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The Fightin' .45: Origins & History

Our nation’s military and law enforcement relied on .45 caliber sidearms throughout history for its numerous iterations of fight-stopping fodder.

Range Review: Charter Arms Bulldog XL in .45 Colt

Charter Arms took its innovative manufacturing process and produced its Bulldog XL for fans of the .45 Colt, all at an easily affordable price.

The Colt New Service Revolver: A 20th-Century Favorite

Developed during the twilight years of the 19th century, the Colt New Service revolver became a 20th-century favorite for military, law-enforcement and civilian users.

The .45 Colt: Still Useful?

The iconic .45 Colt was developed in response to a need for a powerful, big-bore handgun cartridge. How does it stack up today?

New Ammo Offerings for 2017

While ammunition is superior now versus any other point in history, the even better news is that it’s continuously improving. Here are new options for 2017.

A History of the .45 Caliber

Our nation’s military and law enforcement relied on .45 caliber sidearms throughout history for its numerous iterations of fight-stopping fodder.

Audie Murphy's .45 Colt Revolver on Public Display

A .45 Colt revolver once belonging to WWII hero Audie Murphy is on display at the Cody Firearms Museum in Cody, WY.

Historic Guns as Investments

Firearms and related goods have appreciated in recent times. Here are some extreme examples that might cause you re-examine just what you consider "precious metals."

Classic Cartridges: The .45 Colt

The .45 Colt cartridge was actually the beginning of the search for effective big-bore handgun cartridges.

.45 Colt LeHigh Defense Multi-Projectile

LeHigh Defense is a new company, but it is not new to bullets. This offering was designed with the Taurus Judge in mind, but it is a solid choice for self-defense from any .45 Colt handgun.

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