465 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.63 pounds

FEATURES: Low-profile fixed

WEBSITE: RossiUSA.com MSRP: $465 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, molded grips, great sight radius

sights, scalloped grips, solid firepower

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RUGER GP100

ROSSI 85104 WEBSITE: RossiUSA.com MSRP: $391 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .38 SPL CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $759 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 7 BARREL LENGTH: 4.2 inches LENGTH: 9.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds

FEATURES: Ventilated rib atop barrel, adjustable sights, supremely comfortable grips

FEATURES: Adjustable sights,

CHARTER ARMS BULLDOG BLUE STANDARD

palm-swell grip, extra shot by virtue of unique chambering, 4inch barrel model also available

CHARTER ARMS PINK LADY OFF DUTY

WEBSITE: CharterFirearms.com MSRP: $405 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .44 SPL CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.31 pounds

WEBSITE: CharterFirearms.com MSRP: $421 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .38 SPL CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches WEIGHT: 0.75 pounds

FEATURES: Bobbed hammer design, snag-free receiver design, serious defensive caliber

FEATURES: Bright pink cast aluminum frame, extreme light weight, very simple operation

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RUGER LCR

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $879 (with Crimson Trace laser grip) ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 5

BARREL LENGTH: 1.9 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.04 pounds

FEATURES:Hammerless design, some polymer components, custom Crimson Trace laser grips

RUGER LCR .22 WMR WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $529 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .22 WMR CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 1.9 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WIDTH: 1.3 inches HEIGHT: 4.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.04 pounds

FEATURES: Hammerless design, some polymer components, integral sights

RUGER SP101

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $699 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 4.2 inches LENGTH: 9.12 inches WEIGHT: 1.84 pounds

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RUGER SUPER REDHAWK ALASKAN WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $1,079 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .44 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches LENGTH: 7.6 inches WEIGHT: 2.81 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable rear sight, large capacity for caliber, wide grip for recoil mitigation

SMITH & WESSON 60 WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $729 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG/.38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.1 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.41 pounds

FEATURES: Ergonomic grip, stainless steel for durability, designed for discreet carry

SMITH & WESSON 60 LS LADYSMITH WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $759 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG/.38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.1 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.31 pounds

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SMITH & WESSON 351C

SMITH & WESSON 586

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $689 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .22 MAG CAPACITY: 7 BARREL LENGTH: 1.9 inches LENGTH: 6.2 inches WEIGHT: 0.69 pounds

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $839 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG/.38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 9.25 inches WEIGHT: 2.56 pounds

FEATURES: Hammerless design, high capacity for size, suitable for the recoil-sensitive

FEATURES: Red ramp front sight, comfortable grip, fantastic accuracy potential

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SMITH & WESSON 686

SMITH & WESSON 640

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $829 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG/.38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches LENGTH: 7.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.17 pounds

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $839 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .357 MAG/.38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.1 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WEIGHT: 1.44 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights

FEATURES: Fully shrouded hammer,

with white outline, orange insert front sight, comfortable grip

snag-free design, powerful cartridge

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SMITH & WESSON BODYGUARD 38

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $539 ACTION: DAO CALIBER: .38 SPL CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 1.9 inches LENGTH: 6.6 inches WEIGHT: 14.3 ounces

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MSRP: $869 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 Shotshell CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 2.75 inches LENGTH: 8.5 inches WIDTH: 1.75 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.88 pounds

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SMITH & WESSON M629

TAURUS 65

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $949 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .44 MAG/.44 SPL CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 6 inches LENGTH: 11.63 inches WEIGHT: 2.81 pounds

FEATURES: Target sights, oversized ergonomic grip, fantastic for hunting

TAURUS 85PLYSS2

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $398 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.5 inches HEIGHT: 4.4 inches WEIGHT: 1.13 pounds

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WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $489 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 10.5 inches WIDTH: 1.5 inches HEIGHT: 5.5 inches WEIGHT: 2.38 pounds

FEATURES: Full-size stippled grip, integral sights, smooth action

CHARTER ARMS PIT BULL .40

WEBSITE: CharterFirearms.com MSRP: $484 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .40 SW CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.25 pounds

