“hunting handgun”

Handgun hunters looking for a bullet capable of deep penetration and effective expansion have a new option in Federal Premium's Vital-Shok.

In spite of the numerous developments in handgun cartridge technology over the last century, it seems that the John Browning designed .45 ACP is as valid and as ever, and we'd bet that assessment will be valid in another 100 years.

The editors of American Hunter have announced the recipients of our 2021 Golden Bullseye Awards.

Nosler is redefining handgun performance with its new Model 48 Nosler Custom Handgun, featuring match-grade components, a phenomenal stock design and a superior trigger. Hunters looking for an exceptionally accurate handgun that will stand the test of time need look no further.

A handgun does no good on a shelf back in camp. But the trouble is, handguns chambered for cartridges appropriate for wilderness protection and/or big-game hunting tend to be a bit heavy. It’s common enough to head into the hunt with good intentions, but after a few exhausting days when even your shoelaces become too heavy, you often find a reason to leave the handgun behind.

Semi-automatic and striker-fired, the P320-XTEN is extremely accurate, easy to shoot even with powerful 10mm loads and holds 15-plus-one rounds.

Every hunter should have a .22 LR handgun. You can shoot small game for the pot, rid the camp of pests and pass the midday doldrums plinking at makeshift targets. The new Smith & Wesson Victory semi-automatic is one of the best guns we've encountered for all these things.

Is the HK45 a reasonable choice for the deer woods? Contributor Jay Pinsky takes a closer look to find out.