While filming for the Speed Ledge review I shared yesterday, I captured this neat shot using the Sony NEX FS700 camera. The footage from which I snagged this image was captured at 960 frames per second. Not fast enough to watch the projectile travel (many rounds generate muzzle velocities in excess of 1,500 feet per second—over 1,000 miles per hour). What do you think, did I … [Read more...]
What's your favorite pocket pistol? The Springfield XD-S line has quickly risen in my list of preferred concealed carry pistols due to their small frame, with surprisingly manageable recoil. I've reviewed both the 3.3" barrel XD-S pistols in 9mm and .45 cal. However, in the past year, Springfield has released new options for their single stack pocket pistols, the XD-S 4.0. … [Read more...]
Last week, Springfield Armory issued a voluntary recall for both the 9mm and .45 ACP model XD-S pistols (note: no XD or XDM pistols are included in the recall, only the 3.3" single stack XD-S pistols). If you, or someone you know, has an XD-S, here's some more info on the Springfield XD-S recall to determine what guns are being recalled, and what to do with them. What's … [Read more...]
