// 1911 Pistols
Armscor STK200 vs. Glock 19: Honest Comparison and Insights
Whether you’re a lifelong 1911 fan craving something modern or a GLOCK enthusiast curious about a new feel, the STK200 offers a striking blend with a classic 1911 grip that meets GLOCK 19 versatility.
“The STK200 was designed as a striker-fired pistol that 1911 fans could fall in love with, but there are a lot of features that the STK200 includes that GLOCK fans could appreciate,” explained John McClain from Armscor.
The STK200 isn't trying to convert GLOCK shooters completely. Rather, Armscor's STK line of firearms is meant to combine the best parts of striker-fired handguns and 1911-style pistols into one strong, hybrid firearm.
So let's get into the key differences between the STK200 and the GLOCK 19.
// 1911 Pistols
Handgun Ammo Guide: 9mm, 10mm, .45 & More
Once you’ve grasped how caliber works and what makes bullets behave the way they do, it’s time to get familiar with the ammo choices you’re most likely to encounter in stores — and on the range.
It’s time to break down the advantages and disadvantages of today’s most common handgun calibers with Armscor’s expert, John McClain, and get some advice from him.
// Competitive Shooting
Inside the IPSC PCC World Shoot: 2025 Czech Republic Recap
Imagine squeezing off a shot at a target nearly 80 yards away — not with a rifle, but with a 9mm carbine. Now imagine doing it while jet-lagged, surrounded by international competitors and representing your country on the world stage. That was the challenge at International Practical Shooting Confederation's (IPSC) PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot in the Czech Republic.
For veteran shooter John McClain, representing Team USA at the inaugural PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot wasn’t just a competition — it was a complete mental, physical and logistical marathon.
Let’s break down what made this match so unique—and how one U.S. shooter pushed through setbacks to bring home gold.