By GunBroker Contributor
With at least 29 states that recognize constitutional carry as the law of the land and over 20 million CCW permit holders, concealed-carry guns have perhaps never been more popular. We have a rundown on over three dozen new models for 2025.
The Beretta 20X Bobcat, an ultra-concealable pistol designed with the revolutionary Effortless Loading System (ELS), features a push-button mechanism that eliminates the need to rack the slide. This provides unparalleled ease for users with limited hand strength.
Redefining shootability, this pocket-sized powerhouse boasts enhanced features, such as increased magazine capacity, repositioned controls for optimal accessibility, a skeletonized trigger and hammer, a 35 percent lighter trigger pull, dovetail slide cuts for versatility and new proprietary “Helica” textured grips for added comfort.
What sets the Beretta 20X Bobcat You’re On Your Own model apart from the rest of the guns in its series is its grey, semi-custom grip panels that match a shark-like grey matte finish, a short non-threaded barrel and low-profile sights.
The Beretta 20X Bobcat, an ultra-concealable pistol designed with the revolutionary Effortless Loading System (ELS), features a push-button mechanism that eliminates the need to rack the slide. This provides unparalleled ease for users with limited hand strength.
Redefining shootability, this pocket-sized powerhouse boasts enhanced features such as increased magazine capacity, repositioned controls for optimal accessibility, a skeletonized trigger and hammer, a 35 percent lighter trigger pull, dovetail slide cuts for versatility and new proprietary “Helica” textured grips for added comfort.
The Beretta 20X Bobcat Bug Out Bag features a threaded barrel and suppressor-height sights, while sporting wooden grip panels and a matte stainless slide.
The Beretta 20X Bobcat, an ultra-concealable pistol designed with the revolutionary Effortless Loading System (ELS), features a push-button mechanism that eliminates the need to rack the slide. This provides unparalleled ease for users with limited hand strength.
Redefining shootability, this pocket-sized powerhouse boasts enhanced features such as increased magazine capacity, repositioned controls for optimal accessibility, a skeletonized trigger and hammer, a 35 percent lighter trigger pull, dovetail slide cuts for versatility and new proprietary “Helica” textured grips for added comfort.
The Beretta 20X Bobcat Do It Yourself has hard-wearing black finish and grips, an extended threaded barrel and tall suppressor-height sights.
Beretta brought back the classic Cheetah line last year, updated with exceptional comfort and style. Introduced in .380 ACP, the company will expand the 80X Cheetah with an even softer purring .32 ACP offering for 2025. Ergonomically redesigned for modern day carry, the 80X includes a smaller Vertec style grip profile, the X-treme S Double/Single trigger, a skeletonized hammer, a 12+1 round capacity and is optics-ready out of the box. The nice thing is that the combination of the medium-sized pistol and the gentle .32 ACP caliber means almost zero recoil. It even uses the proven old Model 81 magazines and Beretta will be selling conversion kits for those who already have a .380 caliber 80X.
The Girsan Witness2311 Match X is a full-size, lightweight double-stack 1911 chambered in 9mm, designed to deliver performance and value. It features an integrated barrel compensator that effectively reduces felt recoil, providing shooters with greater control and accuracy. Its fully adjustable, serrated rear sight—blacked out for better focus—pairs seamlessly with a fiber-optic front sight for fast alignment and quick target acquisition.
For those who prefer red-dot optics, the adjustable rear sight cap can be easily removed to accommodate any RMSc footprint optic, thanks to the lightening-cut slide. The Match X is equipped with a finely tuned 4.5-pound trigger, offering smooth take-up, a crisp break and a short reset straight out of the box.
For 2025, the new FN Reflex XL joins the FN Reflex family. This pistol set a new standard in the world of 9mm everyday carry when it was released in 2023, combining best-in-class trigger feel and pull weight with reliable performance, great ergonomics and accuracy. The FN Reflex XL comes with 15-round standard capacity, plus an 18-round extended magazine. It is available in both black and flat dark earth (FDE) finishes.
The proven G19 Gen5 is now available as an A-CUT COA Combo with the new Aimpoint COA red-dot sight. The high-performance optic ensures fast target acquisition and exceptional accuracy even in challenging conditions. With the Aimpoint A-CUT, the optic is mounted directly on the G19 Gen5 without the need for adapter plates, ensuring maximum stability.
