Tangling with the trigger

Pocket pistols of the old west Tangling With The Trigger By Roy Huntington [AHMJ10_TrggrPrss_800 image]( If you ask a shooter what’s most important about shooting; what does it take to actually hit the target, they’ll likely say, “Sight picture and trigger squeeze.” But they’re wrong. How’s that again? [READ NOW]( Pocket Pistols Of The Old West By Alan Garbers [G0723-POCKET-3 image]( In the wild regions of the west, packing a big-bore full-frame pistol was important but carrying a weapon in many growing towns and cities was prohibited. More often than not, weapons were smaller and hidden from view. Then, like now, a small pocket pistol was preferred and the public had plenty to choose from — good, bad and ugly. [READ NOW]( JUST PUBLISHED — Shooting Iron Thumb Bustin' Musings From The Duke A complete collection of “Duke” Venturino’s Shooting Iron column originally published in American Handgunner magazine from 2005 through 2024. His hometown and friendly style won the hearts of tens of thousands, and he always had a kind word or short note for everyone who reached out to him. In life, Duke was the same as he was in print — honest, capable, a friend to all, decent, quick to shake a hand — and even faster to grin at you. You always felt better after being with Mike. Enjoy this collection and think about the kind man who wrote it all. [BUY NOW FROM FMG STORE]( Also available from Amazon! #1 New Release [BUY NOW FROM AMAZON]( Fixed Or Not? By Clint Smith [HMJ07-REALITY-4 image]( It’s a wise owl who recognizes that a positive way to get hits on a target is to look at the bumpy thing on the front of the barrel. But which bumpy-things are best? [READ NOW]( Martial Cane Concepts By Michael Janich [GCA10-24-Cane-hook-collarbone image]( Reality-Based Cane Tactics For Personal Defense The cane is an incredibly potent weapon and, in many ways, the ultimate “PC” defensive tool. When powered by a sound, realistic system of tactics, it can be an excellent — and life-long — personal-defense companion. [READ NOW]( Get An Official American COP Knife SAVE 50%! [COP_knife_closed image]( Add an official American COP knife to your EDC gear. The drop point blade with smooth and serrated edge adds versatile cutting capabilities. Handy ambidextrous thumb stud makes for easy right- or left-hand opening. Textured scales, liner lock and rugged pocket clip make this knife a must-have for daily carry. Originally $36 — Get yours now ONLY $18! Includes FREE Shipping (Delivery in U.S. only) [ORDER NOW]( Watch For More Carry Option Ideas! Thank you for reading American Handgunner and GUNS Magazine content. Ashley McGee Digital Content Editor carryoptions@fmghq.com Copyright © 2024 FMG Publications. All Rights Reserved.   [americanhandgunner.com]( [gunsmagazine.com]( FMG Publications | 225 W Valley Parkway, Suite 100 | Escondido, CA 92025 US [Unsubscribe]( | [Update Profile]( | [Constant Contact Data Notice]( [Constant Contact](