Now here’s one of those products that was certainly expected at some point but one that really does fit this category well.  Personally, I’m not really sure how this product would even help a majority.  Marketed as a product that will help build finger dexterity and muscle memory, it is likely it will truly be effective.  All guns are different in every aspect, including trigger pull, weight, action, etc.  You are better off just getting much cheaper snap caps and practicing with your very own pistol without worrying about damaging the firing pin or any other component.  For an even more realistic experience with trigger control, you can use products such as the SureStrike Laser Bullet.  I’d buy a rubber-band gun before I would buy this overpriced product.  Heck, it looks like one.

Source:  AmmoLand

There is no pistol more respected for its power and one that is more likely on the very top of a gun enthusiasts wish list than the Magnum Research .50 caliber Desert Eagle.  Well, maybe there is.  How about a gold one?  I know of a few people who have always wanted one of these but just couldn’t afford it or couldn’t even find one available at its true selling price.

The next best thing is a video and here is yet another for you to drool over.  I will admit and say that this guy did annoy me quite a bit upon first playback for very obvious reasons.  However, after viewing it back again a few more times, this guy deserves much respect for his ability to handle this particular pistol so well.  This was clear not only in the highly precise and consistent shots at a distance, but also apparent with just how comfortably he is able to rapid fire such a high caliber round upon impulse, even with just one hand!  I say this because I have seen people shoot these many times at the range over the years.  It is honestly quite scary and let’s just say that I immediately ask for another lane if I see one.

I personally don’t like gold myself but a handgun with this finish is just something you must have…period.  It is obvious this guy is Russian and perhaps he was mistaken when mentioning how expensive this pistol can be in this unique finish, but I will say he is way off.  This pistol does not cost $7,000.  Yes, the Desert Eagle in .50 caliber does not come cheap, but it can be found for as low as $1,000 if you are a smart shopper and typically averages around $1,500.  These are prices from only reliable sources and/or sellers.  The gold version of this pistol is going to cost much more but I have found both the 24K gold and Titanium Gold models selling for as low as $1,800 brand new.

Source:  Weapon-Blog

Here’s another topic most don’t think about or discuss much.  It is sure an interesting one that will have many different opinions from responsible gun owners.  Personally, I would not carry my pistol on a first date…period.  You just don’t know what to expect and the last thing you want is to unnecessarily freak that girl out for absolutely no reason.  This is important if it is someone you really do like and are quite interested in.  If things get more serious, then a discussion on guns is something you will need to eventually address.

Every now and then, I’ll get a request to my email or Facebook page about advice for how to carry while going on dates. This is part one of the series, and I’ll be writing part 2 of the series next week. Prior to a couple of years ago, I hadn’t needed to think about dating and packing, until I suddenly plunged into the dating pool again in a new city, leading to several lessons learned about carrying a firearm and going on dates. The questions we usually get here at Gun Nuts are along the lines of “how to carry”, “should I carry”, “what about booze”, and most importantly “what happens during rumpus time?”

For the record, all the advice contained in this post is derived from personal anecdotes, either mine or those of my friends, etc. Always, always make sure you’re in compliance with local laws, ordinances, etc. Which leads me to the very first observation:

Source:  GunNutsMedia via Gunup

I’m not sure what I missed here based on the so-called “re-introduction” of this pistol, but it is certainly one I never new even existed nor do I have knowledge of the company and/or brand itself.  Perhaps it is simply a case of poor marketing.  Regardless of the fact, this pistol appears to be a possible choice for those that want to carry a very small and light pistol but on a very tight budget.  When looking at its design, I can’t help but notice just how similar it is to two known and popular pocket pistols on the market today.  It appears to be a blend between the design of the Kel-Tec P-3AT and the quality of the Ruger LCP.  It just looks too damn similar in comparison and this is the best way I can describe it.  The Hellcat is also a very inexpensive .380 pocket pistol and its price tag is as low as what you can get a Kel-Tec P-3AT for.  Upon further research, I found a few things that are a bit of a concern though.  One of them happens to be the fact that they clearly mention the type of ammo that they recommend and even go as far as the exact brand and bullet weight used when testing reliability.  I don’t know but personally, I find that itself a red flag.  However, I will not be quick to judge here, as I have never heard nor shot one of these.  With that said, does anyone own one of these?  If so, what is your experience with it so far?

Source:  AmmoLand

This, my friends, is what can possibly be the ultimate handgun for hardcore enthusiasts.  I almost wet my pants when I discovered this and especially when it is a real product and not just a concept anymore.  No, this is no photoshop mockup and not one of those products that get tied up in design and manufacturing issues where it eventually ends up just another teaser for many.  This is real and in fact, I have even researched it enough where I have found not only some of those infamous blurry phone cam pics of the actual product, but managed to briefly chat with someone who was lucky enough to get some hands-on time with it.  In fact, even before I was able to post this, it even caught the attention of the mainstream media, including sources and major networks known for their ignorance and anti-gun rhetoric.

