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Handguns

Taurus PT 809 9mm Pistol

The Taurus PT 809 pistol is a polymer handgun that offers a lot of value for a modest price. The pistol was chambered in 9mm and would anchor a line that included models chambered for the .40 S&W and .45 ACP as well as compact variants. Taurus discontinued the 809 pistol some years ago, so my […]

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History of the Ruger SR9 Pistol

In 2007, Sturm, Ruger and Company introduced it’s first striker-fired pistol: the SR9. While the gun is no longer in the company’s line-up, it left an impression on the company’s handgun manufacturing that can still be seen today. This is a brief history of the gun and to what it ultimately led.

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Optics and Sighting Systems

LaserMax Uni-Max Green Laser for Combat Firearms

LaserMax introduced a new laser aiming device using green light. The unit is capable of being used on both pistols and rifles. Due to its compact profile, it should work very well with even smaller handguns.

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Handguns

History of the SIG P250 Pistol

While it is largely forgotten by many people, the SIG P250 pistol may have been one of the most important handguns in the company’s history. Not because of what it accomplished itself – but because of what it inspired. By most standards, the P250 was a lackluster offering from SIG Sauer. However, it paved the […]