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Handgun Reviews: Pistols & Revolvers

Discover Field & Stream's handgun reviews covering pistols and revolvers for hunting, competition, and defensive use. Our firearms experts test handguns for accuracy, reliability, ergonomics, and trigger quality. From compact carry pistols to powerful hunting revolvers, find comprehensive reviews that evaluate caliber options, capacity, safety features, and real-world performance to guide your handgun selection.

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The 8 Best Handguns for Hunting Hogs

By Richard Mann— June 15, 2024

The perfect pig-shooting handguns for just about any hunting situation

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The Million Dollar Luger Pistol

By Phil Bourjaily— June 15, 2024

This Luger Pistol is Rare and Worth a Bunch to Gun Collectors

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Hottest New Handguns From the 2025 SHOT Show

By Richard Mann— June 15, 2024

Check out the top new handguns for outdoorspeople, including big-bore revolvers, a feather-light rimfire, and the ultimate 1911

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Single Action vs Double Action Handguns

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Should you get a single action, double action, or double action only revolver or pistol? Our shooting editor beaks it all down

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The Best Handguns for Deer Hunting

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

If you ever wanted to tag a whitetail with a handgun, here are the best tools for the job

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The Best Self-Defense Handguns for Hunters to Carry in the Field

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

You’ll want to be packing one of these handguns (where legal) if you stumble onto an angry critter while scouting or bowhunting

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9mm Vs. 10mm: Which Handgun Should You Pack?

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

Sure the 10mm is more powerful. But for the majority of shooters, a 9mm handgun makes more sense

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Can’t Afford a Glock? Here Are Your Options

By Richard Mann— June 13, 2024

These polymer, striker-fired handguns might not be Glocks, but they still go bang when you pull the trigger

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Elmer Keith’s No. 5, The Greatest Custom Colt Revolver of All Time, is For Sale

By Matthew Every— June 13, 2024

Without a doubt, this famous handgun is set to command a high price at Rock Island’s upcoming auction

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The Best Air Pistols of 2024

By Joseph Albanese— June 13, 2024

Today’s best air pistols offer something for every shooter, no matter what your budget

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