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Gun Tests Magazine Ammunition Testing ProtocolGunReports.com publishes the detailed ammo-testing protocol from Gun Tests magazine, the most commonly requested addition to Gun Tests coverage. Gun Tests' focus is on performance before the bullet hits the target. 'We realize that results from our test gun can’t be extrapolated to every possible gun readers might own, we wanted to test ammunition in a fashion most consumers would be able to duplicate, and in fact, should conduct on their own. But our framework can potentially save you money and time by narrowing the list of candidates you might try in your own gun, and you can also follow our system to see if a given round performs for you like it did for us.
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Featured Pistol
Sig Sauer 1911 C3 No. 19GS0031 45 ACP
From the 02-01-2009 Issue of Gun TestsClassification:Handguns
Category:Pistols
Model Name:1911 C3
Manufacturer:SIG Arms
Model Number:No. 19GS0031
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In the opinion of many experienced shooters, the 45 Auto is the caliber of choice in self-defensive pistols. However, most of these guns, like the classic 1911 Colt, are big and heavy. Therefore, they often get left behind for a lighter piece, which generally is of lower power. If you still want the power of a 45, why not go to a smaller and lighter gun? Some of us had come to believe the Colt CCO was the finest 45 available. However, the last version of it, called the Gunsite number O9840CGP, is now discontinued. But fear not, the Sig Sauer 1911 C3 is here, and is an even better, more refined version of the CCO. And it’s cheaper.
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Featured Specialty_handgun
Ruger 50th Year New Model Blackhawk Flat Top, $583
From the 06-01-2006 Issue of Gun TestsClassification:Handguns
Category:Specialty_handguns
Model Name:New Model Blackhawk Flat Top
Manufacturer:Ruger
Model Number:50th Year
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The all-steel Ruger flat top 50th Year Blackhawk had remarkably clean lines and comfortable Colt-size grips. The Micro sight didn't need to be touched. The Ruger laid 'em in there a touch better than two others, and looked great doing it. The front of the cylinder was beveled to ease holstering.
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Featured Pistol
Smith & Wesson M&P #209001 9mm - Gun Tests Pistol of the Year
From the 05-01-2009 Issue of Gun TestsClassification:Handguns
Category:Pistols
Model Name:M&P 9
Manufacturer:Smith & Wesson
Model Number:#209001
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Our first impression of the $679 S&W M&P 9mm was that it felt extremely comfortable in the hand. It was well balanced, not too heavy—at least without a magazine full of 17 heavy-bullet loads—and was pleasantly devoid of extraneous controls and levers. We note S&W also sells a version with a thumb safety, along with a host of variants in 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP, and with longer or shorter barrels or grips, and in a variety of colors. One even has a pink grip insert. Our test gun came in a large case with two different grip inserts to make the handle larger or smaller. We liked it as it was, so we left it alone.
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