Month: July 2012

The Best Handguns For Concealed Carry

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GrabAGun has great deals on semi-auto handguns and ammo for sale. In honor of these great deals, I thought I would spend some time discussing concealed carry weapons. Everyone seems to have an opinion on this topic. I’ve put a few of my favorite concealed carry weapons below.

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Kahr CM9

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I’ll start with a good economical choice: the Kahr CM9. I know what you are going to say. When buying an item to protect yourself and your family, saving money is not the best thing to go on. But this is a very solid 9mm pistol that holds 6 rounds and has a 3 inch barrel. The CM9 is super light at 15.9 ounces. It has a longer trigger pull for extra safety in this conceal carry weapon. That being said, it really is a good value if budget is an issue for you.

Smith & Wesson Shield


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A new player in the concealed carry weapons market is the Smith & Wesson Shield. In early April 2012, Smith and Wesson announced and released a new M&P pistol. This is an ideal concealed carry weapon. Not only does it have a 3.1-inch barrel, but it also has an 8-round capacity. The other feature that makes this pistol superior to many other concealed carry weapons is that it is less than an inch thick. The S&W Shield weighs in around 19 ounces so it is very easy to conceal. This is a great shooting pistol that comes in both 9mm and .40. The only issue with this pistol is your ability to purchase one! They should become easier to find later in the year, but right now they are few and far between.

Springfield Armory XDS


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The final concealed carry weapon I would like to highlight is the 2012 offering from Springfield Armory, the XDS. The Springfield Armory XDS is around 1-inch thick with a 3.3-inch barrel. It’s roughly the same size as the Shield but weighs slightly more at 21.5 ounces. The two great features of this pistol are the fiber optic front sight and the fact that it is a .45! This pistol shoots as well as a full size Springfield Armory XDM with a trigger that feels very similar to its larger XDM brother. In my opinion, the XDS is the ultimate concealed carry weapon.

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Since we are all different shapes and sizes with different shooting preferences, what works for me may not work for you. Before making your final decision on a concealed carry weapon make sure you like the way the weapon looks, feels, and shoots. Go to GrabAGun for the best handguns, .45 ACP ammo, and holsters for sale today! Want to keep up with our gun store news? Go to GrabAGun.com to sign up for The Freedom Team Newsletter for daily gun and ammo deals.

Which is Better? Online Vs. Local Gun Stores

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GrabAGun is an online gun shop and a local gun store.

There is a lot of debate as to which is the best place to purchase a firearm. Should you go to one of the many online gun shops or one of your local gun stores?  This seems to be a fairly polarizing argument that should be examined further. Since we started both as a local gun store and are now primarily an online gun shop, we thought we would take a look at this argument.

I think the optimal place to purchase a firearm is not as cut and dry as most people think and everyone should be asking themselves several questions before moving forward with their next purchase.

What To Consider When Buying a Gun

1) Have you ever seen or held this firearm prior to making this purchase? It is a good idea to have seen or shot a firearm prior to buying. This will save you a lot of headache and disappointment from buying guns that you don’t really like. Your best bet for a good deal is to browse the local gun stores and gun shows to try and put your hands on the gun before making a purchase. Then compare the prices online to make sure you are getting a good enough deal.

2) Have you looked at all the costs associated with purchasing the firearm? Whether you are looking local or at online gun shops you need to make sure you take into account sales tax, credit card fees, FFL transfer fees and shipping costs. Many online gun shops have great prices but then have hidden credit card fees. Similarly your local gun store will quote you cash prices that do not take into account sales tax. It’s always good to make sure you see every fee up front before making your decision.

3) How quickly do you want this firearm? In a lot of cases you would think your local gun store is the obvious place to go for this. But if you consider that many online gun shops have a much more comprehensive selection of firearms you might be much better off buying online. You should also look at the shipping times for each of the online gun shops to make sure you have an exact understanding of how long it will take to receive your firearm. Make sure you have them quote your shipping times up front!

Shopping at GrabAGun

Purchasing firearms from GrabAGun is an easy and fun experience. If you take your time and ask plenty of questions up front you should have a much more enjoyable experience. Have a question? Make sure you reach out to our knowledgeable customer service team to ensure you get what you need. Shop all handguns or rifles in various brands such as Ruger, Winchester, Remington, or Glock at GrabAGun today!