Rob Garrett
Contributing Writer
Rob spent 38 years with a large metropolitan police department in Georgia, retiring as a Lietunant in 2016. He has been a writing for the firearm's industry for over 40 years and enjoys bringing a historical perspective to his articles. While appreciating the modern pistol, Rob is an ardent revolver enthusiast and understands the practical application of the “art of the revolver.” In many articles, Rob includes ballistic testing data of many of the popular personal defense loads.
When not at the range, or pounding the keyboard, Rob enjoys spending time with his family, is active in his local church, and networking with an ever expanding group of like minded shooters.
Education:
MS - Criminal Justice
Expertise:
Law Enforcement/Handguns/Revolvers
Location:
Columbus, GA
What the outdoors mean to Rob:
The outdoors represents the puruity of the magnificent planet.
Articles by Rob Garrett
Shooting
Heckler & Koch
HK VP9CC Review: Three Defensive Loads Tested at 15 Yards
HK’s long-awaited VP9CC finally reached the range. Three defensive loads, a bag rest and a Garmin chronograph revealed strong accuracy—and one uncomfortable flaw.
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Heckler & Koch
HK VP70: Rare Hands-On with the First-Ever Polymer Pistol
The HK VP70 was years ahead of its time: Rob Garrett visits Heckler & Koch to find out why.
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Heckler & Koch
HK VP9CC: First Look at HK-USA's New Micro-Compact Pistol
It's taken two years, but the long-awaited HK VP9CC micro-compact is now available in the U.S. Check out our sneak peek at this hot new concealed carry gun.
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Heckler & Koch
HK MP5SD Review: The Benchmark for Suppressed Submachine Guns
A modern review of the HK MP5SD, the suppressed MP5 made famous during Operation Nimrod and still relevant today.
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Glock
GLOCK 42 in .380 ACP: The GLOCK That Gets No Respect
The "baby GLOCK" was introduced back in 2014 as the gunmaker's first .380 ACP ultra-concealable pocket pistol.
Shooting
Lipsey's S&W Model 629 Mountain Gun Reboot: Review and Test
The new Smith & Wesson Model 629 Mountain Gun is not only back; it’s better than ever.
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Taurus
Return of the Taurus 650 Revolver in .357 Magnum: Gun Review
This impressive hammerless .357 Magnum CCW wheelgun packs a big punch. See how it performed on target at the range.
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Heckler & Koch
HK VP9A1 K Compact 9mm Striker Review
HK Takes The Best-Selling VP9 Series To Remarkable Heights With Upgrades Galore
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Heckler & Koch CC9 Micro Review
HK Sets A New Standard In The Micro Compact Everyday Carry Realm
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Heckler & Koch
The U.S.-Made HK CC9: Designed For American Shooters
A New Gun For A New Era
