Dear INSIDERs,

Ask ten shooters what they look for in a new firearm, and you'll probably get ten different answers.

Around the Hook & Barrel office (okay... around our virtual meetings), we ask this question all the time: What matters most when choosing your next firearm?

For some, it's finding the right handgun for everyday carry. Others are looking for a reliable home defense option, a platform built for the range, or the right setup for hunting. Then come the details — reliability, ergonomics, capacity, caliber, and how it feels in your hands.

So, the next time you’re talking guns with your buddies, ask them what their non-negotiable is when it comes to a firearm. We bet you’ll be surprised.

We’ll see you on the next INSIDER chat. Have a great day.

— The Hook & Barrel Crew

Here’s what’s on today’s agenda:

➤ The Beretta 80X Gets the LTT Treatment
➤ Federal's .30 Super Carry Explained
➤ HK CC9 | Built for Everyday Carry
➤ Springfield Armory Revives the SA-35

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The Beretta 1301 has earned its place as one of the most respected semi-auto shotguns on the market. Langdon Tactical decided there was still room to improve, adding upgrades designed to make an already great shotgun even better.

For years, shooters have had to choose between magazine capacity and cartridge size. Federal's .30 Super Carry set out to challenge that thinking. Here's what makes the caliber different and where it fits in today's concealed carry conversation.

From the summit of Mount Everest with Frank Fumich to an exclusive conversation with UFC legend Dan “Hendo” Henderson, this issue is built around the pursuit of what’s possible.

Along the way, we explore the season’s best archery gear, sharpen our skills at a long-range shooting academy, chase wild trout through the storied waters of Taos, New Mexico, examine the evolution of the rifle-crossbow crossover, and uncover the stories shaping the modern outdoorsman.

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Designed with concealed carry in mind, the HK CC9 combines everyday practicality with the quality and engineering the brand is known for. We break down its features, handling, and why it's already earning attention.

Some classics never go out of style. Springfield Armory's polished blued SA-35 brings timeless styling together with modern manufacturing, giving today's shooters another reason to appreciate one of history's most iconic handgun designs.

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