It has been described as “a dead ringer for the classic German military sidearm,” with the “heft and feel of the real thing.” Perhaps not a “real” Luger, the Erma .22 caliber lines of Luger clones are both affordable, and a legitimate part of German military history. Even though they are no longer […]

In the 1980’s there was a push to solicit U.S. law enforcement to adopt, as their standard service sidearm, a 9mm pistol with a high capacity double stack magazine. Although U.S. law enforcement was resistant, the rest of the world fell in love with the new sidearms. There was one in particular that […]

By mid March male woodchucks will be going from den hole to den hole checking for female occupants, a sign that spring is just around the corner. Chuck hunters are preparing for warmer weather and many are considering a new hunting rifle. For woodchucks and other varmints, hunters typically use a specialized type of small caliber, long-range firearm known as a varmint rifle. However, some varmint hunters are looking for a heavier barreled rifle, which is where the H-S Pro-Series 2000 Varmint should be considered a viable option. Read our full review at firearmsfirst.com …

AK-47 collectors in the U.S. have faced numerous obstacles over the years. Since a true, all original, fully automatic Kalashnikov is not available to the ordinary citizen, several U.S. companies make semi-auto versions compliant under gun control laws using a mix of imported and domestic made parts. Rifle quality and pricing varies drastically. From parts kits to complete AK-47 rifles, we’ve got buyer tips for the novice and serious collector in this Firearms First semi-auto AK47 buyer’s feature article.

Ruger’s P345 offers shooters a double action centerfire auto without the historical bulk that many have often criticized in Ruger pistol reviews. With this one they did it right, producing a lightweight, slim design, yet still chambered for the powerful .45 ACP cartridge. The first models were the standard KP345 and the KP345PR, […]

The Mossberg 500 family of shotguns offers a remarkable combination of modern design, custom-type features and affordability. Mossberg has long been a favorite of hunters, law enforcement and private citizens. Here we focus on the Mossberg “tactical” shotguns, which are well suited for home defense. There are excellent hunting models that will be […]

A new and sleek looking version of a well known classic Model 700 by Remington, the 700 CDL is considered a modern refinement. The stock is American walnut with a satin finish. The wood has cut checkering, a right hand cheek piece, and a black fore end tip with a plastic grip cap.
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The Smith & Wesson Model 637 is a 5-shot J-frame built with a stainless steel barrel and cylinder and an aluminum alloy frame with an exposed hammer. The standard model weighs only 15.5 ounces. The model 637 has an exposed hammer while the model 640 has no visible hammer, which makes for snagless […]

A lightweight, alloy frame .45 Auto for personal defense, the Kimber Pro CDP II offers the power of a 1911 in a convenient size. The CDP stands for Custom Defense Package, and is ideal for conceal carry. The Pro CDP II has a full-size grip frame with checkered rosewood grips in the classic double […]