I have several compact and sub-compact pistols that all exhibit the same malady – the grip is too short for my hand. Something was needed to allow my hand to fit on the handle of the pistol. I found that … Continue reading
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FALCO 92 IWB Concealment Gun Holster With Open Muzzle for Kimber K6S Revolver
The FALCO 92 IWB Concealment Gun Holster with Open Muzzle for Kimber K6S Revolver was delivered after a five week wait while the holster was being manufactured. While the Kimber K6S was not without a home, as it could reside … Continue reading
Springfield’s XDm 40 3.8 Compact (XDM9384CBHCE)
After handling the .40 S&W in the Springfield XDm 40 4.5, a full-size service pistol, it only seemed logical (to me) to try the cartridge in a compact pistol for better concealment during the hot summer days that are upon … Continue reading
Springfield Armory XDm 40 4.5 (XDM9202HCE) My belated look at the 10mm “Kurz” (10x22 Smith and Wesson)
“The energy of the .40 S&W exceeds standard-pressure .45 ACP loadings, generating between 350 foot-pounds (470 J) and 500 foot-pounds (680 J) of energy, depending on bullet weight. Both the .40 S&W and the 9mm Parabellum operate at a 35,000 … Continue reading
Springfield XDm 40 4.5 vs. Glock G22
In my recent excursion into the .40 Smith & Wesson cartridge, I had to consider the platform from which it was to be fired. Luckily, my local gun club and range has a somewhat large collection of .40 Smith & … Continue reading
KIMBER K6S .357 MAGNUM REVOLVER
When most folks start talking double-action revolver speak, it is usually in reference to a Smith & Wesson, Colt, Ruger, or possibly even Taurus. My first double-action revolver was a Rohn RG38. Around that time (1970), the RG38 was considered … Continue reading
NC Star DRGB135 Product Review Tactical Red/Green/Blue Dot Weaver Mount
Recently I mounted a NC Leapers UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact Tactical Rifle Scope, AO, 36-color (https://guntoters.com/blog/2018/03/23/leapers-utg-3-12×44-30mm-compact-tactical-rifle-scope-ao-36-color/) on my favorite modern sporting rifle and it made a world of difference in how I viewed the world, at least at the local … Continue reading
A Tale of Frik and Frak RIA Rock Ultra 1911A1 (TAC II) FS and MS Model Number: 51486 and 51487
I have spent a lot of keyboard time over the years providing review of various Rock Island Armory (ARMSCOR) 1911–based pistols. One of those pistols, the RIA 1911 FS Tactical has been my constant companion for some time now. When … Continue reading
Falco Holster Model 92 for 1911 Pistols
Because of my positive experience with the Falco Holster Model 92 for the CZ75B (see review: https://guntoters.com/blog/2018/01/19/craft-falco-holster-code-it92/), I decided to take another chance with the holster and ordered one for the 1911 pistol. My previous order was through Craft Holsters. … Continue reading
Leapers UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact Tactical Rifle Scope, AO, 36-color A Stoner-Based Modern Sporting Rifle Update
It was time to update the Nikon P-223 3x scope on my Windham Weaponry SRC to a more powerful variable magnification scope. I had recently made an update to the Ruger ‘Scout” rifle with a Leapers UTG 2-7×44 LER scope … Continue reading