9 Best .38 Special Revolvers (2026): CCW Tested and Ranked
The 9 best .38 Special revolvers for concealed carry in 2026. S&W 642, Ruger LCR, Colt Cobra, Taurus 856, and more ranked with live pricing.
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Best .38 Special Ammo for Self-Defense (2026)
Best .38 Special ammo for self-defense in 2026. Seven loads ranked from short barrels: Speer Gold Dot, Federal HST, Hornady Critical Defense and more.
S&W Model 340PD Review (2026): The Lightest .357 Magnum
S&W Model 340PD review: the lightest .357 Magnum revolver at 11.8 oz. Scandium/titanium construction, the recoil reality, and whether this ultralight snub nose is worth $1,000.
Smith & Wesson 642 Airweight Review (2026): 500 Round Pocket Carry Test
The S&W 642 Airweight is the best-selling pocket revolver in America for good reason. We put 500 rounds through the no-lock 103810 and tested it as an everyday pocket carry gun. Here is our full review with live pricing.
10 Best California Legal Revolvers (2026): No Roster Headaches
Best revolvers for California gun owners. Revolvers avoid the worst handgun roster restrictions. We rank 10 picks from Ruger, Smith & Wesson, and Colt for every use case.
Taurus 85FS Review (2026): Discontinued .38 Snub Tested
Taurus 85FS review after 2,000+ rounds. Specs, +P performance, used market price ($200 to $300), and whether the discontinued .38 snub still earns daily carry.
Best Home Defense Ammo (2026): Every Caliber Ranked
The best home defense ammo for every caliber in 2026. 9mm, .45 ACP, .38 Special, 5.56, 12 gauge, and .300 Blackout ranked for stopping power.
Ruger SP101 Review (2026): 500 Round Test of the Toughest Carry Revolver
The Ruger SP101 is built like a tank and handles .357 Magnum in a carry-sized package. We put 500 rounds through the 2.25-inch model and tested it for concealed carry. Full review with live pricing.
Henry Big Boy X Review (2026): 500 Round Test of the Tactical Lever Gun
The Henry Big Boy X in .357 Magnum is a suppressor-ready tactical lever gun that hits like a truck from its 17.4-inch barrel. We put 500 rounds through it. Full review with live pricing.