Handguns

EOTECH EFLX CE: The Enclosed-Emitter Pistol Red Dot That Signals a Bigger 2026 Shift

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EOTECH EFLX CE: The Enclosed-Emitter Pistol Red Dot That Signals a Bigger 2026 Shift February 20, 2026 If you’ve been watching handgun optics evolve, you already know the pattern: open-emitter red dots made slide-mounted optics “normal,” and now enclosed-emitter designs are pushing the category into true all-weather reliability. The EOTECH EFLX CE is a notable […]

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HK VP9A1 X: What’s New in 2026, Who It’s For, and How to Pick the Right Variant

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HK VP9A1 X: What’s New in 2026, Who It’s For, and How to Pick the Right Variant February 19, 2026 TL;DR: The HK VP9A1 X is a “crossover” VP9A1 that pairs a compact-length top end with a full-size grip, and it’s aimed at shooters who want better control, more capacity, and faster dot shooting without

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10mm Handgun in 2026: How to Choose a Woods-Capable Pistol Without Overbuying

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10mm Handgun in 2026: How to Choose a Woods-Capable Pistol Without Overbuying February 12, 2026 If you’re researching a 10mm handgun in 2026, you’re probably trying to solve one of two problems: (1) you want a semi-auto pistol with more “woods authority” than 9mm, or (2) you want a flatter-shooting, harder-hitting option for field carry

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Micro Compact 9mm in 2026: How to Choose a Carry Pistol You’ll Actually Carry

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Micro Compact 9mm in 2026: How to Choose a Carry Pistol You’ll Actually Carry February 9, 2026 A micro compact 9mm is the modern sweet spot for concealed carry: small enough to hide under normal clothes, but big enough to shoot with real competence. In 2026, the category is mature—meaning you’re no longer choosing between

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5.7×28 Pistols in 2026: What You’re Really Buying (and How to Pick the Right One)

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5.7×28 Pistols in 2026: What You’re Really Buying (and How to Pick the Right One) February 3, 2026 If you’ve been eyeing 5.7×28 pistols, you’re probably chasing the same promise: high capacity, flat recoil, and a cartridge that stays “laser-ish” longer than most handgun rounds. In 2026, there are more viable options than ever—ranging from

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22 LR Revolver Buyer’s Deep Dive: What Matters Most in 2026

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22 LR Revolver Buyer’s Deep Dive: What Matters Most in 2026 February 2, 2026 A 22 LR revolver is still one of the smartest “actually shoot it a lot” handguns you can research in 2026—especially for training, new shooters, small-game/field use, and low-stress practice. The best choice comes down to action type (single-action vs double-action),

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Single-Shot Pistols in 2026: What They’re Good for (and What They Aren’t)

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Single-Shot Pistols in 2026: What They’re Good for (and What They Aren’t) January 19, 2026 Single-shot pistols are exactly what they sound like: one round at a time, manually reloaded. In 2026, they’re still a niche—but a useful one—if you want ultra-simple operation, compact storage, or a specialized “tool” gun for the field. If you

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