Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Compact Review: 1,200 Round Test (2026)
S&W M&P 2.0 Compact review: 1,200 rounds with 0 malfunctions, 2.3 in at 25 yd. $568.99 vs Glock 19 Gen 6 ($620), CZ P-10C, P320 Compact, Hellcat Pro.
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Best Shotgun Upgrades in 2026: Accessories That Actually Matter
The 10 shotgun upgrades that matter in 2026: a TL-Racker light, side saddle, mag tube, chokes, recoil pad, sling, ghost rings and red dot. Most cost under $100.
Purse Carry vs On-Body Carry: Pros, Cons, and Safety Rules
Purse carry vs on-body carry: retention, draw speed and the safety rules that matter, when each one makes sense, plus live prices on concealed carry purses.
Best Gun Magnets and Quick-Access Mounts (2026)
The 6 best gun magnets and quick-access mounts for 2026, tested in 4 vehicles and 2 homes: Magna-Arm, StealthShelf, Lockdown, RYMMES and the Crossbreed Bedside.
HK VP9 Review: 1,500 Round Test of German Striker-Fired Excellence (2026)
We fired 1,500 rounds through the HK VP9: 0 malfunctions, 2.4 in at 25 yd with HST, 5.4 lb trigger. $699.99 vs the new VP9A1, Glock 17 Gen 6 and PDP.
Revolver vs Semi-Auto for Women: Which Should You Carry?
Revolver vs semi-auto for women: a 5-shot Ruger LCR vs a 10+1 Sig P365, slide strength, recoil and the easy-rack Shield EZ. Which to carry, from a shooter.
Best Range Bags for Women (2026): Functional Bags That Aren’t Pink
I tested 7 range bags for women for fit, layout and value, from the $65 Orca starter to the Vertx COF Light at $179 and a $370 woman-owned American maker.
Used Guns vs New: When to Buy Used and When to Buy New (2026)
Used guns save 20-40%, but a police trade-in Glock 19 runs 32% under a new Gen 6 while a used Gen 5 saves only 10%. When to buy each and how to inspect.
Revolver vs Semi-Auto for Concealed Carry: Which Is Better? (2026)
A 5-shot J-frame vs a 15+1 Glock 43X: revolver vs semi-auto for concealed carry on capacity, recoil, reloads and pocket carry, with live prices on all four.