The G43X is now available as an A-CUT COA Combo with the new Aimpoint COA red-dot sight, a high-performance optic that ensures fast target acquisition and exceptional accuracy even in demanding conditions. With the Aimpoint A-CUT, the optic is mounted directly on the G43X without the need for adapter plates, ensuring maximum stability. This Slimline model features a subcompact slide and a compact-size frame. The small size of the G43X makes this pistol the perfect choice for concealed carry.
The G45 is now available as an A-CUT COA Combo with the new Aimpoint COA red-dot sight, a high-performance optic that ensures fast target acquisition and exceptional accuracy even in demanding conditions. With the Aimpoint A-CUT, the optic is mounted directly on the G45 without the need for adapter plates, ensuring maximum stability. As a Crossover model, the G45 combines the full-size frame of the G17 with a compact G19 slide, delivering reliability and durability in any situation.
The G48 is now available as an A-CUT COA Combo with the new Aimpoint COA red-dot sight, a high-performance optic that ensures fast target acquisition and exceptional accuracy even in demanding conditions. With the Aimpoint A-CUT, the optic is mounted directly on the G48 without the need for adapter plates, ensuring maximum stability.
The G48 is similar in length and height to the compact G19 but has the reduced width of the well-known Glock Slimline design for perfect carrying comfort. With these dimensions, it’s the perfect tactical partner with increased concealability.
The VP9A1 is the latest product released by HK-USA designed specifically for the U.S. market. The improved features of A1 models revolve around enhancing the connection between serious users and their pistols. These usability and shootability enhancements include an improved Nickel-Teflon coated trigger bar, universal ergonomic grip and an expanded selection of modular grip panels that now provide length of pull adjustment. Additionally, the VP9 A1 has enhanced ambidextrous controls, a factory-flared mag well, and additional slide serrations among other new features.
The VP9A1 F (4.53-inch barrel) is a 17-round, full-sized pistol geared toward duty, home defense or competition.
The VP9 A1 K is the first true compact in the VP lineup. Its 4-inch barrel and compact 15-round-capacity frame make it an ideal carry pistol that fits between the full-size VPs and the new HK CC9 micro-compact.
The improved features of A1 models revolve around enhancing the connection between serious users and their pistols. These usability and shootability enhancements include an improved Nickel-Teflon coated trigger bar, universal ergonomic grip and an expanded selection of modular grip panels that now provide length of pull adjustment. Additionally, the VP9 A1 has enhanced ambidextrous controls, a factory-flared mag well and additional slide serrations among other new features.
The new Kimber 2K11 double-stack 1911 debuts in standard and target configurations, each availabie chambered in 9mm and .45 ACP. The standard model comes with three magazines and a C&H optic mounting plate for Trijicon RMR-type footprints. Three additional optic mounting plates are available to support a variety of preferences.
The target models also come standard with three magazines and a C&H optic mounting plate, plus the target models feature a ported slide, adjustable rear target sight and a Kimber exclusive Stan Chen Customs competition mag well. Standard across the line is the 3.5-pound Kimber signature GT Trigger.
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A fully featured design anchored by a robust all-metal frame, the new CDS9 is optics-ready and features an accessory rail for light and laser accessories. Ambidextrous safety and slide release come standard, as well as the hallmark reversible magazine release. G10 grips and an alloy frame are available on both models.
Like the larger framed KDS9c, the new CDS9 is a fully featured firearm tailor-made for the EDC handgun owner. High capacity comes standard with 13-round and 15-round magazines included with each model. A concealable 10-round flush fit magazine is also available to maximize concealability.
Built around a true carbon-fiber matrix-filled grip housing, the new Carbon Compact has been sculpted to deliver the most efficient ergonomics of any polymer handgun. This new carbon-fiber matrix delivers a superior strength ratio that withstands over double the impact force of standard firearms. The carbon fiber frame features a forward “Gas Pedal,” or thumb rest, for a thumb-forward shooting grip style prevalent in today’s shooters. Also, the R7 has a high undercut and flared mag well that is normally found as aftermarket accessories from custom shops.
The pistol is also fully ambidextrous, and these attributes combined with the industry-leading Kimber performance carry trigger deliver the best polymer, striker-fired handgun available in its class. This new model also features a longer 3.9-inch barrel, four interchangeable backstraps and two magazines.
