When a 1911 or 2011 Grip Safety Does Not Disengage
A high, torqued grip can direct pressure toward a 1911 or 2011 grip safety’s pivot and cause an unexpected failure to fire. Diagnose the interface before modifying it.
Handguns
P&S ModCast 462 — The 2011
P&S ModCast 462 examines the modern 2011 platform—how it has improved, how to keep it running, and how shooters can use it more effectively. Joe Chambers, Chris Palmer, A.J. Zito, and Matt Landfair discuss the platform with attention to practical ownership, performance, and the difference between capability on paper and a well-maintained working pistol. Released: … Read more
5.7×28: Useful Cartridge, Not a Wonder Round
The 5.7×28 cartridge offers low recoil, capacity, and accessibility advantages, but pistol performance should be judged by evidence rather than P90 mythology.
The Nuance of Defensive Firearms
When we discuss the nuance of defensive firearms for the individual we can get into the weeds and 8 dimensions of considerations to weigh. Conversely, it is even easier to fall into the trap of one size fits all if that option is proven on a large scale. So let’s limit this to a singular … Read more
P&S ModCast 360 — Snubby Lessons
Stuart Baxter, Bryan Eastridge, Mark Fricke, Rob Garrett, Nate Osborne, and Matt Landfair discuss overlooked lessons about short-barreled revolvers.
P&S ModCast 204 — STI International
Matt Little and Buck Pierson join Matt Landfair to discuss STI International and the history, use, and future of its 2011-style pistols.