Everything you need to know about using a revolver for self-defense.In this new and thoroughly updated guide to self defense with the original defensive firearm, the revolver, Grant Cunningham covers every aspect of owning and shooting the venerable wheelgun.While sleek semi-auto pistols get the majority of coverage in firearms publications these days, the traditional, easy-to-use and always-reliable revolver is more popular than ever among new gun owners a...

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham covers after range session cleaning procedures, how to remove lead from the bore and how to proper firearm storage.

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham shows how to reload your revolver with one hand. This emergency technique is critical to master if you carry a concealed revolver for self-defense.

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham teaches you the defensive reload, tactical reload, competition reload and other techniques to keep your sixgun running. Also covered are speed loaders and moon clips.

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham explains the advantages of revolvers over semi-autos for concealed carry and why you should consider carrying one.

Get to Know Your Revolver-Inside and Out!Gun Digest Book of the Revolver covers all aspects of living with the double-action revolver: shooting, handling, carrying, maintaining and accessorizing-everything you need to know to operate the quintessential American handgun.Topics in this comprehensive volume include:Self-Defense-Revolvers are still a good choice!Sighting options-including tips for aging eyesGetting the right hand fit...

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham teaches you how to control recoil in small snubnose revolvers for better accuracy. Also covered are grips and sights for snubnose pistols.

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham explains the best calibers and handgun ammo choices for the concealed carry revolver.

Need answers now? Gun Digest's Shooter's Guide to Handguns will quickly give you the facts you need to help you choose your handgun, select ammunition, shoot it effectively, and take care of your investment--all in an easy-to-read, well-illustrated format.With more information for the dollar than any shooting book on the market, you get:Compelling text by a world-renowned revolver gunsmith and certified Combat Focus Shooting instructor....

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham compares revolvers with semi-autos, details the pros and cons of each and helps you choose the best revolver for CCW.

In this excerpt from the Gun Digest Book of the Revolver, Grant Cunningham gives tips for carrying a revolver for self-defense and special considerations for snubnose revolvers.

Basic tips to get started in safe and responsible concealed carry.You’ll Love This If:You’re interested in concealed carry trainingYou’re new to defensive shootingYou believe in your right of self-defenseIn 12 Essentials of Concealed Carry, certified Combat Focus Shooting instructor Grant Cunningham breaks concealed carry down into its most important elements. Learn about critical topics like concealed carry laws, choosing the right gun, m...