Best Non-Lethal Self Defense Tools You Should Carry
Best non-lethal self-defense tools, priced on maker sites: SABRE spray $11.99, Birdie 130 dB alarm $34.95, TASER Pulse 2 $399.99. Plus the state laws that bite.
Accessories
The gear that goes on, in or around your gun. Lights, holsters, optics, safes and everything else, newest first.
Carry holsters make the biggest difference to how often you actually carry, so the best concealed carry holsters guide is a good first stop. For a home defense gun, a light matters more than almost any other upgrade; see the best weapon lights. Optics buyers should read the best rifle scopes, and if you need somewhere to keep it all, start with our gun safe guide. To compare live prices on accessories across 200+ retailers, use the gun accessories price checker.
Best Gun Belts for Concealed Carry: Tested and Ranked (2026)
The 7 best gun belts for concealed carry, tested and priced on Oct 29: Blue Alpha, Kore, Nexbelt, Hanks and more, plus the size each maker says to order.
San Tan 1836 Frontier .30 Cal Suppressor: 13.3 oz, $599
San Tan Tactical has published the full spec sheet for its 1836 Frontier .30 Cal suppressor: 6.321 inches, 13.3 oz, 17-4 stainless and $599, in stock now.
Pulsar Thermion 3 LRF: XT60 and XR60 Thermal Scopes
Pulsar’s Thermion 3 LRF thermal riflescopes are up for pre-order: the 1280 HD XT60 at $6,699.97 and the 640 XR60 at $4,699.97, both with a 1,200 m rangefinder.
Best Kimber Micro 9 Holsters (2026): 6 IWB, Pocket and OWB Picks
The best Kimber Micro 9 holsters for 2026, from the Mission First Tactical Minimalist Kydex IWB to Galco pocket and 1791 OWB leather, plus our catalog data on which Micro 9 holsters also fit the SIG P938.
Best Cross Draw Holsters (2026): 5 Picks for Pistols and Revolvers
The best cross draw holsters for 2026, from the Galco Walkabout 3.0 IWB to the Bianchi 111 Cyclone and DeSantis revolver holsters, plus a diagram of where a cross draw holster sits and the muzzle sweep problem.
Best Car Gun Mounts and Vehicle Holsters (2026): 6 Picks
The best car gun mounts and vehicle holsters for 2026, from the Sticky Holsters Travel Mount to magnets, a seat holster and a lockbox, plus a diagram of where to mount a gun in your car.
Best Body Armor for Home Defense (2026): Plates, Carriers and Soft Armor
The 7 best body armor options for home defense in 2026. Plate carriers, soft armor, and quick-don vests.
Best Women’s Gun Belts (2026): Carry Belts That Look Good
The 7 best women’s gun belts in 2026. Carry belts that support a holster AND look good with real outfits. No tactical-bro gear here.