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Classic Insights - Handguns

Best Firearms Training Accessories In 2024

Shooting is a perishable skill that must be continuously developed and maintained by training regularly with your firearms. Whether you're dry firing at home or running shooting drills on the range, there are many purpose-built accessories designed to augment your practice sessions and maximize results. 

Mar 30, 2024 | General , Long Guns , Handguns | 6 min read

Top 5 Full Size Semi-Auto Pistols

Full size pistols generally offer better ergonomics, increased capacity, and a longer sight radius for more accurate shot placement. Consequently, they are without a doubt the most popular handguns for home defense, competition, and duty use. In today's blog, we're sharing our picks for the top 5 full size semi-auto pistols of 2024.

Mar 29, 2024 | General , Handguns | 4 min read

EDC Basics: Transitioning From Iron Sights To A Red Dot

For those who learned to shoot a handgun using iron sights, making the switch to a carry optic can feel a lot like buying an automatic transmission after exclusively driving stick. There are obvious advantages, but the transition involves building new muscle memory and overcoming a slight learning curve.

Mar 28, 2024 | General , Handguns | 4 min read

What Is The Safest Concealed Carry Position?

Strong side, cross draw, or appendix (AIWB) - which of these positions is the safest and most effective for concealed carry? This has been a point of contention between gun owners as well as firearms trainers and industry professionals for decades. In today's blog, we're discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each carry position to determine if one is truly superior for EDC.

Mar 22, 2024 | General , Handguns | 6 min read

Rifle, Pistol, Or Shotgun: Selecting The Right Firearm For Home Defense

In these uncertain times, the home is one of the few remaining places where American families can truly feel safe. Protecting that sense of peace and security is imperative, as is selecting the appropriate rifle, pistol, or shotgun to defend it with. 

Mar 18, 2024 | General , Long Guns , Handguns | 5 min read

EDC Basics: Tactical Lights On Carry Guns

A pistol-mounted weapon light offers shooters a distinct tactical advantage in low-light settings, allowing for positive target identification and potentially even disorienting armed attackers. In today's blog, the Classic Firearms team will explore the pros and cons of tactical lights for civilian EDC before offering our opinion concerning their practicality in 2024.

Mar 14, 2024 | General , Handguns | 4 min read

Are Smith & Wesson 3rd Gen Pistols The Most Collectible Metal Frame Semi-Autos?

Hailing from the era of metal frame Wonder Nines, Smith & Wesson's 3rd Gen handguns are among the most iconic hammer fired semi-auto pistols ever created. Smith & Wesson developed dozens of variants for the popular 5900 and 4500 series, ranging from practical to niche and even a little weird - which also makes these pistols insanely collectible in today's market.

Mar 13, 2024 | General , Handguns | 3 min read

Top 5 Micro Compact Pistols For Spring Concealed Carry

With the cold winter months finally behind us, many shooters are choosing to wear lighter clothing and selecting a micro compact EDC pistol to match. Guns like the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus, the Glock 43X, and the Sig Sauer P365X Macro offer excellent capacity and conceal well under a lightweight short-sleeve tee shirt.

Mar 13, 2024 | General , Handguns | 4 min read

Springfield's TRP 1911: A Triumphant Return To Form

Don't call it a comeback! Springfield's iconic 1911 TRP pistol is now available in several updated tactical models, packed full of features that are designed to meet the rigorous demands of elite law enforcement professionals and competitive shooters alike.

Mar 11, 2024 | General , Handguns | 2 min read

Did Sig Just Drop A Double Stack 1911?

This week, Sig Sauer announced a brand new line of updated, optics-compatible 1911 handguns.  Everything about the 1911 X Series pistol exudes quality and precision craftsmanship, from the slimline G10 grips to the serrated flat trigger. In fact, the only development that could excite us more would be the announcement of a double stack 9mm model.

Mar 07, 2024 | General , Handguns | 3 min read

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