Best .38 Special for Women (2026): Classic Carry, Modern Picks
The 7 best .38 Special revolvers for women in 2026. Snubnose carry guns, mid-size range revolvers, and the best .38 ammo for self defense.
Handguns
Every handgun review, head-to-head and buying guide we’ve published lives here, newest first. If you’re not sure where to start, our best handguns list ranks the top pick in every category, and the handgun buyer’s guide walks a first-time buyer through action, caliber and size.
Carrying every day? The best concealed carry handguns guide is the one most readers want. For range and home defense, start with the best 9mm pistols, and if you’d rather have a wheel gun, we’ve ranked the best revolvers too. Every best-of list on the site is indexed in our buying guides hub.
Best Canik Pistols in 2026: 8 Models Ranked & Compared
Best Canik pistols in 2026: 8 models ranked. METE SFT, Rival-S, MC9, TTI Combat and more compared on trigger, price, and concealability.
Can a .357 Magnum Kill a Bear? The Realistic Assessment (2026)
Can a .357 Magnum kill a bear? Yes, but with caveats. Black bears vs grizzlies, best hard-cast loads, barrel length requirements, and how .357 compares to .44 Magnum and 10mm for bear country.
Is a .357 Magnum Good for Home Defense? Pros, Cons & Best Loads (2026)
Is a .357 Magnum good for home defense? The over-penetration reality, why most owners should load .38 Special +P at home, best defensive loads, and which revolvers work best for bedside duty.
Nighthawk Custom Alpha Hawk Revealed
Nighthawk Custom has unveiled the Alpha Hawk, a beautifully intricate concealed carry 1911 chambered in 45 ACP with a $5,199.99 price tag.
Al Capone’s ‘Sweetheart’ Colt 45 Expected to Sell for $2 Million
Sweetheart, Al Capone’s Colt 1911 45 ACP, is going up for auction. If you have $2 million lying around, it could be yours!
14 Guns That Changed the World: The Most Influential Firearms in History
The 14 most influential firearms in history, from the Charleville musket that won American independence to the Glock that rewrote the handgun industry. How each gun changed warfare, politics, and civilization.
The History of Firearms: From Gunpowder to Glocks (Complete Guide)
The complete history of firearms from 9th century Chinese gunpowder to modern polymer pistols. Every major era, every pivotal invention, and the designers who changed the world.
Concealed Carry Insurance (2026): Why You Need It and Best Providers Compared
Why concealed carry insurance is essential for every gun owner. What it covers, what it costs, top providers compared (USCCA, CCW Safe, US LawShield), and what to look for in a policy.