Firearm: Springfield Armory Garrison 1911 in 9 mm (MSRP: $849) Springfield Armory recently added a full-size, all-steel 9 mm 1911 to the company’s popular Garrison line. While, yes, the purists are going to insist that a full-size 1911 should be chambered in .45 ACP; remember the Garrison already exists for that …

CZ’s Scorpion EVO 3, a large format 9 mm pistol, turned heads when it was released back in 2009, and the company’s new Scorpion 3+ (MSRP: $1,299) builds on the original by adding customer-requested upgrades. Boasting improved ergonomics and operation, the new CZ Scorpion 3+ also incorporates advanced materials in …

The Winchester Repeating Arms Model 70 has earned the reputation for being the “Rifleman’s Rifle” and has been improved with qualities that both progressive and purist shooters can get behind. Its design dates back to the early part of the 20th century, and this controlled-round-feed action soldiers on today for good reason. …

As we look at the new guns being introduced this year, some trends seem to be emerging. While micro 9 mm carry guns are still being introduced, some established manufacturers of such pistols are making versions just a little longer for improved ergonomics. “Optic-ready” or “optic-equipped” pistols continue to increase …

Whiz … . You’d hear the “good ones” before they hit you. Just enough time to close your eyes, if you were smart. A lightning flash, then stinging pain. Those little rubber bands always seemed to find a hole, especially when my little 9-year-old cherub face was poking out for a recon …

The Garrison series of 1911 handguns from Springfield Armory combines modern materials and design with a heritage that spans more than a century. Now available in a 9 mm version that features classic hot-salt-blued carbon steel or rust-resistant stainless steel construction, the 9 mm Garrison is a rock-solid 1911 that gives you …

Designed and engineered by TenPoint, Wicked Ridge Crossbows’ Raider 400 De-Cock crossbow featuring Acudraw De-Cock and the D1 Trigger is now shipping. The ultra-lightweight Raider 400 De-Cock combines the convenience of de-cocking with speeds up to 400 feet-per-second. “We all know the inconvenience of carrying a target to discharge your arrow, or …

A recent armed home-defense episode in France points out a drastic difference in the way that country looks at the topic of self-defense in the home compared to here in the United States. In late March, a farmer in Longré, France, was indicted for murder after shooting and killing a …

SOG, one of the more popular brands of knives and outdoor gear, is introducing a new line of a fixed blade knives called the Recondo FX. The fixed-blade Recondo FX traces its roots back to the origins of SOG both in terms of its styling and rugged construction. SOG opted to …

As we look at the new guns being introduced this year, some trends seem to be emerging. While micro 9 mm carry guns are still being introduced, some established manufacturers of such pistols are making versions just a little longer for improved ergonomics. “Optic-ready” or “optic-equipped” pistols continue to increase …