Getting started as a pistol shooter? Learn about whether pistols are right for you, which type best fits your needs, the rules of gun safety, and important safety gear for being a responsible gun owner.

Not sure which pistol to buy? Take our quiz and get a recommendation based on your needs. We'll check what you need a pistol for, how you'll carry it, and what you need most from a pistol.

Did you know you can still lose your hearing while wearing ear protection? Find out how much ear protection you really need based on where you shoot, how much you shoot, and how many people are shooting with you.

Did you know normal "safety glasses" can't protect your eyes from a ricochet? Only a few safety standards are for shooting. If you wear prescription glasses, or want eye protection you can trust, use this to get what you need.

.380 ACP is best for daily carry in pocket pistols under 1 lb. It has around 1/2 the recoil of 9mm and 1/2 the effective range.

9mm is best for home defense and daily carry in pistols over 1 lb. It's often the cheapest and easiest to find.

10mm is best for defense against large, dangerous animals like bears. It packs the power to punch through their bones and hit vitals.

If you've ever wondered what a part of a pistol does, why it's important, or whether to upgrade it, this is your guide. Learn what are the parts of a handgun and how to tell good ones from bad, using data and case studies from police, competitive shooters, and gunsmiths.