“Kimber did an awesome job with this revolver. Aesthetically it’s appealing and eye-catching. The controls are easy to manipulate, the trigger is beautifully smooth, and the gun feels good in my hands. The biggest downside is the need for speedloaders because they are not easy to find.” — Kat Stevens
“Designed for rapid deployment from concealment, the MCX Rattler packs a punch in the .300 BLK configuration. Coming in at 5.1 pounds empty, sporting a 5.5-inch barrel and folded length of 17 inches, the MCX Rattler is definitely compact enough to be carried anywhere.” – Joshua Fox
The iconic Steyr AUG is the oldest serving bullpup in military history, dating back to 1977. This 5.56x45mm rifle utilizes a short-stroke gas piston and a 16-inch quick-change barrel to deliver a compact, soft shooting experience. The Steyr AUG’s current incarnation is the Steyr AUG A3 M1, which is available with a short optics rail, extended optics rail, or an integrated 3x optic. Coming in at 8.8 pounds and just 28.15 inches long, the AUG is superbly balanced and is still a gold standard in the bullpup market today.
The Century Arms Draco is built in Romania, bringing the famous AK reliability into a smaller, more compact platform. It features a 12.25-inch threaded barrel, standard AK sights, enhanced trigger group, and comes standard with one 30-round US Palm magazine. The Draco offers an AK platform that is both compact and reliable.
The Savage Stance is the first pistol in Savage’s lineup in over 100 years. At just under 1 inch thick with a 7 or 8+1 single stack magazine, the Stance is made to be easily concealable. The front of the slide is beveled for a snag-free draw and easy reholstering, and the 360-degree aggressive grip texture ensures comfort and controllability. Wide slide serrations ensure easy manipulation of the gun. Additional models include various different colors, night sights, and external safety versions.
The HK P30L is the next evolution in HK’s long lineup of hammer-fired pistols. It is a full-sized duty pistol with a 4.45-inch barrel, a 17-round capacity, fully ambidextrous controls, interchangeable backstraps and side plates, and a full-length Picatinny rail. Built with police and security in mind, the P30L is an extremely reliable, rugged, and durability-tested design that brings an easy-to-shoot platform into the hands of those looking for a true workhorse gun.
For those looking for an AK in a compact package, Century Arms has you covered with the Mini Draco. It features a 7.75-inch threaded barrel, standard AK sights, enhanced trigger group, and comes standard with one 30-round US Palm magazine. Additionally, premium hardwood handguards and a threaded barrel are present. Coming in at 5.65 lbs, the Mini Draco is small, lightweight, and fun. Made in Romania.
The Colt Enhanced Patrol Rifle is the next evolution of Colt’s classic LE6920 patrol carbine. Updated features include a full-length M-LOK rail with QD sling attachment points, a Bravo Systems B5 stock, and Magpul MBUS Pro backup sights. A 16-inch 1:7 twist barrel, A2 flash hider, and mil-spec controls keep everything else simple. Those looking for both the Colt name but with a few modernized features may be interested in this patrol carbine.
The Mossberg 590M Shockwave brought high capacity to short shotguns. Even though it only has an overall length of 26.3 inches, the 590M Shockwave boasts an impressive capacity of 10+1 thanks to its magazine design. Aside from the magazine, it has all the standard 590 features, including twin action bars and an ambidextrous tang safety. Everything is rounded out with a 15-inch heavy-walled barrel. The 590M Shockwave is great for those that want to cut down on length without sacrificing capacity.
After some quality control and safety issues with the original PT111 line, Taurus unveiled the PT111 Millennium G2 in a bid to rectify those issues while simultaneously lowering the price. With a 3.2-inch barrel, 12-round capacity, manual safety, and fully adjustable rear sight, the G2 is appealing at its price range of $200-300. The capacity is excellent for a gun of its size, and the trigger allows for double-strike capability if there is an ammo-related failure. Taurus successfully crafted a serviceable concealed-carry weapon with solid features at a very affordable price point.
Mossberg set out to deliver a feature-rich bolt-action rifle at a reasonable price, and they did just that. With features like detachable box magazines, a spiral fluted bolt, a recessed match barrel crown, and a patented LBA user-adjustable trigger, the Patriot offers a lot of value.
The Heritage Rough Rider is an easy-to-shoot plinker that’s great for all skill levels. This single-action army inspired revolver is designed to be light and easy to operate in a fun-to-shoot package. The standard Rough Rider features a 6-shot .22 LR cylinder (.22 Magnum cylinders are available). It sports either classic-style western grips or birdshead-style grips, and it is available in various barrel lengths from 3 to 12 inches. If you are looking for an affordable gun that is cheap to shoot, this is it.
