Number 5— The Glock 26 The Glock 26 is a tried and true work horse. Does it have great sights from the factory? Nope! However, you can buy them with Glock factory night sights that aren't bad or pick up a Talo edition with night sights for a reasonable price. Does it have a great trigger from the factory? No! However, great shooters don't need great triggers, they just … [Read more...]
Upon hearing about my fellow TAG team member Brian's article titled "Do All Roads Lead to Glock?," I knew with absolute certainty I had to present the other half of the argument and be that guy—the Glock hater. I'm tired of shootists perpetually singing the praises of this platform—it's the ultimate in reliability, they're inexpensive, all the pros use them—and I intend to call … [Read more...]
The ETS Group has released new Glock magazines that are made of a clear polymer material and are legal for both recreational and competitive shooters. ETS is short for Elite Tactical Systems, they are a Knoxville, Tennessee based manufacturer of polymer magazines for two of the most popular weapons systems in the United States, the Glock pistol and the AR-15 rifle. The ETS … [Read more...]
Why carry two guns? Truthfully, most of my friends think carrying one gun is weird enough. If they only knew that I carry two, it’d blow their minds. I’m sure I’d be immediately categorized as over-the-top-crazy by some and just plain paranoid by others. Still, the question of why I do carry two guns is a valid one. Although it is a minute possibility, the reason I carry … [Read more...]
Both the concealed carry and competition markets understand belts and holsters are important kit. As a reviewer, you can feel bombarded with holsters, belts, and various mundane accouterments. The result: we tend to find a holster that we like and a belt that works and steer clear of reviewing the next kydex or nylon sensation around the corner. However, High Threat … [Read more...]
For Marine special operators, the never-ending debate over whether the 9mm or .45-caliber round is the more powerful bullet has been settled. Previously, the classic .45-caliber Colt 1911 was one of three pistols that Raiders were allowed to carry, but now the 9mm Glock 19 is the only pistol that Marine special operators can take into battle, said Maj. Nick Mannweiler, a … [Read more...]
