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There are so many different compact pistols available. The long-overdue popularity of the 9mm revolver platform is a perfect example. However, there is always something to be said for distinct style. There is a stylish elegance about antique and vintage handguns that modern handguns rarely seem to match. These vintage and antique compact handguns should be on your radar if you appreciate old-school class. 9MM Revolver Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless The Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless is one of those rare combinations of impeccable form and function. In addition to its sleekly rounded art-deco design, the Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless is light and slim, making it comfortably concealable. These pistols are incredibly reliable, as many Colt 1903 and 1908 Pocket Hammerless models chambered in 32 ACP and 380 ACP still run like Swiss clocks after more than a century. FN Browning Model 1903 The next time you are browsing a trustworthy marketplace featuring new, vintage, and antique pistols for sa...

Historically, the backup gun has had to meet a number of requirements. Perhaps most importantly, it had to be small enough to carry comfortably and, as the last line of defense, it had to be trustworthy. Those conditions still apply. Even for those who do not carry or feel that they rely on a backup gun, a concealable and trustworthy handgun remains a valuable option for any firearm enthusiast. Good backup or concealable guns include revolver and semi-automatic models, both foreign—like the impressive Bersa 380 —and domestic. Maybe one of the following options is right for you.  9mm revolver Sleek and Smooth: SIG P230/P232 The SIG Sauer P230 was first designed in 1977 and produced for nearly 40 years. During that time, it earned a reputation for being reliable, accurate, and eminently concealable. It does not hurt that the SIG P230, and the SIG P232 that replaced it, were sleek and elegant guns, like a Walther PPK shaped in a wind tunnel. It was so reliable that the l...

Compact handguns have existed virtually since handguns have existed. Their purpose has remained largely the same since the earliest examples—a firearm that is comfortable to carry and more effectively concealed. However, as there are more models of compact firearms available than ever before, choosing the right one can be a challenge. Before you spring for that Kahr PM9 or Ruger LCR because of the rave reviews, there are a few things to consider. 9mm Revolver What Are the Benefits of Compact Handguns? The main benefits of compact handguns are their comfort and concealability. For people with smaller hands or physical issues affecting strength, compact guns are also often easier to operate. Modern technology and innovation also mean that compact models are no longer as limited by caliber size as they once were. You can now find compact handguns chambered in large calibers like 45 ACP and 357 Magnum. What Are the Challenges of Compact Handguns? Alternately, some people ...

Is a gun collection ever truly complete? Probably not, but unfortunately, you have limited space and resources. If you plan ahead of time, you can consolidate your collection and save up for that 9mm revolver you have had your eyes on. Parting with your guns can be challenging, but it is worth evaluating what you still use and what is just collecting dust. Finally buying that one piece you have had on your wish list for years makes it worth the challenge. Take these four steps to start consolidating and upgrading your collection. 9mm Revolver Free Up Crucial Space by Selling Unused Guns The biggest obstacle to growing your collections of guns is a lack of storage or display space. Step one of your upgrade process is freeing up space in your inventory. Take stock of your arsenal and find guns that might be redundant or underused. You might have six different hunting rifles but have only used two in the last few hunting seasons. Or you might find an old personal-carry pistol you have n...