First Look Videos

Man holding the Ruger LC Carbine
The Ruger LC Carbine: A...

Just announced today, Nic Lenze gives a quick rundown of the brand new Ruger LC Carbine, a 16.25" barreled 5.7x28mm rifle that uses the same grip and fire...
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Mossberg MVP Patrol Rifle
Mossberg MVP Patrol: A...

In this First Look, Nic Lenze puts his first shots through the Mossberg MVP. This rifle, chambered in .300 AAC Blackout is as quick as it is fun.
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MODTAC M-RAC Suppressor Shield
MODTAC Suppressor Shields:...

This week, the First Look looks a little different. Nic Lenze introduces you to Dave, co-owner of MODTAC. Tune in for a live demonstration of the M-RAC...
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IWI Jericho Enhanced
IWI Jericho Enhanced:...

In this First Look, Video Production Director Nic Lenze takes his first shots with the Jericho Enhanced, the updated version of the 9mm Jericho 941 pistol...
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Taurus 856 executive grade .38 special revolver
First Look: Taurus 856...

In this First Look, Nic Lenze takes his first shots with the all-new Taurus Executive Grade 856 .38 Special revolver.
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Roy Huntington holding Savage Model 1907 pistol
The Savage Model 1907: Ten...

In this week's First Look, we're doing something a little bit different. Roy Huntington flashes back to the days of Bat Masterson and delivers some quick...
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Springfield Armory xd-m elite 4.5
Springfield Armory's XD-M...

In this First Look, Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington sends a wall of lead downrange with the new Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5" OSP in 10mm. Could...
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Springfield Armory emissary 4.25
How Does the Springfield...

In this First Look, Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington spends some time going over the features of the new 9mm Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25".
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Smith & Wesson CSX First Look
The Smith & Wesson CSX 9mm

Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at the NEW Smith & Wesson CSX. Nobody was expecting an aluminum-framed carry gun from S&W, but we...
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Savage Stance Pistol; First Look with Roy Huntington
Does The Savage Stance...

In this First Look, Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington takes some shots with the NEW Savage Stance pistol. This is the first serious handgun from Savage...
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Roy Huntington reviews the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro handgun
Springfield Armory's...

Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at Springfield Armory's Hellcat Pro handgun. Combining the performance of a larger handgun with...
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ammo inc.'s streak ammunition
Streak Ammunition: See...

American Cop editor Erick Gelhaus has a First Look at Ammo Inc.'s Streak ammunition. Only visible within 30º of the shooter's point of view, it gives you...
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byrna technologies gun
Byrna Technologies...

Works like a gun, without the consequences. GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat checks in with Byrna Technologies taking a First Look at less-lethal options...
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Optic-Ready 940 Pro Tactical shotgun from Mossberg
Mossberg Launches A New...

Introducing the newest member of the 94 Pro family of 12-gauge shotguns — the Optic-Ready 940 Pro Tactical shotgun.
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The Most Complete Set Of Master Grade AR15 Tools Ever Assembled; Real Avid's AR15 Armorer's Master Kit Pro has all the tools needed to build, repair or customize your AR15.
The Most Complete Set Of...

Real Avid's AR15 Armorer's Master Kit Pro has all the tools needed to build, repair or customize your AR15. American Handgunner Editor, Tom McHales gets a...
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Elite Tactical Systems Speedloaders
Speedloaders That Save You...

With their line of pistol and universal speedloaders, Elite Tactical Systems created a solution to that ache you feel after loading rounds.
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Armscor's M200 .38...

FMG's Roy Huntington takes a First Look at Armscor's M200 & M206 revolver series, ideal for self defense and concealed carry. Chambered in .38 Special,...
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The Staccato 2011 Line Of...

Made in America and providing sure-fire precision, editors Brent Wheat and Tom McHale take a close First Look at the Staccato family of handguns. It's a...
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Ruger's Wrangler .22LR...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington looks at Ruger's new Wrangler revolver chambered in .22LR.
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New AR Bolt Carrier Solves...

Speed Tac's new AR Bolt Carrier is a game changer! It allows the shooter to insert a fully loaded magazine with the bolt closed and a round in the chamber.
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An Up-Close Review of...

FMG's Roy Huntington takes a very close First Look at Federal’s new high-performance 30 Super Carry.
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Springfield Armory's...

FMG Publication's Roy Huntington does a complete review of the 5.56mm Hellion. Featuring a "bullpup configuration," Roy highlights and discusses the other...
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The New Smith & Wesson M&P...

Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington chronographs and tests this new 10mm from S&W. Designed to shoot bigger, faster, flatter and farther, the S&W M&P...
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The Optics Ready Mossberg...

GUNS Magazine Editor Brent Wheat spends time with Mossberg's Director of Media Relations getting schooled on how to shoot with a red dot sight on the...
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Roy Huntington Reviews and...

Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington reviews, tests and shoots the Hi-Point C9 9mm handgun. Find out why he likes it and thinks it's a great gun for the...
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Learn to Shoot with a Red...

In this First Look, GUNS Magazine Editor Brent Wheat takes a Red Dot Sight class at Gunsite Academy. Sitting down with Gunsite Range Master Chris Currie,...
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Video Review of the...

A compact 9mm firepower for everyday carry! Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington has a First Look at Springfield Armory's newly released Ronin EMP. Part...
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Pat Rogers Memorial...

GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat attended the Pat Rogers Memorial Revolver Round Up and talked with Gunsite CEO, Ken Campbell on why Pat Rogers is so memorable.
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Shooting Springfield...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington gives a complete review of Springfield Armory's new all steel Garrison 5" 1911 in .45 ACP!
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How to Safely Draw and...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington explains the benefits of a shoulder holster and how to safely draw and re-holster.
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Crimson Trace's New CT RAD...

Crimson Trace is launching a new family of new red dots — The CT RAD (Rapid Aiming Dot). Featuring a 3 MOA aiming dot, the CT RAD is built from the...
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Springfield Armory SA-35...

FMG's Roy Huntington does a complete review of Springfield Armory's newly released SA-35. As Roy tests it for accuracy and performance, this iconic pistol...
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Complete Review of the...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale spends the day at Gunsite Shooting Academy reviewing Mossberg's newly released MC2sc compact handgun.
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Springfield Armory's New...

A quick look at the newly released Springfield Armory SA 35 9mm pistol.
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Add Style to Your Ruger...

Find out how to take one of your favorite guns and stylize it with color case hardening by Turnbull Restoration. Roy Huntington demonstrates with the Ruger...
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DIY: Shoot Anywhere with a...

In this First Look, Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington explains how to build your own target stand on wheels so you can shoot anywhere and at any...
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Eliminate Leading and...

Simple and easy to use, Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington shows how to clean the leading out of your gun with an old stand by of his - The Lewis...
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Springfield Armory's New...

For the ultimate in a defensive/trail pistol, Springfield Armory has announced the new XD-M Elite 3.8" Compact OSP in 10mm. Special Assignments Editor Roy...
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60 Second Shooting Tip:...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale offers another quick shooting tip on how to manage recoil when shooting a handgun.
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S&W's WWII "Victory" Model...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes us back in time to the beginning of WWII with not enough 1911's to go around. S&W stepped up with a special...
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First Look: Chief Upland...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at an upland bird hunting vest by Chief Upland, that offers complete comfort and the ultimate...
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Want to shoot accurately?...

Are you waiting for the perfect sight picture? In this First Look, American Handgunner Editor, Tom McHale shows how to improve your handgun accuracy by...
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Turnbullized Browning Buck...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at the Turnbullized Browning Buck Mark .22 lr pistol.
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First Look Springfield Armory

Springfield Armory's Mil-Spec 1911 in .45 ACP is accurate, reliable and affordable. An entry-level defensive handgun, it combines GI proven features with...
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Mitch Rosen Single Action...

The new single-action holster from Mitch Rosen Extraordinary Gunleather is the perfect holster for concealed carry.
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Hi-Point 995 Carbine - 9mm...

An alternative to a standard AR, the Hi-Point 995 Carbine in 9mm is the perfect firearm to introduce to new shooters.
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First Look at Springfield...

The .45 ACP 1911 Emissary blends form and function seamlessly in a defensive-minded handgun loaded with custom-grade features.
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First Look at the Armcor VRF14

Armscor's new  VRF14 defensive semi-auto shotgun can keep your home and family protected and secure. Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes a...
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Taurus .460 S&W Magnum...

For several years Brazilian gun maker Taurus has been offering a variety of revolvers for shooters and hunters alike. Their Raging Hunter series has been...
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RUGER LCP MAX: THE...

Special Assignments editor Roy Huntington reviews Ruger's new LCP MAX and compares it to the other pistols in the LCP family.
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Quick First Look at...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington looks very quickly at the just released Ruger LCP MAX. Full review and accuracy test coming up!
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ACCURACY SECRETS OF THE...

Roy Huntington shares his secrets on how to shoot a compact revolver smoothly, quickly and accurately.
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Rock Island Armory's New...

Ramping up the game with an aluminum frame! Special Assignment Editor Roy Huntington reviews Rock Island Armory's new 9mm handgun that features a...
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Liemke Thermal Optics'...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington has a First Look at this infrared thermal imaging spotter from Liemke. Scout for game or general nighttime...
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Big Sight Systems

Seeing your sights! Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington is making his sights bigger and better! See how the Big Sight System makes it easy to pick up...
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The New Taurus GX4 — A...

