New shooters have a hard time understanding all of the differences between firearms. This can be very confusing and intimidating when you first walk into a gun store interested in becoming a gun owner. A term you will often hear is “single-action pistol.” This post will explain the meaning and significance of these styles of…
If you are new to guns you will hear the terms hammer-fired pistol and striker-fired pistol. The difference is how the fining mechanism works and the exterior appearance of the pistol. Historically, pistols use a hammer-fired firing mechanism. On a hammer-fired pistol, the external hammer at the rear of the slide is cocked back. Then…
When you hear people refer to a pistol as a striker-fired pistol, they are talking about the firing mechanism on how the firing pin makes contact with the primer. Historically, pistols use a hammer-fired firing mechanism. Normally a hammer is cocked back and when you pull the trigger the hammer is released, slamming into the…
The Sig is a great pistol and adding the best Sig P365X upgrades and accessories to it will improve its capability and performance. All of these parts build upon the platform and make the pistol a better carry pistol for self-defense. Here are the best Sig P365X upgrades & accessories. Best Sig P365X Upgrades &…
This article is the Sig P365X review and covers everything you need to know about the Sig Sauer P365X and if it’s worth buying or not. The Sig P365X review goes over the complete pistol and sub models and I tested and ranked this gun against its competitors. Here is the full Sig P365X Review….
Thinking about picking up a new Springfield Hellcat pistol? Then you are in the right place. This post is a full Springfield Hellcat review and will cover everything you need to know about this pistol. So if you are looking for a concealed carry pistol and tossing around the idea of getting the Hellcat, this…
Looking for the best Springfield Hellcat upgrades and accessories? In this post, we have ranked and reviewed the best parts to add to your Hellcat pistol to improve it. Accuracy and capability are increased greatly with all of the best Springfield Hellcat upgrades and accessories outlined in this post. Learn about the best Springfield Hellcat…
One of the most important accessories you can add to your self-defense pistol is a weapon light. With so many choices and combinations available, this guide will help you on your journey to find the best pistol light for your setup. Pistol Light Selection There are a few things you need to ask yourself before…
Let’s take a look at the Streamlight TLR-7A in this review. Learn everything you need to know to decide if it’s worth the money. Is this pistol light better than its successor the TLR 7? Here is the full Streamlight TLR-7A review. Streamlight TLR 7A Review Best EDC Light Streamlight TLR 7A Price Check: Optics…
Looking for a high-powered pistol weapon light? The Streamlight TLR 1 HL is a top choice and worth considering. This is our full review of the Streamlight TLR 1 HL and will help you decide if this is the right weapon-mounted light for you. Streamlight TLR 1 HL Review Best Overall Light Streamlight TLR 1…