Although we typically train from an upright starting position, not every gunfight begins that way. Quite often, the decision to introduce a firearm is made after a physical altercation has already started. This can result from hoping that less-lethal options would prevail or from being caught by surprise. Regardless of …

Nearly every major manufacturer now offers a “slimline” striker-fired micro-compact 9mm pistol in their lineup, and Taurus is no exception. The Taurus GX4XL T.O.R.O. handgun is part of Taurus’ GX4 micro-compact family. The original GX4 models made their first debut May 2021, while the slightly larger XL guns followed up during August …

Kimber America has begun shipping their new snub-nosed carry friendly revolver, the new Kimber K6xs. The Kimber K6xs is an alloy framed 6 shot revolver chambered for .38 Special +P cartridges. Optimized for EDC (everyday carry) and personal protection, the K6xs holds the current record for Kimber’s lightest revolver, coming in …

In 1996, Louis Imperato, along with his son, Anthony, launched Henry Repeating Arms in Brooklyn, N.Y. The company takes its name from Benjamin Tyler Henry, who patented his lever-action rifle in 1860, which was then manufactured by the New Haven Arms Co. from 1860 to 1866. Although today’s company has no affiliation …

Patriot Ordnance Factory has released its thoroughly modernized interpretation of the lever-action platform, which it has dubbed the Tombstone. This carbine satisfies the growing popularity of both tactical lever guns and 9 mm Luger pistol-caliber carbines (PCC) in the same slim, handy package. The 16.5″, free-floating, fluted, 4150-steel barrel is fitted …

A “Supply Chain Risk Management Report” [PDF] issued earlier this year by the U.S. Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainability indicates disease, social unrest, record-setting firearm sales and politics no longer hold the exclusive for creating gun and gear shortages. The study clearly states foreign powers are …

A young police patrolman of my acquaintance was checking his buildings while on late-night patrol. One of those businesses was an auto parts store that was in a stand-alone building. As the officer eased up in front of the dark building, he clearly saw someone inside the store. Late at …

Today, let’s talk about the power and purpose of a handheld flashlight. We will dive into pros and cons for on-body versus off-body carry locations for your flashlight and pre-deployment in a future article. In 1899 David Misell invented the first flashlight and patented it. Conrad Hubert of Eveready bought …

This week, we’re taking a closer look at the Mossberg 940 Pro Turkey. A purpose-built gobbler-getter, the 940 Pro Turkey comes from the factory cut for an RMSc footprint, and can be ordered with a Holosun red-dot to boot. With an 18.5- or 24-inch barrel, the gun is sure to fit any …

Leupold has announced the addition of a new frame style to its popular Performance Eyewear line: the DeSoto. Available in multiple lens and frame combinations, the DeSoto adds four new sets of eyewear to Leupold’s catalog. Like the rest of the company’s Performance Eyewear line, the DeSoto is made from lightweight, ballistic-rated …