Choosing a handgun can be difficult, especially with the variety of new options that are being produced every year. Since each model comes with its own set of unique characteristics, including grip comfort and weight, research is essential before making a final purchase. To help you get started, here’s a brief guide of the top guns that were released in 2018.

Top 5 Handguns Released in 2018

1. Sig Sauer™ P365

This is one of the lightest handguns on the market. Weighing in at approximately 18-ounces, the Sig Sauer P365 is 5.8-inches long and is encased in polymer material. It’s a striker-fired pistol that’s made for the 9mm Luger and rated for +P ammunition.

2. Glock® 26 Gen 5

This is a classic style of handgun that’s recommended for its small size. What makes it stand out from the rest is the ambidextrous slide-stop lever and lack of finger grips on the handle, which helps to simplify the control of the gun. It can contain up to 10 rounds of 9mm and is encased in the durable nDLC finish.

3. Lipsey’s® Ruger® Single Seven Bisley

This attractive handgun is known for its sleek design. It has a 5.5-inch barrel and comes equipped with the Bisley grip, a wooden handle that adds a touch of elegance to the product. The characteristic that makes this gun one-of-a-kind is that it contains the firepower of a .327 Federal Magnum while possessing the ability to fire other .32-caliber cartridges.

4. Browning® Black Label 1911-380 Pro Stainless

Another one of the lightest handguns released this year, the Browning Black Label 1911-380 Pro Stainless is chambered for the .380 Auto. It comes with a stainless steel finish, an extended ambidextrous thumb safety, and grooved black-and-white G10 grips that create an eye-catching contrast with the rest of the gun.

5. Colt® Night Cobra

The shortest handgun in the industry, the two-inch Colt’s Night Cobra is equipped with a six-round cylinder that’s made for .38-caliber cartridges and rated for +P ammunition. Its stainless steel body is encased in a matte black DLC finish and is designed with compact round edges to provide a comfortable grip.

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