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The Springfield XD(M) .40 handgun is a great pistol that retains the high quality of Springfield’s firearms. It has a number of great features as well, such as the grip safety, the trigger safety, and its multi-adjust rail system. However, even with the two safety options, its not impossible for unpracticed shooters (such as children) […] More

Most shooters likely aren’t familiar with the versatile and powerful firearms from Italian manufacturer Tanfoglio. The Tanfoglio Combat Standard is the perfect representative for the company though and is the standard model for all of their pistols. It comes in two versions, the Combat which has a “cocked and locked” safety mounted, and the Standard […] More

The Glock 22, the .40 caliber version of the Glock 17, was actually the first handgun to bring the power of the .40 round to the law enforcement community. Ever since, the .40 has been a staple of law enforcement and the Glock 22 with it. While it may be a bit pricier than others […] More

This latest Fabrique National pistol comes with the same FN quality as other models while remaining in a reasonable price range. It has a slide with front and rear cocking serrations along with and external loaded chamber indicator. The FNX .40 has a wide variety of other facets that make it a great home defense […] More

The HK Heckler And Koch USP, which stands for “Universal Self-Loading Pistol”, is a SA/DA pistol with a corrosion-proof fiber reinforced polymer frame and its namesake USP control lever. This lever is a combination safety and de-cocking lever that is frame-mounted for quick and easy access. It can process hundreds and thousands of rounds without […] More

While most .40 caliber weapons are meant for powerful home defense, the small and easy to handle Walther PPQ is a great option for a concealed carry weapon as well. It has smooth firing capabilities and also a degree of accuracy that is hard to beat. This coupled with the sheer power of the .40 […] More

Beretta is definitely known for its high quality manufacturing and craftsmanship, and the Beretta PX4 Storm .40 is no exception. It’s also incredibly cheap for the price without skimping on quality. With a rotating barrel system that reduces recoil and an SA/DA trigger system that switches over as soon as you fire the first shot, […] More

While the .45 caliber version of this handgun has been respected and used by many, the .40 caliber version is also a defensive powerhouse of a weapon. The M&P from S&W comes in both a regular and compact model. The compact model is better for concealed carry, but the regular model works perfectly for home […] More

While most wouldn’t point to STI as their chosen manufacturer for carry or defense firearms, the STI Tactical delivers in both of those categories. While it looks and acts like a 1911, it is really a 2011. This means that it is a doublestack variant of the classic design.   The Tactical also comes with […] More

This pistol is designed to adapt to any foreseeable purpose you can imagine. The FN FNX-45 Tactical comes with a 5.3 inch threaded barrel, high-rise three-dot sights, a durable steel slide, and many more facets. All of the controls are also designed to be ambidextrous as well. While it is a large gun for a […] More

While we’re on the subject of the compatibility between 1911 pistols and .45 caliber rounds, the Wilson Combat Classic also combines these two into one simple package. Every inch of this handgun is constructed to strict and high-quality specifications, delivering excellent performance and reliability.  While most 1911 guns are known for their finnicky nature when […] More

Ruger has provided an affordable option for those seeking the classic combination of a 1911 and .45 caliber power. It doesn’t skimp on quality however, despite its more affordable pricing. The Ruger SR1911 also retains the classic 1911 shape and style for those looking for that classic aesthetic. The gun comes with an eight-round magazine, […] More