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Buyer's Guide
Best Pocket Pistols for Concealed Carry [2026]
We walk you through the difference between pocket pistols and mouse guns and dole out some recommendations on the best pocket pistols along the way.
Travis Pike is a lifelong shooter who just happened to be mediocre enough with a gun and a keyboard to combine the two and write. He currently teaches concealed carry courses and enjoys spending time on Florida’s Nature Coast. He is interested in helping folks protect themselves with firearms and shoot better at the range.
Experience
- USMC veteran (2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years)
- Deployed to Afghanistan (2009 & 2011)
- Machine Gunner
- Trained with Romanian Army, Spanish Marines, Emirate Marines, & Afghan National Army
- Expert Rifle Badge USMC
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
- Concealed Carry Instructor
- Freelance writer
- Gun University
- The National Interest
- AmmoLand
- Truth About Guns
- The Armory Life
- GunMag Warehouse
- Task & Purpose
- Recoil
- Pew Pew Tactical
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Buyer's GuideBest Optics for Your Shotgun [2026]
An optic on a shotgun? Prepare to learn all about why an optic makes sense and which models we recommend you slap on your shotgun right now!
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How-To[Guide] Cross-Dominant Shooting: Adapt & Overcome
How do you diagnose cross-dominant shooting and how do you overcome it? Special emphasis on right-handed, left-eye dominance.
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ReviewTyrant CNC TWS365 Sig P365 Chassis [Review]
We put the Tyrant CNC TWS365 PDW chassis through its paces to see if can push the Sig P365 to PCC-levels of performance.
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Shotgun12 Gauge vs. 20 Gauge: Which Is The Better Shotgun Choice For You?
We compare the shootability, payload, and accessibility of 12 gauge and 20 gauge to determine which one is better for home defense.
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Buyer's GuideBest Glock Clones [2026]: Custom Glock 19 Alternatives
We dive into the best Glock clones on the market to help you decide if one of these custom Glock 19 competitors is right for you!
CompetitionGetting Into PCC Competition: Guns, Optics & More
In this guide, we take a look at some of the guns, gear, and accessories you should consider if you are looking to get into PCC competition.
Beginner's GuideWorst Guns for Beginners (And Some Good Ones)
Don't make a big mistake. There are some terrible guns out there for beginners. Here's our list of the worst ones and also some good first firearms.
Beginner's GuideBest Home Defense Shotgun Upgrades: Stocks, Lights, Optics, & More
Have a shotgun for home defense? We choose the best 5 upgrades you need to turn your scattergun into an effective home defense weapon.
ReviewChiappa RAK-9 Review: Best Budget AK PCC?
Join us as we take the Chiappa RAK-9 to the range to see how it performs, what kind of quirks it has, and what you can do to make it better.
Ammo300 Blk vs. 8.6 Blk vs. 338 ARC: Who Is The King Of Subsonic Ammo?
When it comes to suppressed shooting, three cartridges rise to the top. Here’s how to pick the best one for your style of shooting.
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Accessories8 Best Taurus TX22 Upgrades [2026]: Chassis, Triggers, & More
We go over some of the best aftermarket upgrades you can get to customize your TX22 and take it to the next level.
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What Glock should you put in your concealed carry holster? Check out our list of the best Glocks for concealed carry!
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Gun Reviews[Tested] Smith & Wesson M&P Shield X Review: Best Shield Yet?
The new S&W Shield X is optic ready, weapon-light-compatible, and comes with two sizes of true double-stack magazines. The test is on!
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Buyer's GuideBest Ambidextrous AR-15 Lower Receivers & Conversions [2026]
Want a fully ambidextrous AR-15 lower? We've got you covered with several of our favorites. Plus the necessary parts to do a conversion on a standard lower.
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We shot the new Vortex Defender-CCW Enclosed red dot, dropped it, heated it up, and soaked it to how well it holds up to the competition.
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