Staccato has announced their HD pistols, in either 4.0 or 4.5 inch barrel configurations. These 2011s feature a number of key features: This looks like a nice set of features. I’m not certain whether removing the grip safety is an improvement or not; I’ve shot a lot of 2011, and never had problems with grip […]
Heckler & Koch has introduced their A1 evolution of the VP9 platform. It features a better trigger and a grip without finger grooves. Additionally, modular grip panels allow length of pull adjustment. At one time I carried a VP9. This was the original style with the paddle mag release — which I happen to like. […]
Kriss has announced their Kymera DA/SA pistol (link goes to a email signup page to get more info at launch), which they’ll debut at Shot 2025 next week. This is a modular pistol with a number of different grip sizes, plus potentially other features. Pictures show without a mounting rail for lights, but I would […]
I am not a big fan of plate mounting options for optics on pistols. I don’t think they’re as robust as they should be, often due to poor thread engagement of the screws, and due to minimal mechanical interface between the slide and the optic. In addition, plate mounts typically push the optic up enough […]
Ruger has announced their Gen3 compatible pistol, the RXM. The Glock clone market might be a little crowded, but Ruger thinks they have something to offer with an interchangeable fire control unit (insert), a Magpul grip module, and direct mount optic capability. MSRP is $499, and I expect street prices significantly less than that. I’ll […]
Wilson Combat has a new “Division 77” series of pistols, with the Project 1 being the first release. Here is the information they provided: Introducing Project 1—where precision engineering meets unrivaled performance. Designed to be the ultimate solution for speed, accuracy, and reliability. This revolutionary unveiling of a new standard for Wilson Combat adorns an […]
Springfield has released a compact version of their Echelon. This pistol has a 4 inch barrel, and comes with both a flush-fit 15-round magazine and an extended 18-round mag. I know when I carry a compact pistol, I prefer to carry a larger spare magazine. From the promotional image, it looks like this pistol is […]