Feb 10, 2021 (Kennesaw, GA) — Firearm enthusiasts can rely on GunBroker.com to deliver next-generation analytics about the hot-trending models. That’s because the GunBroker.com team works seamlessly with GunGenius.com to report on popular pistols every month.

By crunching the data, GunGenius.com delivers essential information for GunBroker.com to share with the firearm community. As many are already aware, gun trends are purchased based on durability, cost-effectiveness, and precision accuracy, among other reasons. By opening this data up to everyone, GunBroker.com platform users can make informed decisions. These are movers and shakers from January worth considering.

The semi-automatic pistol group saw gun buyers mostly sticking with mainstays. From the top-down, the Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield remained number one, followed by the Glock 19, Sig Sauer P365, and Glock G43x. These favorites have been hovering around the top five. But a newcomer to the January leaderboard was the Full Conceal M3D. The Full Conceal M3D is a foldable Glock 19 that chambers 9 mm Luger rounds with an innovative spin on the pocket-pistol. It harnesses a 21-round detachable box.

Much like semi-auto pistols, revolver connoisseurs continue to favor the Colt Python above all else. Although the Ruger Wrangler continues to run second month-over-month, the Colt King Cobra reared its head into the Top 5 during January. The .357 magnum six-shooter slithered back into circulation in 2019, and its heavy-duty brushed stainless steel ambiance and 3-inch barrel have it on the move. Coming in at number five in January, GunBroker.com platform users can expect The King to keep its fangs in plain sight.

The rifle categories seemed to almost mirror the trends of pistols on GunBroker.com. Many of the popular December models remained in play, with a few upstarts breaking into the Top 5. For example, Smith & Wesson M&P15, Smith & Wesson M&P15-22, and Springfield Armory Saint remained in the Top 3. But the Ruger 10/22 moved up into the Top 5.

Bolt-action analytics also indicated the GunBroker.com firearm community stayed with tried-and-true rifles such as the top-ranked Ruger American Rifle. But more than a few are opting for the Ruger Precision Rimfire, which jumped into the number two position in January. Firing a .22 LR, it enjoys an oversized bolt, AR pistol grip, and an adjustable trigger.

Lever-action rifles followed a similar pattern with Henry Repeating Arms Lever moving from number two to one. The Henry Repeating Arms Big Boy and Marlin 1895 elevated their names into the Top 5. These lever-actions are not exactly trending out of nowhere. A variety of Henry repeaters have been trailing through the rankings’ upper tiers, such as Henry Repeating Arms Golden Boy. The Marlin 1894 was also ranked high the previous month. It appears GunBroker.com platform users are sticking with well-known manufacturers and adding variety to collections.

Rounding out the GunBroker.com leaders, Troy Industries PAR and the Remington 572 found themselves among the Top 5 pump-action rifles. The Thompson Center Encore Pro Hunter made the cut among single-shot rifles, although Henry Repeating Arms Single Shot and Ruger No. 1 remained at one and two, respectively.

The Israel Weapon Industries TS12 earned top honors among semi-auto shotguns month-over-month, but the Howa Boss-25 and Armscor/Rock Island Armory VRPA40 broke into the field. Mossberg brands continue to be pump-action angels, with Maverick 88 and 590 Shockwave models reigning supreme. Florida gunmaker KelTec earned its way back, with the KSG ranking fifth. Other notables include the Savage 301 single-shot shotgun, TriStar Arms Setter over-and-under making the Top 5, and the classic Stoeger Coach Gun remaining on top of side-by-side shotgun buys at GunBroker.com.