The new Taurus GX4 9mm micro-pistol delivers maximum concealment without sacrificing performance or capacity.
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Hearing Loss Matters

Special Assignment Editor Roy Huntington looks at the latest in state-of-the-art technology being used to protect your hearing when out hunting and shooting...
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The Ultimate Range Plinker

Tom McHale takes a First Look at the new TaurusTX 22 Competition model and finds it has more uses than just competition.
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13 Reasons to Feel Confident

Chambered in 9mm with 13/15+1 capacity, Suzi Huntington takes a closer first look at Mossberg's follow-up to the MC1sc — the feature-rich, compact and...
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Make Your Own .22 Revolver...

With a tip from a reader, Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington shows an easy alternative to regular snap caps, allowing anyone to safely dry-fire a .22...
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Colt's Iconic 1903: A .32...

Can 100-year-old technology still keep you safe?
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Just Released & Reviewed:...

The perfect size for pocket carry, FMG Publication's Roy Huntington takes a close First Look at Ruger's new MAX-9 handgun.
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Enhance Your Springfield...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington shows how easy it is to change out the factory Springfield Armory Hellcat trigger for the APEX Action Enhancement...
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Walther Launches New...

It's your duty to be ready and American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale shows how Walther's new 9mm Performance Duty Pistol (PDP) keeps you alert and always at...
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Make Your Very Own Cutdown...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington shares how he cut down and modified his Winchester Model 94 to make it more versatile.
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How To Find a Holster for...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale shows how to make your own custom holster to fit a gun of your choice with the 1791 Gunleather Ultra Custom Holster.
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Make Your Own Custom Holster!

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale shows how to make your own custom holster to fit a gun of your choice with the 1791 Gunleather Ultra Custom Holster.
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Safe Range Targets You Can...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale has a First Look at Throom Targets. Designed to replace ricochet-causing steel targets, watch as Tom shoots right...
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Competition, Defense, CCW...

EAA's new do-everything Girsan Regard Sport GEN 4 is a full-size pistol in 9mm that can literally do it all!
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19 Rounds of Do-Everything...

From carry to competition, EAA Corp's new do-everything Girsan Regard Sport Gen 4 is a full-size, 18+1 9mm pistol with a familiar design that can literally...
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SAR USA Goes Platinum

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale takes a close First Look at the new SAR 9X Platinum, featuring a smooth double-action trigger, adjustable sights and...
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The Gunfighter Load, Explained

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington explains how to safely load a single-action revolver for field carry — known as The Gunfighter Load — in this...
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Lightweight Durability...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes a Classic First Look at the CZ 75 B handgun and all the special features it comes with that new and old...
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The CZ 75 Gets A "B"

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes a Classic First Look at the CZ 75 B handgun and all the special features it comes with that new and old...
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How to Change Your Sight...

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington shows how easy it is to change a handgun's dovetailed rear sight with Real Avid's Master Sight Pusher.
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Bigger Is Not Always Better!

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington has a First Look at the new Benchmade Mini Osborne 945BK-1 knife and decides sometimes smaller is actually better
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Cooler Than Ice: Kimber...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale has a First Look at the 10mm Kimber Rapide (Black Ice). Cool looking and lightning-fast, 1911 catches Tom's eye with...
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250 Lumens of Pocket Power!

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington takes another First Look at Streamlight's do-all Microstream USB Rechargeable Pocket Light.
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Springfield Armory...

The Ronin 1911 gives shooters a pistol that combines classic styling with modern features at a remarkably affordable price.
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A Work of Shooting Art

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington has a First Look at the Nighthawk Custom/Korth Mongoose that combines engineering excellence and artistic style to...
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Springfield XD-S Mod.2 is...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale takes a First Look at the newly released Springfield XD-S Mod.2 OSP that comes optics-ready with a Crimson Trace...
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A Different Red Dot Sight...

American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale takes a First Look at Aimpoint's fully enclosed red dot sight, the Acro P-1.
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A First Look At The Chest...

Extraordinary Assignments Editor Roy Huntington gives you a First Look at how he protects himself while doing chores around his farm in the backwoods of...
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A First Look Classic - The...

Roy Huntington goes classic on us with this First Look at his custom, cut-down Smith & Wesson Model 1917 he made 35 years ago!
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A First Look At...

Roy Huntington reviews Springfield Armory's new 9mm XD-M Elite in 3.8" Compact for control and accuracy from what he calls a big/medium size gun.
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The Pocket Tool That Does...

With different tools, this small pocket knife from Leatherman has Roy Huntington using it from cutting open packages to removing splinters.
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Streamlight Introduces The...

First Look's Roy Huntington reviews Streamlight's new Stinger 2020, a high-performance flashlight that produces 2,000 lumens and lights up the world.
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Mitch Rosen Extraordinary...