A groundbreaking pistol chambered in 5.7x28mm, this latest George Kellgren invention sets a new standard in a lightweight design. Thanks to its innovative rotary barrel, it’s the lightest 5.7 pistol on the market today.
In fact. It’s 40 percent lighter than the next lightest 5.7 pistol, making it exceptionally compact and effortless to carry. Equally significant is the PR57’s unique top-loading design. It replaces traditional magazines with stripper clips, delivering a slim carry profile and an impressive 20+1 round capacity.
The same vaunted Laugo Alien platform is now in a 4-inch concealed carry piece. This pistol’s groundbreaking new Push-To-Rack (PTR) feature gives you the benefits of a non-reciprocating stationary optic during firing, while maintaining the ability to smoothly rack the pistol via the optic.
Not only is the Alien Remus incredibly drop-safe by design, but a new manual safety now offers additional security and peace of mind. The Remus is compatible with all Alien Creator series grip components including side panels, backstraps and mag wells. The Remus will run all Alien magazines — a new 15 round magazine and 17 round Creator magazine are included.
Laugo plans to celebrate the introduction of the Alien Remus to the United States with the USA 500 Limited Edition model. This 500-piece exclusive launch model includes the U.S. flag and limited-edition markings, as well as special edition forged carbon fiber grip panels, a black barrel and gold accents throughout.
In the competitive 9mm polymer-frame striker-fired pistol market, the RXM sets itself apart. It offers maximum flexibility and customization via a removable, stainless-steel Fire Control Insert chassis system set inside an interchangeable Magpul Enhanced Handgun Grip.
As part of their ongoing collaboration, Ruger and Magpul will be offering a variety of grip frames so that consumers can customize their pistols to meet shifting tastes and needs. The RXM’s slide features a black FNC nitride finish, allowing direct optic mounting of RMR, Delta Point Pro and RMSc pattern optics. The pistol is equipped with a flat-faced trigger and easily actuated magazine release, slide release and takedown lever. However, the best features are the ones you add as most major components are designed for Glock Gen 3 compatibility.
Read Full Review of the RXM here: Ruger RXM Review: Setting Itself Apart
Chambered in 9mm, the Stance XR micro pistol from Savage Arms has all the features and functions of the Stance, but with an expanded capacity of 13+1 and a quick-release optics (QRO) plate. The QRO plate allows shooters to quickly change optics and outfit the pistol in a way that suits them best.
Standout features of the Stance XR include its ambidextrous magazine release and slide catch, allowing for quick and effortless operation for both right and left-handed shooters. The stippling grip texture ensures a secure fit in the hand, providing a 360-degree grip with finger indexing. Additionally, the pistol comes with two interchangeable backstraps, offering the ability to adjust the grip size to individual preferences.
The Savage Stance XR Micro 9 was introduced in 15 models including options with or without a manual safety, standard sights or night sights, as well as in Black, Gray and Flat Dark Earth.
The SIG SAUER 1911-XCarry is built to deliver greater performance and increased accuracy, redefining what a carry pistol can do. Features include direct-mount optics capability (and models equipped with a Romeo X red dot), custom G10 grip panels from LOK Grip and enhanced controls to include fully ambi-safety thumb safeties, as well as extended slide catch and extended slide release levers. A flat blade 3.5-pound SAO trigger inside a railed stainless-steel frame with a full-length guide rod come standard as do XRAY3 day/night sights. Designed for those who demand the best in every detail.
The SideKick is an exclusive collaborative build with SK Guns in a 4.25-inch barrel featuring Phoenix Trinity’s most popular full size Pro Evo grip. It is being offered in a limited run of 10 color case anodized and 20 black anodized with blue physical vapor deposition (PVD) accents, all with a black, diamond-like carbon (DLC) slide and frame finish for extra durability. The internal V-Port compensated pistol guarantees reduced recoil and muzzle rise with faster second target acquisition. The front sight is made of a green tritium and LumiGreen outline front ring.
Each pistol is designed and machined with “function first” in mind. An aggressive forward slide serration mimics a grenade patterned with three horizonal cuts, complemented by forward tri-top vertical serrations going up and over the slide. It is duplicated on the rear side panels.
