“personal defense”

Trijicon has introduced its Credo and Credo HX 1-10x28mm riflescopes, utilizing a Brilliant Aiming Solution for any shooting scenario, from personal defense, to competition, to hunting.

From rifles and shotguns to pistols and revolvers, these eight sidearms will keep you safe when you’re far from help.

When hunters are toting their trusty bear-defense handguns outside of the backcountry, its often wise to change out ammunition—away from hard-nosed, monolithic rounds that focus primarily on penetrating thick skull plates and the like. Federal Premium is helping hunters do exactly that, with the addition of Personal Defense HST 357 Magnum and 327 Federal Magnum.

A chance to follow in his father’s footsteps on a moose hunt in Finland proved to be irresistible to the author, who may never have become a gunwriter without his father’s pioneering trip 33 years ago.

Available in handgun calibers popularly carried in the backcountry, Winchester's Big Bore ammo was designed to offer consistent expansion, massive energy deposit and most importantly, trusted functioning.

Despite the magnum moniker, the .327 Federal Magnum is a pleasure to shoot, giving it a lot of flexibility. It is a viable defensive cartridge, and in a hunting rifle, is a great choice for when shot distances are on the shorter end of the spectrum.

If you’re looking for a compact, quick and scope-sighted (or red dot) coyote/varmint/deer rifle or personal defense rifle, the Henry Long Ranger Express, chambered in .223 Remington, is worth a hard look.

The .30 Super Carry cartridge has been accepted for standardization by the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI).

The Taurus 856 has been a favorite for revolver fans, thanks to its small frame and reliable, smooth operation. The new 856 Executive Grade takes that same dependability and elevates it with several appearance and performance modifications.