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Colt Combat Unit Series 1911 Pistols Earn U.S. Special Forces Approval

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Auto-Ordnance Old Glory 1911 Is ‘Mighty Proud of That Ragged Old Flag’

The Hi-Point Grand Union Flag carbine comes right in time for July 4th.

Hi-Point Limited Edition: Grand Union Flag Carbine for 4th of July

Dan Wesson TCP Blends Full-Size Features into Compact Package

Ruger releases Custom Shop SR1911 Competition Pistol in .45 ACP

LWRC SMG 45: Release Becomes Company’s First Pistol Caliber Carbine

Featuring a delayed-blowback, short-recoil operating system, and chambered in .45 ACP, the LWRC SMG 45 is an intriguing pistol caliber carbine option.

The Ed Brown Special Forces SOCOM 1911 Packs the Features

Based on the company's Special Forces SR, the Ed Brown SOCOM honors U.S. SOCOM with a feature-laden, tactical version of the classic 1911.

1911 vs Glock 21: Which Gun Would You Rather Have?

The second entry in our 'Which Gun Would You Rather Have' series pits the 1911 vs Glock 21 in a showdown of contrasting full-size .45 pistols.

FIRST LOOK: IFG Defiant Limited Pro Competition Pistol

Available in both large- and small-frame variations, the FT Italia-built IFG Defiant Limited Pro is purpose-built for IPSC pistol competition.

FIRST LOOK: Italian Firearms Group Defiant Stock I

Based on the legendary CZ 75, the Italian Firearms Group Defiant Stock I is purpose-built for USPSA and IDPA competition, but equally capable of much more.

Federal Syntech Training Match Loads Replicate Defense, Duty Loads

With point of impact, velocity and trajectory equal to comparable HST loads, Federal's new Syntech Training Match adds to training value.

VIDEO: Hitting the Range With the New Nighthawk Trooper .45 ACP Pistol

Everything you need, and nothing you don't: the new Nighthawk Custom Trooper shines during our initial field test with the full-size .45.

Nighthawk Custom Trooper: First Look at Nighthawk’s New Do-It-All Pistol

With a black Nitride finish and Heinie rear sights, the new Nighthawk Custom Trooper is everything you'd expect in a Nighthawk Government Model.

FIRST LOOK: Nighthawk Custom VIP Black 1911 Pistol

With master engraving, giraffe bone grips and a walnut presentation case, the Nighthawk Custom VIP Black 1911 is a high-grade carry pistol.

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GUN TEST: CMMG MkG Banshee AR Pistol in .45 ACP

Whether for home defense, vehicle carry or affordable practice gun, the CMMG MkG Banshee AR Pistol packs considerable innovation into a compact platform.

Gun Test: The WW2 Fighter Plane Auto-Ordnance Squadron 1911

With plenty of custom touches, the Auto-Ordnance Squadron 1911 is ready to take flight, honoring American World War 2 fighter pilots.

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Wilson Combat Introduces the Vickers Elite Commander 1911

Wilson Combat's new Vickers Elite Commander 1911 is a smaller, carry-sized defensive pistol built for any shooting scenario.

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