Smith & Wesson has returned the famed Mountain Gun series of field-ready revolvers to production for the first time in over 20 years. The L-Frame 686-Plus Mountain Gun is an all stainless-steel constructed, seven-shot revolver chambered in .357 Mag./38 Spl. +P. It includes a 4.13-inch barrel with a Patridge-style brass bead front sight, high-grade walnut Bear Hug grip from Tyler Gun Works and an adjustable rear sight for improved sight acquisition.
Offering no-frills capability for those heading into the backcountry, the new Smith & Wesson Model 629 is a six-shot N-Frame chambered in .44 Mag./.44 Spl. Like the Model 686-Plus Mountain Gun, it shares the same all-stainless-steel construction, a 4.13-inch barrel, brass bead front, adjustable rear sights and a high-grade walnut Bear Hug grip from Tyler Gun Works.
The new S&W Classic Series revolvers exhibit unique characteristics to include a traditional blued carbon steel frame with no internal lock, a single or double-action firing capability and a smooth trigger pull for reliable performance. The S&W Model 36 Classic, a J-Frame chambered in 38 Spl. +P that has a five-shot capacity, and includes a 1.88-inch barrel with a fixed blade front sight, an integral slot-in-frame rear sight and a classic checkered wood grip.
The new S&W Classic Series revolvers exhibit unique characteristics to include a traditional blued carbon steel frame with no internal lock, a single or double-action firing capability and a smooth trigger pull for reliable performance. If you prefer a .357 Mag., the new Model 19 Classic is a great one to add to the collection. It features a 4.25-inch barrel with a red ramp insert front sight, adjustable black blade rear sight and is completed with a time-honored checkered wood grip.
The new S&W Classic Series revolvers exhibit unique characteristics to include a traditional blued carbon steel frame with no internal lock, a single or double-action firing capability and a smooth trigger pull for reliable performance. The new Model 10 chambered in 38 Spl. +P includes a 4-inch barrel with a fixed blade front sight, an integral slot-in-frame rear sight and high-grade Tyler Gun Works walnut grips.
The fifth iteration of Smith and Wesson’s Spec Series family, this striker-fired pistol, chambered in 9mm, has a 23-round capacity and utilizes a newly designed aluminum trigger to facilitate more consistent and accurate shooting.
Weighing in at a hefty 2.31 pounds (without the magazine!) the M&P9 Metal HD features a steel frame construction with enhanced texturing, a steel mag well and a steel optics plate that increases overall weight and helps reduce felt recoil. Its 4.8-inch threaded barrel, controls and mag well all display a sharp blue PVD finish. It is even equipped with a Strike Industries compensator to mitigate muzzle rise and improve control.
Engineered for carry, the Echelon 4.0C retains the key features of the full-size model, with a shorter 4-inch barrel and compact frame for enhanced concealability. Its revolutionary Variable Interface System provides unmatched direct-mount compatibility with today’s leading red-dot sights, complemented by tritium U-Dot irons for fast target acquisition. The serialized Central Operating Group is housed in a compact frame, offering a 15-round capacity with the flush magazine and 18 rounds with the extended magazine.
In addition to the standard all-black model, Springfield has the Echelon 4.0C in OD Green and FDE for 2025.
Read Full Review of the Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C here: Springfield Echelon 4.0C Review: The Ultimate Compact 9mm Pistol
The Prodigy Compact from Springfield Armory takes the proven 1911 platform and enhances it with double-stack capacity and a carry-focused feature set. Reconfigured around a 15-round double-stack magazine, the Prodigy’s compact polymer grip module mounts to its lightweight aluminum frame to reduce weight, while a shortened beavertail and recontoured hammer further downsize the overall footprint. Optics ready with a tritium front sight and Picatinny rail, the Prodigy Compact combines the most beloved characteristics of the 1911 with modern capacity for EDC.
The Prodigy Compact from Springfield Armory takes the proven 1911 platform and enhances it with double-stack capacity and a carry-focused feature set. Reconfigured around a 15-round double-stack magazine, the Prodigy’s compact polymer grip module mounts to its lightweight aluminum frame to reduce weight, while a shortened beavertail and recontoured hammer further downsize the overall footprint. Optics ready with a tritium front sight and Picatinny rail, the Prodigy Compact combines the most beloved characteristics of the 1911 with modern capacity for EDC.
