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The Big Hitters of Handgun Hunting

The right bullet loaded in the right big-bore handgun can deliver the news to even the biggest game with just as much authority as a rifle.

Hardware: Ruger Mark IV Hunter

A variation of the Ruger Standard, the Mark IV Hunter features stainless metalwork with a handsome, brushed satin finish, and a 7-inch bull barrel with six flutes. It's fitted with iron sights, but it's drilled and tapped for optics.

New for 2019: Kimber Rapide 10mm

Built with Kimber-style quality and attention to detail, the new Rapide sports gnarly G10 grips, lightening cutouts in the slide that speed up cycle time and a 5-inch barrel.

First Look: Ruger GP100 7-Shot Revolver

Ruger's new GP100 seven-shot revolver puts smooth, well-balanced firepower in your hands for almost any backcountry ruckus.

Federal Premium Vital-Shok

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

Can You Hunt With It? Heckler & Koch HK45

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

Top 5 Hunting Handguns Under $1,000

Custom, tricked-out handguns are great, but all you really need can be found in these basic hunters.

2019 Hunting Handgun of the Year: Taurus Raging Hunter

Taurus makes its dedication to the hunting market more obvious than ever with the release of its Raging Hunter. Although “raging” is in its name, this .44 Mag. will make many hunters happy with its features and performance.

New for 2020: Ruger-57

Chambered in the high-performance, low-recoiling 5.7x28mm caliber, this ergonomic, smooth shooting and accurate handgun is as full-featured as they come.

HatsanUSA Announces Riptor Pistol

HatsanUSA has announced the arrival of its new Riptor, a CO2-powered, semi-automatic BB pistol.

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