It was the best of handguns and the worst of handguns. It was a late 90’s vintage Ruger Vaquero in .45 Colt. Shiny and stainless steel with a 4 and 5/8-inch barrel and rich looking wooden grips, it was a true joy to see and handle. It was the kind of single-action revolver that heroes ...
When I first started buying brand new firearms, rather than the swapping and trading of used guns, I was quickly attracted to the quality of Ruger firearms. The lower prices of Ruger guns as compared to Smith & Wesson and Colt firearms was also a definite factor in choosing my purchase. One of the early ...
Stance. Breathing Control. Sight Picture. Trigger control. Follow through. Ultimately, time at the shooting range is about the fundamentals of shooting and hitting your target. While it’s more thrilling to shoot a larger caliber handgun, when it comes to hitting your target, you can’t beat a nice .22 cailber target pistol. You’ll find five major ...
Today, many shooters are focused on personal defense. They focus on military-style firearms and tactics against muggers, home invaders, zombies, and other threats. In a dangerous society, personal and home security is a serious issue. But, if fear and paranoia guide your shooting activities, you may be traveling a path that transforms you into a ...
Ruger revolvers are built like tanks. The GP 100 which I used was a 6 inch stainless steel model which is chambered for the .357 magnum / .38 special. It was one of the heavier revolvers I have handled. According to Ruger it has a “triple-locking cylinder which is locked into the frame at the ...
Concealed carry is becoming more and more popular in states all across the country, and for good reason; few things are as important as the safety of you and your loved ones. Deciding on what handgun to purchase can be a bit daunting to a first-time gun buyer, so hopefully this short list of quality ...