The AF2011-A1 from Arsenal Firearms is the first ever double barrel and double trigger 1911-style handgun to apparently hit the market.  To accommodate this bold design, the handgun features a specially designed magazine capable of feeding the two rounds.  Another nice thing to note is that this handgun has standard components and/or parts, allowing you to replace or modify them with your common and readily available Colt 1911 parts.

Now, before some of you get too excited, there are a couple of important things to note here.  First off, having the ability to fire two rounds simultaneously means that it can indeed be classified as a Class 3 weapon or “machine gun”.  There has been a lot of debate from what I’ve gathered but now that it appears to be officially released, this is indeed the case.  With that said, not many will obviously be able to purchase it…at least one of the models.  I say this because Arsenal Firearms will work around this obstacle by providing two versions of the “Second Century” pistol, one of which will sport two independent triggers and another which has two triggers that will be permanently joined in design to allow one smooth pull in order to fire off those two powerful .45 caliber rounds.  The second thing to note is obviously just how expensive this handgun will be.  Don’t expect to pay $1,000 or less for this pistol.  Claiming ten years in the making in order to perfect and make such a product actually a reality, expect to pay a hefty price for one.  You might have to sell all or most of your gun collection just to get one!

More info can be found on their website.  I tried really hard, including some attempts to contact them directly. However, I was unable to get a true release date nor an idea on its price tag.  In the meantime, drool over some more pics on their website and if you do plan on getting a hold of one, I hope you have some large hands to comfortably wrap them around this much firepower.

Found this article and this is actually a very interesting question.  I never actually thought about this much.  Personally, I don’t see a need, as I have guns all over my place and all within reach.  In addition, it just doesn’t make sense if you are awake and not sleeping or in any vulnerable state.  I would be quite shocked actually if many do indeed carry at home most of the time though.

It is nothing new for those with Concealed Carry Licenses to have a gun strapped on when you leaving the house to go about your day to day business. What about when you are at home? Do you carry?

In recent years home invasions have become increasingly common. There are many of these homes that have legally owned guns but they did not have them close enough to defend themselves from the invading criminals. It is a good practice and common to store all of your guns in your gun safe until you need them for your next hunt or range trip. What about when you need your gun the most?

According to DOJ statistics, 1 in 5 homes will experience a home invasion. The DOJ also reports that during these home invasions 38% of all assaults and 60% of rapes occur.

Is it a common sight in your home for at least one person to be wearing a gun? Personally in my house it is. It is even uncommon for me to walk outside without having a gun with me. No, I’m not paranoid, but being an Eagle Scout I still try to live by the Boy Scout Motto, “Be prepared”. Being that I do live in the country, one of the reasons I carry in and around the house is not only for in the event of a home invasion but also for dangerous animals that have made a few appearances on my property. Would you rather be armed with a shovel or a gun if you come across a group of copperheads, rattlesnakes or even the occasional coyote?

Source:  TypicalShooter via Gunup

This is, for the most part, very true.  I love 1911′s and they are my very favorite handguns.  However, anyone who tells you they carry one comfortably as if it was not there is simply full of it.  It is just not a pistol most will be able to carry…period.

Until very recently all real gunfighters and all gun writers carried a government model 1911 (5″ barrel) when they went jogging, took a shower, worked in the garden… whatever.

Over the past few years many trainers and gun writers have finally admitted to carrying smaller guns like j-frame’s, any number of polymer pistols and one of the better know media personalities even admits to carrying a .380 Ruger LCP.  Their reasons for carrying these smaller gun are as varied as their carry pistols and include weight, reliability, thickness, capacity, caliber, tactics, et cetera… but

• With a good belt and holster the weight of a pistol doesn’t bother me too much, but I can see how a 41oz all steel gun could become a drag.
• A cared for fighting 1911 should be as reliable as anything else.
• A 1911 is considered a thin gun, thinner than my Glock anyway.
• A 8 shot 1911 is a little low on capacity, but holds more BB’s than my PM9 or D-frame Colt
• A .45 is a good cartridge and I have a 1911 in my preferred 9mm (although in a commander length)

One of the primary reasons I don’t carry a government model 1911 is the length of the slide.

Many experienced CCW’ers are thinking…

Source:  BalloonGoesUp

I told my wife: when you finally make the decision to start carrying I will support you 100 percent. When she decided that 2012 was her year of the gun, I was ecstatic. Until I found out that my beloved Ruger LCR wasn’t really “mine” in the strict sense of the word. With my backup gun having abandoned me for two X chromosomes, I looked around for a replacement. For the sake of ammo compatibility with my main gun I decided to investigate sub compact .45s. After days of research and fondling at the local gun stores, a dealer offered me a Kahr PM45 for a price I couldn’t refuse . . .

Source:  TruthAboutGuns