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TAURUS 444 WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $792 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .44 MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 4 inches LENGTH: 9.8 inches WIDTH: 1.8 inches HEIGHT: 6.3 inches WEIGHT: 1.75 pounds

FEATURES: Cushioned insert grip to help tame recoil, fiber optic front sight, exceptionally powerful

TAURUS 731 ULTRA LITE WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $514 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .32 H&R MAG CAPACITY: 6 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WEIGHT: 1.06 pounds

FEATURES: Lightweight design, powerful specialty caliber, compact overall package

TAURUS 850B2UL WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $474 CALIBER: .38 SPL +P CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches

FEATURES: Concealed no-snag hammer, rubber grips, very light

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TAURUS 4510

WEBSITE: TaurusUSA.com MSRP: $608 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .45 Colt/.410 Shotshell CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 3 inches WEIGHT: 1.81 pounds

FEATURES: 3-inch chambers, integral sights, shoots .45 Colt cartridges and .410 shotshells interchangeably

CHARTER ARMS MAG PUG STANDARD

WEBSITE: CharterFirearms.com MSRP: $390 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .357 MAG CAPACITY: 5 BARREL LENGTH: 2.2 inches WEIGHT: 1.44 pounds

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Extreme Firepower Special-Purpose Handguns for CQB, Sport & Personal Defense

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the range or maybe you just want to look. Regardless of your intentions and needs, there’s plenty to behold in the guide on the following pages.

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ROSSI RANCH HAND WEBSITE: RossiUSA.com MSRP: $596.82 ACTION: LEVER CALIBER: .44 MAG CAPACITY: 6+1 BARREL LENGTH: 1 foot LENGTH: 2 feet WEIGHT: 4.9 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable buckhorn rear sight, oversized loop lever, saddle ring with rawhide tie

OLYMPIC ARMS OA-93

WEBSITE: OlyArms.com MSRP: $1,267.50 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 5.56 NATO CAPACITY: 30+1 BARREL LENGTH: 6.5 inches LENGTH: 1.42 feet WEIGHT: 4.46 pounds

FEATURES: Phantom-style flash suppressor, T6 forged aluminum receivers, 416 stainless steel barrel

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THOMPSON/CENTER Encore Pro Hunter Predator WEBSITE: TCArms.com MSRP: $882 ACTION: Break Open CALIBER: .204 Ruger, 22-250 Rem, .223 Rem, .308 Win

CAPACITY: 1 BARREL LENGTH: 28 inches LENGTH: 42.5 inches WEIGHT: 7.7 pounds

FEATURES: Single-shot break-open design, makes for a challenging hunting firearm, comes in camo finish on stock and barrel, includes scope bases.

THOMPSON/CENTER G2 Contender Pistol

WEBSITE: TCArms.com MSRP: SEE DEALER ACTION: Break Open CALIBER: Various. 17 HMR up through 45/70 Govt. CAPACITY: 1 BARREL LENGTH: 12 or 14 inches

FEATURES: Single-shot break-open design, can be configured as either a rifle or handgun by interchanging parts, walnut or composite stocks

KRISS VECTOR SDP PISTOL WEBSITE: Kriss-USA.com MSRP: $1,895 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 13+1 BARREL LENGTH: 6.5 inches LENGTH: 1.33 feet WEIGHT: 5.4 pounds

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AUTO-ORDNANCE THOMPSON 1927A-1 DELUXE PISTOL TA5

WEBSITE: Auto-Ordnance.com MSRP: $1,377 ACTION: Semiautomatic, closed-bolt blowback operation CALIBER: .45 ACP CAPACITY: 50+1 BARREL LENGTH: 10.5 inches LENGTH: 1.94 feet WEIGHT: 5.91 pounds

FEATURES: Walnut furniture, drum or stick magazines, cooling fins on barrel

KEL-TEC PLR-16 WEBSITE: KeltecWeapons.com MSRP: $665 ACTION: SA CALIBER: 5.56 NATO CAPACITY: 30+1 BARREL LENGTH: 9.2 inches LENGTH: 1.54 feet WEIGHT: 3.42 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, long-stroke gas piston operating system, threaded muzzle with brake

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The Old Pro The Reliable .22LR Is Ideal for Hunting, Plinking & Competition

