Category: Pistol

SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: Double-Stack 1911 Pistols

Action Gunner January 31, 2025

SHOT Show 2025 delivered a fresh wave of double-stack 1911 pistols, expanding options for competitors, duty users, and enthusiasts alike. With an increasing demand for high-capacity, optics-ready, 2011-style handguns, manufacturers stepped up in a big way this year. Whether you’re eyeing a new Limited division pistol, a rugged duty gun, or a carry-friendly double-stack, this year’s lineup has something for you. Here’s a breakdown of the most notable double-stack 1911s from SHOT Show 2025, with

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Gear Breakdown for The Tactical Games: Insights from Elite Competitor Austin Alward

Shawn February 6, 2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvRZIDJfrEg For competitors looking to break into The Tactical Games, understanding the gear used by elite-level athletes is a huge advantage. The Tactical Games combines fitness challenges and shooting proficiency, creating unique demands on gear that isn’t just high-performance but also highly adaptable. In this article, we’ll dissect the setup used by seasoned competitor Austin Aylward, who regularly takes the podium in the Elite Division, to help new athletes get a grasp of what gear is

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What to Look for When Shopping for a 3-Gun Pistol

Nathan Payne January 8, 2017

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Getting started in 3-gun can seem like a daunting task.  There are so many choices to make, from which rifle to purchase to what type of shell caddy to use and everything in between.  All of this must be accomplished while trying to keep everything within the budget and deciding how best to spend your money. One of the most important purchases in the sport is the pistol.  If you were to ask ten 3-gunners

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