American Handgunner

American Handgunner is a magazine that focuses on handguns and related activities in the United States, including handgun hunting, competitive shooting, reloading, and tactical knives. It is closely associated with Guns and American Cop. The magazine primarily features reviews of firearms, ammunition, knives, and shooting equipment. It also provides valuable insights on gunsmithing, historical topics, gun collecting, and self-defense, along with updates on gun rights. Each issue includes several highlighted articles and profiles of key figures in the firearms industry, as well as announcements about new products.

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24 Reasons To Love The Palmetto State Armory 5.7 Rock

1 week ago | americanhandgunner.com | Tom McHale

Palmetto State Armory’s budget-friendly pistol delivers low recoil, high fun and impressive accuracy. American Handgunner Insider explores the PSA 5.7 Rock — a real bargain for a pistol that punches well above its weight class. —Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our free American Handgunner Insider newsletter.
Sixgun Simulation - Playing Favorites

1 week ago | americanhandgunner.com | Jeff "Tank" Hoover

Imitation is the highest form of flattery. No truer words have ever been uttered when it comes to sixgunners. Simulation is a model mimicking the operation of an existing system. We imitate the guns, loads and leather of our idols for many reasons, mainly to experience what our mentors discovered firsthand. While walking the same footprints is impossible, trailing alongside their experiences for closer examination is the next best thing.
Cut Burned And Shot?

1 week ago | americanhandgunner.com | Clint Smith

In reality, firearms safety is probably an oxymoron when one discusses those everyday events called life. Firearms are, in fact, designed to do two things. One, to stop someone from attacking my family, my partner or myself. Two, to hunt or shoot something I intend to eat. The most logical place to apply safety correctly would be in the middle of a fight. If I can do it well there, I could do it anywhere else, at home or at the range.
Rock Solid: Why PSA’s 5.7 Pistol Is a Steal

2 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Tom McHale

After careful observation, I’ve come to the conclusion that rocks are not only useful, but also offer great value. Rocks are made in America, great for fun and recreation, and can serve admirably for self and home defense if you like. This one retails for just $499, but as I write this, it’s on sale for $399. You heard that right. The Palmetto State Armory 5.7 Rock pistol can be yours for less than 400 bucks. You’ll pay a little more for the optics-ready or threaded-barrel version.
One Of A Kind

2 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Dave Workman

The whole thing began as a kind of misunderstanding, I think, but it led to a lasting friendship and the ownership of a simply phenomenal pistol from the hands of a craftsman.
A Better Box for Pocket Pack Rats

2 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Jeff "Tank" Hoover

Pockets were the keepers of the sacred treasures we found as boys. It didn’t matter if we knew what the item was for or what function it served; if it looked interesting, we’d shove it in our pocket for closer examination at home. We’d usually forget about these treasures until our moms found them when going through our pockets while doing laundry.
Lee Precision Ram Swage Tool

2 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Roy Huntington

Reloading brass with crimped primer pockets? Roy Huntington shows how the Lee Precision Ram Swage tool makes the job fast, consistent, and frustration-free. Designed for use on any single-stage or turret press with 7/8″-14 threads, this tool eliminates the need for shell-holder swaps and makes primer pocket prep a breeze. If you’re processing surplus brass from military or law enforcement sources, this tool is a must-have for smoother priming and better reloads. Learn more at LeePrecision.com.
Steyr M1912

2 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Frank Jardim

By World War I, the early designers of semi-automatic pistols had overcome the initial ergonomic, caliber and reliability limitations that hampered their wide acceptance, and many practical models were in general use by civilian, police and military forces. The American .45 ACP caliber Colt Model 1911 and German 9x19mm caliber P-08 Luger are the most famous semi-automatics of this period on the military side.
Smith & Wesson CSX E Series Subcompact Pistol

2 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Tom McHale

A look at the new iteration of the compact, single-action Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series. Refined and improved, this compact handgun easily transitions from pocket wonder to full-size with 12, 15 and 17-round capacity configurations — in the box. —Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our free American Handgunner Insider newsletter.
Ed McGivern: “World’s Fastest Gun”

3 weeks ago | americanhandgunner.com | Jeff "Tank" Hoover

Between the great world wars and shortly after, Americans, more than at any other time, were entertained by and enjoyed firearms. Back then, guns were considered the basic tools they are, used for protection, hunting and recreation. It was common when having dinner guests or hosting holiday parties, for men to take guests to their gun rooms to show their guns. Warm weather events allowed for recreational shooting in the backyard, if possible.