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rguably the most-used class of firearms, the ubiquitous .22LR has taught generations of young people the fundamentals of handgun and rifle marksmanship. There’s no doubt that a major part of its popularity is because of the versatility of the round. Used for everything from small-game hunting to plinking and Olympic competitions, the .22LR, in one form or another, should be in the gun cases of even the most casual shooter. One good aspect of

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the .22LR is that you can use it to develop muscle memory of many marksmanship fundamentals such as stance, position, grip, sight alignment breathing and trigger control without spending a large amount of money. The products featured on these pages represent many of the most popular firearms in this class. We hope that you will find something unique for your special application.

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BERETTA U22 NEOS

BERETTA 87 TARGET

WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $275 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.5 inches LENGTH: 8.8 inches WEIGHT: 2 pounds

WEBSITE: Beretta.com MSRP: $880 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5.9 inches LENGTH: 8.9 inches WEIGHT: 1.84 pounds

FEATURES: Unique Giugiaro design, adjustable rear sight, modular design for extensive customization

FEATURES: Ergonomically similar to M9 and 92FS, beveled magazine well, adjustable sights

BROWNING 1911-22 COMPACT

CHIAPPA MFOUR-22

WEBSITE: Browning.com MSRP: $599 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.625 inches LENGTH: 6.5 inches WEIGHT: 0.94 pounds

FEATURES: Aluminum alloy frame and slide, authentic military look, identical controls and ergonomics to 1911A1 WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

WEBSITE: ChiappaFireArms.com MSRP: $459 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 28+1 BARREL LENGTH: 6 inches LENGTH: 1.19 feet WEIGHT: 4.7 pounds

FEATURES: Imitation flash hider, quad rail fore end, detachable A2-style carry handle

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KEL-TEC PMR-30

CZ 75 KADET WEBSITE: CZ-USA.com MSRP: $690 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.6 inches LENGTH: 8.1 inches WEIGHT: 2.43 pounds

WEBSITE: KeltecWeapons.com MSRP: $415 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 magnum (.22wmr)

CAPACITY: 30+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.3 inches LENGTH: 7.9 inches WEIGHT: 0.85 pounds

FEATURES: Adjustable sights, combat-style trigger guard, balanced and weighted like CZ75 B

OLYMPIC ARMS WHITNEY WOLVERINE

WEBSITE: OlyArms.net MSRP: $306 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 4.625 inches LENGTH: 9 inches WEIGHT: 1.2 pounds

FEATURES: Ergonomic frame and grip, vented rib over barrel, polymer version of Whitney Wolverine pistol

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FEATURES: Aluminum-frame skeleton, steel slide and barrel, three-dot fiber optic sights

RUGER MKIII TARGET

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $495 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5.5 inches LENGTH: 9.75 inches WEIGHT: 2.63 pounds

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SMITH & WESSON 22A

UMAREX GOLD CUP .22 LR

WEBSITE: Smith-Wesson.com MSRP: $339 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 7 inches LENGTH: 11 inches WEIGHT: 2.43 pounds

WEBSITE: UmarexUSA.com MSRP: $469 ACTION: SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 12+1 BARREL LENGTH: 5 inches LENGTH: 8.6 inches WEIGHT: 2.25 pounds

FEATURES: Alloy frame, steel slide, Weaver-style accessory rail on top, tool-less takedown, soft-touch grip and adjustable sight

FEATURES: Reproduces Colt Gold Cup, skeletonized trigger, adjustable target sights

WALTHER P22

WEBSITE: WaltherAmerica.com MSRP: $379 ACTION: DA/SA CALIBER: .22 LR CAPACITY: 10+1 BARREL LENGTH: 3.42 inches LENGTH: 6.3 inches WEIGHT: 0.94 pounds

FEATURES: Three safeties, three-dot adjustable combat sight, GW ambidextrous controls

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Modern tactical lights are compact enough to mount to your pistol and light up an entire room like a spotlight. Photo by Mike Dickerson

HOT ADD-ONS

Personalize Your Handgun & Drive Your Confidence Up

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and enhanced for a particular sport or need can be even more effective than a stock handgun because the act of enhancing or personalizing it gives the user more confidence that the pistol will perform when needed. Whether its night sights or tactical lights for personal defense, or an optical sight for a hunting handgun, we are sure that you can find an accessory here that will make the sport of shooting even better.

