Editor’s Note: The author received a Springfield XD Mod.4 pistol on loan from the company for the purposes of writing this review. I’ve always appreciated the Springfield Armory XD series for what it is: a simple, reliable and accurate 9mm pistol. While the original may have more than two dec...
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the new developments in self-defense technology these days. Options that represent cutting-edge features one day quickly become “standard equipment” the next. Take handgun-mounted optics. Not that long ago, having a red dot atop your pistol put you in som...
You have a well-made, high-quality defensive handgun. You have bought the best defensive rounds available and made sure they run in your pistol. You have a sound EDC rig that allows you to quickly and safely present your firearm, and you have trained to do it effectively. You are set, right? Howe...
Choosing the right defensive handgun for you means finding the right blend of size and features for your lifestyle. This can take some time, and just when you think you’ve settled on the right gun, your needs can suddenly change and you’re out gun shopping once more. Deeper Cover This was my ...
The PSA 16″ Carbine-Length 5.56 NATO Upper comes ready to run with a Bolt Carrier Group, Charging Handle, and Magpul MBUS Rear Sight included—all for $289.99.
Franchi introduced the MULE (Momentum Utility Lite Elite) at SHOT Show 2026, and it's a modern take on the scout rifle concept built around their Momentum platform. The company isn't explicitly calling it a "scout rifle" in their marketing, but it checks all the boxes Jeff Coo...
Does the sweet spot between compact speed and full-size confidence actually exist? Pro shooter Julie Golob puts the Springfield Armory 4.0FC pistol through its paces to see how this hybrid Echelon rethinks balance, recoil and real-world performance. Springfield provided the loaner handg...
The Midwest Industries Bounty Hunter Series of stocks and arm braces offer a bold new way to work with the big irons. The post Midwest Industries Bounty Hunter Series: Steel Cylinders & Cheek Welds appeared first on Gun Digest.