Mounting a red dot on your handgun doesn’t have to be a guessing game. In this episode of American Handgunner Insider, Tom McHale takes a close look at how Night Fision is solving two of the biggest challenges shooters face when going optics-ready:   1️⃣ Finding the right adapter plate – Night Fision makes high-quality stainless steel plates for popular handguns including GLOCK, SIG SAUER, CZ, and Springfield.   2️⃣ Getting a true co-witness – Their plate + sight combo kits are engineered for a clean one-third co-witness, so your backup irons are always right where you need them—without blocking your optic.   We’ll walk through why optics make sense (especially as eyes change with age), the problems most shooters run into, and how Night Fision’s complete kits make installation simple, durable, and reliable.   👉 Explore Night Fision products: nightfision.com 👉 Subscribe to American Handgunner Insider for more gear insights and reviews.

Can you really trust what people say about handgun accuracy? In this episode of American Handgunner Insider, Tom McHale breaks down what “accuracy” actually means—and how to test it the right way. Using the legendary Ransom Rest, we’ll walk through: ✔️ What this machine actually does ✔️ How it removes human error ✔️ How to mount your pistol properly ✔️ Some of the new options available for Ransom Rests Whether you’re a gearhead, a 1911 lover, or just curious about what your pistol can really do at 25 yards, this is the series for you. 👉 Stay tuned—we’re heading to the range next to see how the Ed Brown 1911 and a snub-nose revolver perform.

The folks at Shadow Systems have a new pistol in their Elite series coming out in a couple of weeks. The CR920XL is a slender (about 1.07" at the grip) pistol, but thanks to its steel magazines, it still packs a 15+1 capacity. Virtually no shake and a tight lockup mean this pistol will shoot. We take it for a quick range trip to see what it will do. — Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our free American Handgunner Insider newsletter.

A Quick Insider Look at the SAR USA SAR9 SOCOM pistol... What's in the box? What are the basics? And most importantly, how does it shoot? Tom takes a look at this affordable pistol. 👉 Subscribe for more hands-on reviews and real-world insights —Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Is it finally possible to get a high-performing handgun without breaking the bank? In this episode of American Handgunner Insider, Tom McHale takes a close look at the PSA Dagger — Palmetto State Armory’s GLOCK-style pistol — and dives into why we’re living in a golden age of value guns (not just cheap ones). With impressive accuracy, solid features, and price tags that start under $300, this could change how you think about budget firearms. Tom shares range results, talks trigger feel, and explains what makes guns like the PSA Dagger and Rock 5.7 stand out in today’s market. If you’re looking for affordable carry options that actually perform, this is the video to watch. Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our free American Handgunner Insider newsletter.

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 at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Insider checks out the new iteration of the compact, single-action Smith & Wesson CSX — the 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. How does it shoot? We take it to the range to find out! -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Think gun rights are "safe" for the next four years? Think again. The biggest threats are at the state and sometimes local levels. Adam Kraut, executive director of the Second Amendment Foundation, joins American Handgunner Insider to explain why and what's being done about the risk. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Meet the patriot who single-handedly took on the ATF and launched the successful lawsuit against the bump stock ban. As if that wasn't enough, he was also front and center in the case against the ATF's war on FFL dealers. Whether or not you care about bump stocks, this story should concern you. Army vet and Texas gun store owner Michael Cargill shares the inside details.  -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

We've all done it. We line up the sights, prepare, press the trigger and ... BIG MISS! How did that happen? We explore the combination of physics and "freaking out" that is almost always the cause of those misses. While we’re at it, we’ll take a look at some cool trigger-management gear from the folks at Lyman. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

American Handgunner columnist Lindsey Bertomen joins Editor Tom McHale to discuss new handloading gear for 2025. Lindsey shares the details on a new Hornady electric case trimmer that promises to significantly speed up precision case trimming. He also discusses Frankford Arsenal and accessory press enhancements from Braggin Rights Precision Reloading. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Lt. Col. Allen West joins American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale to discuss the Second Amendment, gun rights as defined by the Constitution, and of course, guns — in particular, new models from the folks at WATCHTOWER Firearms. Made in Texas by veterans, the company produces AR rifles and some beautiful double-stack 9mm pistols. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Cowboy gun enthusiast Alan Garbers joins Tom McHale on Insider to look at the new line of Premier Series single-action revolvers from Pietta. With genuine bone case-hardening, these are beauties to look at! -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Join Tom McHale and Frank Jardim from American Handgunner Magazine as they delve into the details of the new Charter Arms Mag Pug .357 Magnum and 9mm combo revolver. In this SHOT Show episode, they discuss the affordability and practicality of this dual-caliber wheelgun, its unique engineering features, and how it compares to other revolvers.  Additionally, they showcase a groundbreaking 18-round speed loader by REV Industries, which offers innovative functionality for revolver enthusiasts. Stay tuned for an in-depth review and practical insights on these latest firearm advancements. 00:39 SHOT Show Highlights: Wheel Guns00:54 Charter Arms Magpug 357 Magnum and 9mm Combo02:03 Reloading and Affordability of Shooting03:29 Charter Arms Manufacturing and Design05:07 Magpug 9mm Cylinder Mechanics13:59 Honey Badger Ammunition Performance18:31 Rev Industries 18-Round Speed Loader -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Tom McHale talks with WOFT's Philip Toppino about what self-defense encounters actually look like and how you can best prepare your family to avoid, and when necessary, overcome criminal encounters. From everyday scenarios to active shooting events, there's much to learn. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

Tom McHale talks with Joe Kurtenbach of BANISH Suppressors about one of the hottest new products for 2025 — the BANISH 9K suppressor. 3D-printed from titanium, this suppressor is so light it doesn't even need a booster to function properly with pistols. This amazing 9mm silencer is rated for full-auto use and will even work with .300 Blackout subsonic. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

The folks at Premier Body Armor have come up with something, well, kind of amazing: a soft body armor undershirt with shockingly thin front and back panels. Thanks to its ultra-thin panels, this compression-style T-shirt is near invisible under regular clothes. It offers Level IIIA ballistic protection, which includes calibers up to .44 Magnum and 12 gauge shotguns. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

It's time for the annual cornucopia of guns and gear called SHOT Show. Here's a quick look at what's coming to the event and some of the new products we'll see. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

The folks at Ruger have launched a collaborative gun that is nothing if not customer-friendly. Together with the team at Magpul, they've created the RXM modular pistol with a replaceable frame and GLOCK 3 compatibility. Designed for personalization and customization, the aggressive price point leaves room in the budget! -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters

American Handgunner and GUNS Magazine writer Dr. Will Dabbs joins this episode to discuss a recent story, "The Guns Of Alcatraz." The infamous federal prison, from which no successful escape has been documented, housed a veritable armory, both to control the 300+ worst-of-the-worst prisoners and to prevent a possible jailbreak invasion. -- Get more exclusive online content delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our FREE American Handgunner Insider newsletter at www.americanhandgunner.com/newsletters