Modernizing the Hi-Power | American Handgunner Insider

This review covers the Canik Mete MC9 Prime pistol, chambered in 9mm. Key features highlighted include its 3.6-inch comped barrel, front and rear serrations, loaded chamber indicator, accessory rail, and a flat-faced aluminum trigger. The pistol comes with two 17-round magazines and a carrying case.

This video provides a first look at several new KelTec firearms introduced at Shot Show 2026. It details the PR3AT pistol, highlighting its rotating barrel, stripper clip feeding, and slim profile. The updated Sub2000 CQB Gen2 is showcased with its improved locking mechanism and the 'Defender' package. Finally, the KSG Gen2 shotgun is presented with its new 1913 rail and accessory mounting options. The presenter, Hammer from KelTec, offers insights into the design philosophy and practical applications of these firearms.

This review of the Canik Mete MC9 Prime highlights its suitability for concealed carry, emphasizing its excellent trigger, crisp reset, and effective sights. The compensated barrel is noted for mitigating recoil, though not to the extent of larger platforms. The package includes valuable accessories like a G-Code holster and multiple magazines.

This video provides a first look at the new HK VP9CC, comparing it to the existing VP9 and CC9 models. The VP9CC is presented as a smaller version of the VP9, retaining its core features like ambidextrous controls, a good trigger, a picatinny rail, and interchangeable backstraps. It also features an optics cut and co-witnessed sights. The reviewer notes the VP9CC is more slender than the VP9 and includes finger grooves, unlike the VP9. The European-style magazine release is highlighted as a carryover feature.

This review of the HK VP9CC micro-compact pistol highlights its exceptional trigger, low recoil impulse, and excellent optics mounting system. While praised for its shootability and build quality, the high price point and smooth grip texture are noted as potential drawbacks compared to competitors like the S&W Shield Plus and Sig P365. The reviewer, Chris from Honest Outlaw, provides a detailed first-shot impression and comparison.

This review of the Heckler & Koch VP9CC, presented by Mrgunsngear, provides an in-depth look at a new contender in the concealed carry market. The video highlights its features, performance, and comparisons to other HK models, offering insights from an experienced firearms instructor. Key aspects covered include its modular chassis system, ambidextrous controls, trigger quality, and optics-ready slide.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.