This guide outlines a simple Everyday Carry (EDC) setup for beginners, emphasizing a layered approach to personal protection. It recommends starting with non-lethal options like pepper spray and a tactical flashlight, followed by essential medical preparedness with a trauma kit. The setup also includes advice on selecting the right gun belt and holster, and crucially, choosing a carry handgun that balances concealability with shootability, stressing the importance of training.
This video reviews the top 15 new handguns showcased at Shot Show 2026, highlighting innovations and improvements in handgun design. The presenter, from God Family and Guns, shares his personal favorites, ranging from competition-ready 2011 platforms to practical carry options and unique offerings like suppressed derringers and refurbished military surplus firearms. He emphasizes features like smooth actions, modularity, and aesthetic appeal, providing insights into the evolving handgun market.
The Staccato HD C4X, unveiled at Shot Show 2026, is a duty-ready, 9mm carry handgun with a 4-inch barrel, following the 2011 platform. Co-developed with law enforcement input, it features ambidextrous controls and compatibility with Glock magazines, alongside advancements in recoil management, positioning it as a high-end competition and carry option.
The Yankee Marshal reviews SIG Sauer's new P211 GTO and GTO Combat pistols, which are SIG's entry into the 2011 market. While acknowledging some positive design aspects like the alloy grip frame and stainless steel components, he expresses a strong personal dislike for the 2011 platform overall, particularly in 9mm. He argues they are not practical for concealed carry due to size and weight, nor are they ideal for competition compared to other options, deeming them 'gimmicky' and a 'con' for the community unless one is a collector or dedicated competition shooter.
This video from SPN Firearms demonstrates how a shorter barrel and slide on a handgun significantly reduces muzzle flip, leading to faster follow-up shots. The instructor advocates for 'hybrid' carry guns, which combine a shorter slide with a full-length grip, and explains the physics behind muzzle rise related to mass. Practical advice is given on using holster wedges to improve concealment and draw with shorter-barreled firearms.
This video compares the Daniel Defense H9 to the original Hudson H9, highlighting Daniel Defense's redesign. Key improvements include a lighter aluminum frame, a more efficient grip size, flatter shooting, and reduced recoil recovery. Daniel Defense also addresses original Hudson H9 issues with a redesigned barrel and offers free optic plates via a QR code system, demonstrating strong customer service.
This "Going Tactical" episode features Mike Seeklander, IDPA 2018 National Champion, providing a pro tip on acquiring your red dot sight on a handgun. He discusses the advantages of red dot sights for carry firearms and showcases the Wilson Combat SFX9 3.25" pistol equipped with a Trijicon RMR. The video highlights the SFX9's suitability for deep concealment, its magazine capacity, DLC finish, and accuracy, all while emphasizing its ruggedness and performance.
This review of the Glock 19 Gen 4, post 25,000 rounds, focuses on its durability and generational differences. The instructor highlights improvements in the Gen 4's finish and grip texture compared to the Gen 3, while also critiquing the polymer sights. He details the disassembly process, discusses the recoil spring assembly, and analyzes the trigger mechanism, concluding that while the Gen 4 offers some advantages, the Gen 3 might still be a viable option for those planning modifications.
This guide synthesizes expert advice from a Class 3 FFL holder and gun shop owner on selecting a daily carry handgun. It covers evaluating double-action versus striker-fired options, considering ergonomic factors like trigger pull and grip, and the importance of proper concealment holsters. The insights emphasize practical application for everyday carry scenarios.
The Sig Sauer P220 in .45 ACP is presented as a top-tier handgun, praised for its reliability and handling. The reviewer highlights its stainless steel slide, 3.9-inch barrel for carry, Siglite night sights, and a comfortable grip. It features a double-action/single-action trigger with a 10 lb DA pull and a 4 lb SA pull, noted for its smoothness.
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