The Staccato HD line is an entirely new family of pistols, designed with feedback from elite professional end-users. A complete ergonomics overhaul still based on the 2011 series, the HD uses a new optics mounting system, improved recoil system and active firing pin block to provide a combination of durability and shootability only available in the world’s best shooting handgun. In a big departure, all Staccato HD pistols will feed from ubiquitous Glock-pattern magazines, which are inexpensive and easily sourced in the commercial market.
Two models will be available, the 4-inch barreled P4 (shipping at the end of January) and the 4.5-inch P4.5 (shipping in Spring 2025) with the latter increasing barrel length while adding non-reciprocating mass at the muzzle to enhance accuracy and shootability. Utilizing the shorter slide of the P4 maintains a fast cycle speed for increased reliability and a quick, consistent recoil impulse with less muzzle rise.
The STR-9 Thinline gets its name from its slender, 1-inch-wide slide and frame assembly, which is the same dimension as Stoeger’s STR-9MC micro-compact 9mm. The difference is in the extended grip length. With ample room available for all three gripping fingers plus enhanced stippling patches, the STR-9 Thinline offers a solid hand wrap and full support for improved accuracy, faster follow-up shots and positive retention.
But don’t let the lean profile fool you. The STR-9 Thinlin Stoeger STR-9 Thinlinee makes no compromises. This striker-fired 9mm offers 14- and 16-round capacity with its three included magazines. The front and rear tritium sights ensure a clean sight picture and rapid sight alignment across a full range of lighting conditions. Should you desire a pistol-mounted optic, the STR-9 Thinline stands ready to receive with an optic cut that is direct-mount-compatible with sights featuring the RMSc Shield footprint.
The Taurus GX2 combines user-friendly features with exceptional performance, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of shooters. With its ergonomic frame and intuitive design, it provides comfort and control, whether you’re a seasoned shooter or just beginning your firearm journey. The 13-round capacity delivers reliable firepower, making it a great option for both everyday carry and personal defense.
Besides all-black, the GX2 is available in several different two-tone colorways including Cyan/Black, Dark Purple/Black, Brown/Black, Light Purple/Black, OG/Black, Stainless/Black and Tan/Black.
Learn more about the new Taurus GX2 in this video: New Taurus GX2 9mm: An Affordable Entry Level Carry Pistol | SHOT Show 2025
Experienced shooters and new revolver owners alike have been asking for the return of a shrouded hammer, five-shot revolver chambered in the venerable .357 Mag. for concealed carry. Taurus has answered. The Taurus 650 offers a smooth, DAO trigger pull, making it the ultimate choice for everyday carry and quick deployment in critical situations, even allowing the revolver to be fired from pocket concealment without fouling or jamming the action.
The new Taurus 850 is a modern take on the classic small-frame revolver, chambered exclusively in .38 Spl. Designed for unmatched reliability, concealability and performance, the Taurus 850 offers an ideal solution for those embracing the “snubby life,” delivering a dependable revolver for everyday carry or personal defense. Available in sleek black and brush matte stainless-steel finishes, with 2-inch and 3-inch barrel options, the Taurus 850 redefines the .38 Spl. revolver, delivering enhanced versatility and performance in a compact, snag-free design.
The APOC chambered in 9mm is the classic striker-fired pistol reimagined with tasteful updates. These include enhanced ergonomics, matching front and rear slide serrations, steel fiber-optic sights and textured memory pad forward of the trigger. The market certainly has several options for Glock-inspired pistols, but only the APOC comes with TriStar’s 5-year warranty. APOC features include Interchangeable backstraps (two included), two 15-round Glock-pattern magazines, front and rear fiber-optic sights, Gen 4 Glock 19 parts compatibility,and four color options (Black, Sniper Gray, FDE and ODG/Black).
The Protégé X Sub Compact chambered in 9mm provides discreet piece of mind with the reassurance of an all-metal, hammer-fired pistol. Inspired by the aesthetics and ergonomics of the classic 1911, the Protégé X Sub Compact shrinks things down with a 3.2-inch, 9mm barrel and eight-round capacity. Two magazines (Kimber Micro 9 pattern) are included — one with a pinky rest for better control, one without for maximum concealment. Weighing only 16.96 ounces, the Protégé X Sub Compact is an ideal carry pistol. Besides the all-black standard model, the Protégé X will be available in Silver, ODG, FDE, Purple and Tungsten colorways.
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