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BLADE TECH REVOLUTION DOUBLE HANDGUN MAGAZINE POUCH WEBSITE: Blade-Tech.com MSRP: $29.99 MATERIAL: Polymer ATTACHMENT: Tek-Lok FITS: Various

FEATURES: Ambidextrous, several attachment options available These magazine pouches are the standard for many handgun competitors and concealed carriers. They are at home on duty belts, hiking belts and competition belts alike. With no retention strap, you get a smooth, error-free draw every time you grasp for one. An adjustable friction fit keeps magazines from falling out.

BUSHNELL FIRST STRIKE REFLEX SIGHT WEBSITE: Bushnell.com MSRP: $219 LENGTH: 2.4 inches WEIGHT: 2.1 ounces RELIEF: Unlimited DOT: 5 MOA

FEATURES: Self-regulating brightness, waterproof, shockproof This tough, waterproof and shockproof reflex sight from Bushnell features a large, bright red dot on its multi-coated screen that automatically adjusts its brightness to stand in easily acquired contrast in whatever lighting condition needed. The sight mounts to standard accessory rails as found on many of the more unique modern handguns and can swap over to your rifle or shotgun, too.

CAT LASER OS LINE WEBSITE: Cat-Laser.com MSRP: $199.95 MOUNTS: Glock

FEATURES: Replaces rear sight, includes complete optical sight setup This unique approach to mounting lasers on pistols that lack grip panels and dustcover accessory rails replaces the rear sight unit entirely. The OS Line laser features a 5.5mW laser that shines out of the front of a unit that includes a quick-acquisition sight system with a rear notch and front post sight above the laser. The existing front post on your pistol sits too low to use with this system. A sub-model includes a replacement front sight and a laser unit that has only the rear notch sight, which takes advantage of the longest sight radius possible atop your slide.

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DEEP CONCEAL ULTRA CONCEALED CARRY HOLSTER

FEATURES: Two sizes fit virtually all defensive handguns, hook-and-loop adjustment, extremely discreet design This holster is meant to be worn beneath a button-down shirt and is designed to hold your handgun discreetly against your body in a modified shoulder holster position. It holds a spare magazine on the opposite side, which helps in part to balance the load.

WEBSITE: DeepConceal.com MSRP: $43.95 FITS: Most Handguns HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: 7 inches

GEMINI DEFENSE Z-FLEX FLIP-UP SIGHT

FEATURES: Glowing dots and brackets, recharges with sunlight or flashlight, flips up/down

WEBSITE: GeminiDefense.com MSRP: $99

This truly unique sight flips up for CQB so that you fire when the portion of your target that you want to hit fills the aperture. For longer range shots (beyond 8 meters or so) you can flip the sight down and avail yourself of a moretraditional two-dot rear sight.

HEIGHT: 0.6 inches THICKNESS: 0.18 inches WIDTH: 0.8 inches WEIGHT: 0.75 ounces

LASERLYTE CK-AMF Ruger/Kel-Tec WEBSITE: LaserLyte.com MSRP: $109.95

FEATURES: Mounts to subcompact polymer-frame pistols without rails This laser is designed for the popular Ruger and Kel-Tec subcompact pistols. Because these pistols lack accessory rails or removable grip panels, the SML is designed to bolt onto the starboard side of the pistol and provide a 650nm red dot courtesy of four 377 batteries that last for five hours in constant use and 10 hours in pulse mode.

LASERMAX 5SD WEBSITE: LaserMax.com MSRP: $349.99

FEATURES: Replaces recoil guide rod, completely internal unit, completely holster-compliant With many laser units, you need a custom holster that is designed to accommodate the under-barrel laser or the bulge in the grip panel. This unit fits completely inside your gun, though, so you can use the holster you’re accustomed to. Turn it on via a switch that comes in a replacement takedown lever and you can easily turn it on and off. 114

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LASERMAX UNIMAX-G WEBSITE: LaserMax.com MSRP: $349

FEATURES: Green beam, 1-ounce weight with batteries This small laser can mount to pistols with at least 1.75 inches of rail length. It uses two tiny CR1/3N batteries. Like any good laser, it’s adjustable for windage and elevation. What sets it apart, aside from its diminutive size, is the length of standard RIS rail formed into its body that allows a light or other accessory to mount directly to the laser unit.

