Our shooting editor gives a full breakdown of single action vs double action handguns, both revolvers and pistols.

What Is a Double-Action Pistol? Before you choose between a single-action, a double-action, or a double-action-only pistol, you first need to understand the differences between each.

One of the most famous handguns of all time is the Colt Single Action Army revolver. Also known as the Peacemaker, Frontier Six-Shooter and the M1873, the Single Action Army is also a staple of ...