Pistols & Handguns

Articles and podcast episodes on pistol selection, concealed carry, handgun training, optics, weapon-mounted lights, trigger systems, ammunition, maintenance, 1911 and 2011 pistols, and practical defensive use.

P&S ModCast 128 — The Allure and Misunderstandings of Pistol Weaponlights

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P&S ModCast 128 examines the allure and misunderstandings of pistol weaponlights with an experienced panel, practical context, equipment considerations, and training implications.

Addressing Concerns With the Sig Sauer P320

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Editor’s Update: September 2026 Historical context: This article preserves Bruce Gray’s August 2017 assessment as it was presented at the time. SIG SAUER subsequently introduced its P320 Voluntary Upgrade Program. SIG states that additional testing found that, under certain drop angles and conditions, a potential discharge could occur. The upgraded design reduces the mass of … Read more

Women, Wardrobes, Guns

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“But, women have to completely re-think their wardrobe in order to carry a gun safely.” Apparently, according to the vast majority of men, women regularly need to go up a size in their jeans, or completely “re-think” their wardrobe in order to accommodate your everyday Kydex holster. This has always been one of those “nail on a … Read more

Overwatch Precision TAC Flat Face Trigger Review

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  Before we begin, let’s set some baselines to see if this review will be relevant to you. This was not a scientific, standards based, control group study. It is my opinion based on the things that are important to me. I am a nobody but I train a lot. Here is my story : … Read more

The Sig Sauer P320 RX Review

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Editor’s Update: September 2026 Historical context: This review documents a 2016 P320 RX package and an early-production Romeo1 test optic. Its pricing, configuration, and product comparisons reflect that period. SIG SAUER began its P320 Voluntary Upgrade Program on August 8, 2017. Owners of pistols made before that date should check their serial number through SIG … Read more

Why I Have A Red Dot On My Pistol – Part 2

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After receiving a lot of great feedback regarding my first offering, I decided to write a follow up article based on the questions I received. Again, I want to reiterate that I am by no means a subject matter expert. I am sharing this as a regular guy that trains a lot (400 to 600 … Read more

Why I Have A Red Dot On My Pistol – Part 1

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Red Dot Sights (RDS) are possibly the single biggest innovation on the pistol platform in recent years. But just like any “new” thing, it has its evangelists and its naysayers. Is it a valuable tool to help you protect you and your loved ones or is it just an expensive accessory to live out your … Read more