Carrying a pocket pistol or a true backup gun means stripping things down to the fundamentals. You’re looking for... The post The best pistols for pocket carry and backup roles appeared first on The ...

Ruger's Light Carry (LC) series of semi-auto pistols has been quite successful over the last few years. In 2008, the company released the eminently pocketable polymer-framed LCP, chambered in .380 ACP ...

In the world of concealed carry, pocket pistols have found a significant niche, combining discretion and readiness to suit those looking for an efficient self-defense option. As the industry of ...

If you need a compact, small caliber semi-automatic handgun, the pocket pistol is the way to go. Designed for concealed carry in either the front or back pocket of your pants, the pocket pistol is a ...

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At one point in time, we were all dismissive about the .380 as a viable defensive cartridge. If you had asked me 15 years ago if the 380 was a good choice for a defensive cartridge, I would have said, ...

.380 pocket pistols are incredibly easy to conceal, and this is what is largely attributed to their long time popularity in the United States. The .380 ACP semi-automatic pistol is one of the most ...

I tested the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0, a palm-sized 12+1 380 Auto pistol that weighs less than 10 oz. This gun looked and operated like a miniaturized M&P 2.0, one of the most comfortable duty ...

The best gun for self-defense is always the one you have immediate access to. In the concealed carry world, that firearm is typically a semi-automatic handgun due to its high magazine capacity, ...