LEUPOLD DELTAPOINT REFLEX SIGHT WEBSITE: Leupold.com MSRP: $564 ADJUSTMENT RANGE: 60 MOA DOT SIZE: 3.5 MOA RELIEF: Unlimited WEIGHT: 0.6 Ounces

FEATURES: Mounts to dovetail sight groove, patented “intelligent brightness,” aspheric scratch-resistant lens Built within an extremely light magnesium housing, the Leupold Deltapoint Reflex Sight is designed to mount directly to the slide of your 1911 and reciprocate as it does, providing an exceptionally close-to-bore-axis bright sighting solution. This sight also works with other pistols with a dovetail rear sight groove.

MEPROLIGHT NOVAK NIGHT SIGHTS WEBSITE: Meprolight.com MSRP: $164 MOUNT: Dovetail FITS: 1911s from Colt, Taurus Springfield

FEATURES: Tritium sight inserts, snag-free low-slung design, retention screw Night sights are a prerequisite for most defensive handguns and those from Meprolight feature very bright illumination. Designed in the Novak combat sight style that is frequently found on 1911s and higher-end defensive pistols, these sights are snag-free and should mount to any slide with a 1911-style rear sight dovetail, including the Taurus 24/7 pistols.

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NC STAR MODEL: AQPTLG

aircraft grade anodized aluminum body This budget-priced laser is designed to fit on the accessory rail of your handgun and shines bright green for improved visibility.

WEBSITE: NCSstar.com MSRP: $51.33 MOUNT: Picatinny BEAM DIAMETER: 1 mm MAXIMUM OUTPUT: 5mW OPERATING CURRENT: 300mA

FEATURES: Green laser, compact design,

OTIS BONE TOOL WEBSITE: OtisGun.com MSRP: $24.99

FEATURES: 8-32 threaded hole to act as a cleaning rod T-handle, interfaces with all AR/M16 bolts

Designed specifically to clean the bolt carrier assembly on your ARpattern rifle, carbine or pistol, this tool scrapes the carbon fouling from the bolt, bolt carrier and firing pin. This is perfect for getting your Bushmaster Carbon 15 handgun clean and running smoothly.

FEATURES: Elastic headband, multiple spare lenses, padded carrying case

REVISION HELLFLY WEBSITE: RevisionMilitary.com MSRP: $99.99

These glasses are rated to stop a 17-grain steel projectile at more than 900 feet per second. In Gun World field testing, they have kept our shooter’s eyes safe from bullet splash on the range and a great number of airborne hazards around the workshop.

FUNCTION: Ballistic Eyewear WEIGHT: 1.25 ounces IMPACT RATING: Mil-Spec UV RATING: Full Protection

FEATURES: Quick-detachable bungee sling, red-dot sight, cocking slide

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HEIGHT: 7 inches WEIGHT: 1.08 pounds

SIG Sauer’s dramatic ACP-L is a drop-over housing for its popular duty pistols that allows for the attachment of carbine accessories like lasers, lights and electronic sights, while retaining the ease of operation of their pistols. The single-point sling is meant to create a stable platform while pushing the pistol away, rather than attaching a stock, which would turn the gun into a short-barrel rifle. WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

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STREAMLIGHT MODEL: TLR-4 WEBSITE: StreamLight.com MSRP: $215 MOUNT: Picatinny

FEATURES: Integral laser, 11 hour run time, 110 lumens of illumination

This powerful unit is two tactical tools in one: a 110-lumen tactical spotlight with an integral laser sighting unit. The bright laser dot is visible even with the light switched on but can be utilized by itself during the day.

This economical light creates 120 lumens of night-fighting light from its hard-anodized body using just one CR2 lithium battery for around an hour of continuous run time. To fight light-creep on heavy recoiling arms, it includes a unique cam lever that tightens down on the RIS rail it rides upon.

