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S&W 45 Shield vs 9mm Shield: Recoil and Capacity Trade-OffsThe Smith & Wesson Shield range has long appealed to people seeking a slim, easily carried semi-automatic pistol. The .45 ACP and 9mm versions share the same…
Finding the model number and serial date on a Smith & WessonIdentifying a Smith & Wesson firearm accurately starts with two separate pieces of information: the model designation and the serial number. The model…
Choosing a Smith & Wesson Snub-Nose Revolver for ConcealmentSmith & Wesson’s compact revolvers have long appealed to people who value simple controls, a compact profile and dependable operation. Their small frames can…
Choosing Between A Holster And A Magazine Pouch For Your M&PAn M&P pistol setup is easier to plan when each accessory has a clearly defined job. A holster supports and protects the firearm, while a magazine pouch…
Why The S&W Model 10 Is Still A Solid Police Trade-InThe Smith & Wesson Model 10 has earned its reputation through decades of service rather than marketing hype. Its simple double-action mechanism, six-shot…
Cleaning Your S&W Rifle After a Wet Hunting TripA wet hunt can leave an S&W rifle carrying more than visible water. Moisture can settle beneath the handguard, around the action, inside the bore, under the…
Choosing Smith & Wesson Sights For Australian ConditionsThe right sight can make a Smith & Wesson firearm easier to aim, faster to align and more consistent in changing light. A factory white-dot setup may be…
S&W 380 Bodyguard vs. Ruger LCP: pocket pistol face-offSmall semi-automatic pistols chambered in .380 ACP, also known as 9mm Short or 9x17mm, occupy a distinct niche. The Smith & Wesson 380 Bodyguard and Ruger LCP…
How to Break In a New Smith & Wesson Performance Center RevolverA new Smith & Wesson Performance Center revolver deserves a measured start. These revolvers are often built with refined actions, adjustable sights,…
The Best S&W Grips for Large Hands: Wood, Rubber, or G10Large hands can make a standard Smith & Wesson grip feel cramped, especially when the little finger hangs below the frame or the trigger finger lands too far…