Wade Rivers, Author at Gun Genius

Folding PCC Carbines: 2025 Deep Dive on Packable 9mm Rifles

Folding PCC Carbines: 2025 Deep Dive on Packable 9mm Rifles October 3, 2025 Folding pistol-caliber carbines (PCCs) like the KelTec SUB2000 and S&W FPC deliver trunk-friendly size, cheap-to-shoot 9mm, and familiar pistol-mag compatibility. Great for range day, road-trip plinkers, or backpack camp guns—without venturing into NFA territory. If your range bag pulls double duty as

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Taurus 66 Combat — New for 2025 (New Release Spotlight)

Handguns, New Releases

Taurus 66 Combat — New for 2025 (New Release Spotlight) September 30, 2025 Taurus just modernized the classic 66 with an optics-ready, 3-inch, seven-shot .357 Mag package aimed at folks who want revolver simplicity with dot-sight speed. If you’ve been waiting for a “fighting wheelgun” that plays nice with RDS, this is the one. Announced

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Rossi RS22 Pistol — New for 2025

Handguns, New Releases

Rossi RS22 Pistol — New for 2025 September 23, 2025 The new Rossi RS22 Pistol shrinks the popular RS22 rimfire into a 6-inch, threaded-barrel .22 LR pistol that takes RS22 mags, accepts optics, and (optionally) a Strike Industries brace—perfect for budget-friendly plinking, training, and small-game duty. Announced in mid-September 2025, Rossi’s RS22 Pistol brings the

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Compact 10mm Pistols: Smart Carry Picks for 2025 (Deep Dive)

Analysis, Handguns

Compact 10mm Pistols: Smart Carry Picks for 2025 (Deep Dive) September 19, 2025 Looking for magnum-ish punch in a belt-friendly package? Today’s compact 10mm pistols deliver carryable size, controllable recoil (with the right loads), and optics-ready slides—great for backcountry peace of mind or urban EDC with extra headroom. The Trend Over the last month, interest

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Henry Mini Bolt Youth G2 — New for 2025

New Releases, Rifles

Henry Mini Bolt Youth G2 — New for 2025 September 15, 2025 The Henry Mini Bolt Youth G2 is a refreshed, single-shot .22 built for first-time shooters: stainless construction, fiber-optic sights, and a simpler loading path thanks to a new integrated feed ramp. If you coach youth marksmanship, run a camp, or want a “first

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Christensen Arms 25 Creedmoor (& 22 Creedmoor) — New Chamberings for Evoke, MPR & Ridgeline FFT

New Releases, Rifles

Christensen Arms 25 Creedmoor (& 22 Creedmoor) — New Chamberings for Evoke, MPR & Ridgeline FFT September 10, 2025 Christensen Arms just added 25 Creedmoor and 22 Creedmoor to three popular bolt guns—the Evoke, Modern Precision Rifle (MPR), and Ridgeline FFT—giving hunters and precision shooters more flat-shooting options right before fall seasons. Announced in late

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Kimber 2K11 Pro — Compact Double-Stack 1911 Lands for Late Summer 2025

Handguns, New Releases

Kimber 2K11 Pro — Compact Double-Stack 1911 Lands for Late Summer 2025 September 8, 2025 The Kimber 2K11 Pro shrinks the original 2K11 into a 4.25″ carry-length package with 19+1 (9mm) capacity, an optics-ready slide, and premium 1911 touches (tool-less guide rod, GT trigger). If you’ve been eyeing a “2011-style” pistol for EDC or home

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12 Gauge vs 20 Gauge for Dove Season 2025 — What’s Best This Year?

Comparisons, Hunting

12 Gauge vs 20 Gauge for Dove Season 2025 — What’s Best This Year? September 2, 2025 If your top priorities are softer recoil and quick follow-ups on fast flyers, a modern 20 gauge with quality 7/8- to 1-ounce loads shines. If you need extra reach in windy fields or want denser patterns with larger

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Micro 9mm vs Compact Pistols — Which Shoots Better?

Comparisons, Handguns

Micro 9mm vs Compact Pistols — Which Shoots Better? August 28, 2025 If your priority is smallest footprint for everyday carry, a micro 9mm wins. If you want the best on-range performance and easier accuracy, a double-stack compact is usually the smarter pick. The right answer depends on your hands, your holster, and your training

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Ruger RXM Threaded Barrel Model Debuts on August 14, 2025

Handguns, New Releases

Ruger RXM Threaded Barrel Model Debuts on August 14, 2025 August 25, 2025 On August 14, 2025, Ruger added a threaded-barrel RXM 9mm. The barrel is 4.5 inches with 1/2×28 threads and a protector. It is suppressor-ready, so you can mount a can or a comp right away. The slide stays optics-ready. Also, the tritium

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