UTG ELP-123R WEBSITE: Leapers.com MSRP: $52.97 LUMENS: 120 BATTERY: CR2 Lithium

FEATURES: Anti-slide Posi-Tab clamp

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Engineered for Performance Ammunition for Hunting, Competition & Defense

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he best part about collecting firearms is taking the opportunity to shoot them. Within each category of firearms, there are many types, brands and configurations of ammunition for almost any shooting scenario. There was a time when the only options for centerfire handgun ammunition were round-nose or a good JHP. Nowadays, the science of ballistics has given the modern shooter — whether he is a competitive shooter, hunter, or protecting his home or

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life — projectiles and loaded ammunition that are designed to perform under any conditions specifically for unique situations. From the 22LR up to the largest rifle and handgun loads for dangerous game, the engineering that has gone into ammunition we shoot today is amazing. Look through the pages of this catalog and you will find a sample of some of the best ammunition and components in the business.

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FEDERAL AMMUNITION

WEBSITE: FederalPremium.com MSRP: $52.95 CALIBER: 45 ACP BULLET STYLE: JHP BULLET WEIGHT: 185 grains BRAND: Premium Personal Defense MUZZLE VELOCITY: 950 fps DESIGNED FOR: Personal Defense

FEDERAL AMMUNITION WEBSITE: FederalPremium.com MSRP: $31.95 CALIBER: 308 Winchester BULLET STYLE: BTHP BULLET WEIGHT: 168 grains BRAND: Gold Medal MUZZLE VELOCITY: 2,650 fps DESIGNED FOR: Competitive/Tactical

SIERRA BULLETS WEBSITE: sierrabullets.com MSRP: $27.52 CALIBER: .224 BULLET WEIGHT: 55 grain BULLET TYPE: BlitzKing DESIGNED FOR: Varmint/Predator Hunting

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NOSLER WEBSITE: Nosler.com MSRP: $26.90 CALIBER: 22-250 BULLET WEIGHT: 40 grain BULLET STYLE: BTLF BRAND: Lead Free USE: Varmint & Targets

BLACK HILLS WEBSITE: Black-Hills.com MSRP: PRICE VARIES DEPENDING ON BULLET WEIGHT CALIBER: .357 Magnum BULLET STYLE: JHP BULLET WEIGHT: 125 grains BRAND: Black Hills MUZZLE VELOCITY: 1,500 fps DESIGNED FOR: Home Defense/Hunting

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MATCH GRADE NOSLER WEBSITE: Nosler.com MSRP: $49.60 CALIBER: 40 S&W BULLET WEIGHT: 180 gr JHP Ammo (50ct) BULLET STYLE: JHP BRAND: Match Grade

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SIERRA BULLETS

WEBSITE: SierraBullets.com MSRP: $22.04 CALIBER: .355 BULLET WEIGHT: 115 GR BULLET TYPE: SportsMaster BRAND: Sport/Defense

BLACK HILLS

WEBSITE: Black-Hills.com MSRP: PRICE VARIES DEPENDING ON BULLET WEIGHT CALIBER: .380 BULLET STYLE: JHP BULLET WEIGHT: 90 grains BRAND: Black Hills MUZZLE VELOCITY: 1,000 fps DESIGNED FOR: Home Defense WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

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HORNADY WEBSITE: Hornady.com MSRP: $26.59 CALIBER: .22-250 BULLET STYLE: Ballistic Tip BULLET WEIGHT: 50 grains BRAND: V-MAX MUZZLE VELOCITY: 4,000 fps DESIGNED FOR: Varmint/Hunting/Predators

HORNADY

WEBSITE: Hornady.com MSRP: $44.61 CALIBER: .308 Winchester BULLET STYLE: Ballistic Tip BULLET WEIGHT: 168 grains BRAND: Tap FPD MUZZLE VELOCITY: 2,700 fps DESIGNED FOR: Tactical/Defense 122

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Utility Player From Competition to Defense to Hunting, Centerfire Rifles Are Versatile

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enterfire rifles occupy a small niche in the overall spectrum of firearms, yet this category delivers a wide variety of capabilities in its application. This class of rifle is used in various types of formal and informal competition. It can be used for small game and varmint hunting and has the

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ability to take down the very largest and most dangerous big game species on the planet. That’s the definition of versatile. In the following section, you will find products that can be a versatile and important part of your collection.

