US Palm STORM CAT4: A Duty-Ready 5.56 AR Pistol Hits the Cover

July 20, 2026July 15, 2026 by Nick Hall

The US Palm STORM CAT4, cover gun of Firearms News July 2026, is a compact 11.5-inch 5.56 NATO AR pistol with fully ambidextrous controls, a Magpul BTR brace, and a $1,399 MSRP.

8 Best 300 Blackout Pistols (2026): AR-Pattern PDWs Tested

August 10, 2026May 30, 2026 by Nick Hall

The 8 best 300 Blackout AR pistols for 2026: Sig Rattler, PSA JAKL, Daniel Defense PDW, CMMG Dissent, and more. Tested with subsonic and supersonic ammo.

Best AR-15 for Home Defense (2026): 8 Top Picks Tested

May 30, 2026 by Nick Hall

The 8 best AR-15 rifles for home defense in 2026. From the BCM RECCE-11 to budget PSA pistols, with barrel length recommendations, ammo selection, and CQB considerations.

10 Best Cheap AR Pistols Under $1,000 (2026)

August 1, 2026May 30, 2026 by Nick Hall

The 10 best cheap AR pistols under $1,000 for 2026. From the PSA JAKL to the CMMG Banshee Mk4, these budget AR pistols deliver real performance without breaking the bank.