Roy Huntington takes a First Look at the new UPL OWB holster from Mitch Rosen's Express Line and what makes this holster so "extraordinary."
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Back To Where It All Began...

American Handgunner writer Will Dabbs, MD takes a First Look at Lipsey's exclusive Retro Glock P80 - a historical reproduction of the original innovative...
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Retro GLOCK P80 Has Us...

Will Dabbs, MD takes a First Look at Lipsey's exclusive retro GLOCK P80 — a historical reproduction of the original innovative Glock 17.
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Benchmade's Infidel OTF Is...

Roy Huntington takes a First Look at the Infidel OTF pocket knife from Benchmade that has a cool factor hard to describe without experiencing it.
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The "Turnbullized" Lever...

Roy Huntington takes a First Look at how Turnbull Restoration transforms a stock Browning BL-22 from a plinker into a high quality custom family heirloom.
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Customize Your CZ 75 With...

American Handgunner's Roy Huntington looks at how Alex Zimmerman and Guncrafter Industries takes CZ-USA's Model 75 to the ranks of a competition 1911.
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Lights Lasers And...

Roy Huntington looks at a non-lethal option for self-defense — the LifeLite from Pepperball.
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Home Defense Non-lethal...

American Handgunner's Roy Huntington demonstrates the Pepperball TCP and is surprised by its potential "stopping power." See if this is the right choice to...
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First Look: Ruger's Super...

A sneak peek at this 8-shot 9mm revolver as American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at this ultimate target/competition/plinking handgun.
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S&W Performance Center S&W...

Custom touches by the Performance Center make this 9mm an even easier gun to shoot.
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How This Tomahawk Can Make...

American Handgunner executive editor, Tom McHale reviews and demonstrates the multiple uses of the Model 1 Tomahawk from American Tomahawk company
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Sierra Bullets And True...

GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat learns why Sierra Bullets is partnering with True Velocity's polymer cartridges.
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First Look: Ruger's Super...

A sneak peek at this 8-shot 9mm revolver as American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at this ultimate target/competition/plinking handgun.
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S&W Performance Center S&W...

Custom touches by the Performance Center make this 9mm an even easier gun to shoot.
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How This Tomahawk Can Make...

American Handgunner executive editor, Tom McHale reviews and demonstrates the multiple uses of the Model 1 Tomahawk from American Tomahawk company
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Sierra Bullets And True...

GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat learns why Sierra Bullets is partnering with True Velocity's polymer cartridges.
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Reach For The SCCY!

A SCCY pistol that is. American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington reviews SCCY's CPX-4 .380 auto as he shoots around his chickens!
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A First Look at...

Even though the Hellcat has been around for a bit, American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at the recently released Desert FDE Hellcat...
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AirSaber For Handgunners?

First Look fun with Umarex's AirSaber air archery arrow rifle airgun.
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First Look At North...

Rats in the pole barn? American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington takes a First Look at shooting NAA's Pug .22 Magnum revolver and decides it's good defense...
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Full-Auto Fun With Beretta!

American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington has his First Look at Umarex's Beretta Model 92A1 BB Pistol and takes a tin can down.
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A First Look At The Bond...

Watch as American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington fires his first shots with the Bond Arms Rowdy Derringer and gives his review.
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Roy Huntington's First...

Roy Huntington takes a First Look at the Riton Optic red dot and magnifier and confesses to becoming a convert.
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A First Look At The S&W...

American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington reviews and compares the S&W M&P SHIELD EZ 380 Auto to the 9mm in this First Look.
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Take a First Look At One...

The Dan Wesson Vigil CCO 1911 in 9mm is a favorite of American Handgunner editor Roy Huntington.
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Get A First Look At...

Built for defense use and delivering serious firepower, Springfield Armory expands it's Saint Victor line to .308.
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Riton Optics Tactix Line

Seeing the difference with Riton Optics' newest additions to their Tactix line of red dots and magnifiers has GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat taking a...
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Take A First Look At Riton...

Seeing the difference with Riton Optics' newest additions to their Tactix line of red dots and magnifiers
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Riton Optics Tactix Line

Seeing the difference with Riton Optics' newest additions to their Tactix line of red dots and magnifiers has GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat taking a...
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Take A First Look At Riton...

Seeing the difference with Riton Optics' newest additions to their Tactix line of red dots and magnifiers
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Tussey Custom "Resto-Mod"...

Well known for their work on 1911s, Tussey Custom's take on a classic 1911 combines the performance of a modern pistol using current production parts, with...
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Primary Arms SLx And GLx

GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat offers a First Look at the newest technology of Primary Arms including the SLx Microdot Red Dot sight and GLx 2x Prism scope.
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A First Look At Primary...

GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat takes a First Look at the newest technology of Primary Arms including the SLx Microdot Red Dot sight and GLx 2x Prism scope.
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