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REMINGTON 700 BDL

WEBSITE: Remington.com MSRP: STARING AT $994 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 3, 4, 5+1 (depending on caliber) LENGTH: 3.54–3.88 feet BARREL LENGTH: 1.83–2.17 feet (depending on model) WEIGHT: 7.25–7.63 pounds

FEATURES: Two-lug bolt design, fastest lock time in the industry, robust aftermarket parts available to customize the rifle

REMINGTON 700 MOUNTAIN SS

WEBSITE: Remington.com MSRP: STARTING AT $1,135 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 3, 4, 5+1 (depending on caliber) LENGTH: 3.47 feet BARREL LENGTH: 1.83 feet WEIGHT: 6.5 pounds

FEATURES: All-weather hunting rifle, stainless steel design, chambered for the most-popular hunting calibers

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REMINGTON 700 SPS TACTICAL

WEBSITE: Remington.com MSRP: STARTING AT $788 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: .223 Rem, .308 Win, .300 AAC Blackout CAPACITY: 4+1 LENGTH: 3.02–3.3 feet BARREL LENGTH: 1.38–1.67 feet WEIGHT: 7.5 pounds

FEATURES: Hogue overmolding the stock, X-Mark Pro trigger, tactical accuracy right out of the box

WINCHESTER MODEL: 70

WEBSITE: WinchesterGuns.com MSRP: $879–919 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 3, 4, 5+1 (depending on caliber)

LENGTH: 3.52–3.73 feet BARREL LENGTH: 1.83–2 feet (depending on model) WEIGHT: 7.5 pounds

FEATURES: Forged steel receiver with integral recoil lug, three-position safety allows bolt to be actuated with safety on, controlled-round feed, pachmayr recoil pad WWW.GUNWORLD.COM

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WINCHESTER 70 Ultimate Shadow Hunter SS

WEBSITE: WinchesterGuns.com MSRP: $1,079 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 3, 4, 5+1 (depending on caliber) LENGTH: 3.54 feet BARREL LENGTH: 1.83–2 feet (depending on model) WEIGHT: 7.5 pounds

FEATURES: Forged stainless steel receiver with integral recoil lug, barreled action is bedded front and rear into a synthetic stock for all-weather performance, lightweight synthetic stock with mossy oak camo

SAVAGE 14/114

WEBSITE: SavageArms.com MSRP: $922 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 4+1 BARREL LENGTH: 1.83 feet LENGTH: 3.5 feet BARREL LENGTH: 1.83–2.17 feet (depending on model)

WEIGHT: 7 pounds

FEATURES: Fully adjustable for weight, wood stock with detachable box magazine, chambered for popular hunting calibers

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SAVAGE 12 BVSS

WEBSITE: SavageArms.com MSRP: $1,081 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: 22-250 Rem, 223 Rem, 308 Win CAPACITY: 4+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2.17 feet LENGTH: 3.85 feet WEIGHT: 10 pounds

FEATURES: Drilled and tapped for scope mounts, laminated wood stock in varmint hunting configuration, stainless steel barrel and action

SAVAGE 10 FCP McMillan

WEBSITE: SavageArms.com MSRP: $1,545 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: 308 Win CAPACITY: 4+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2 feet LENGTH: 3.88 feet BARREL LENGTH: 2 feet WEIGHT: 10 pounds

FEATURES: McMillan tactical A5 fiberglass stock, AccuTrigger is adjustable for weight, sub-MOA accuracy out of the box

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RUGER Hawkeye Standard WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $899 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 3, 4, 5+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2 feet LENGTH: 3.67 feet WEIGHT: 7.25 pounds

FEATURES: Satin blued finish with American walnut stock, chambered for most popular calibers

RUGER Hawkeye Predator

WEBSITE: Ruger.com MSRP: $1,029 ACTION: Bolt CALIBER: Various CAPACITY: 3, 4, 5+1 BARREL LENGTH: 2 feet LENGTH: 3.76 feet WEIGHT: 8 pounds

FEATURES: Stainless steel barreled action with matte finish and a laminated stock, two-stage adjustable match grade trigger, chambered for most popular calibers GW

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