article · Jan 21, 2026 · The Armory Life
Ayoob: What’s the Best Semi-Auto Design? - The Armory Life
The person choosing a semi-automatic pistol today has three basic types to choose from: single-action (usually hammer-fired), double-action (usually hammer-fired), or striker-fired. Each has its own attributes, its own strengths, and its own weaknesses. Let’s take an overview. The single-action only (SAO) came into use in the 1890s with the Mauser “Broomhandle” C96, which saved Winston Churchill’s life Read More
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