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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.

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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.

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Although the majority of shooters choose to mount an optic on their AR-15, backup iron sights are still important to have in case your primary sighting system breaks or malfunctions. Here are the top five iron sights you should run on your AR-platform rifle in 2024.

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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.

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The AR-15 is unquestionably the most popular long gun sold in the U.S. market, with hundreds of variants available for purchase and incredibly robust aftermarket support. To help you choose which model to add to your collection, we're sharing our picks for the best AR-platform rifles on offer in 2024.

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While most shooters can easily grasp the fundamentals of loading / unloading a shotgun with a detachable box magazine, the same cannot always be said about shotguns with tubular magazines. Some tube-fed models feature a less-intuitive manual of arms than new gun owners are accustomed to, which can cause confusion and frustration at the range or in the field.

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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. 

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Given its ubiquitous global presence, the aftermarket support for AK-platform rifles is incredibly diverse and robust. Standard-capacity and extended magazines are available in a wide assortment of finishes, colors, and materials from a variety of manufacturers. The following are our picks for the best AK mags available in 2024.

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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.

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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.

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