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For those who prioritize weight on the trail, the Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Capra is a masterpiece. Starts at just 4 pounds.

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Features a titanium action and a thin-contour, double-spiral fluted barrel for sub-MOA accuracy. Price: ~$3,499. The Defensive Shotgun: Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol (20ga) cool guns to buy

Weighs only 10 oz and uses an internal magazine loaded via stripper clips. Toolless adjustments for length of pull and comb height.

Glock has finally updated its lineup with the , including the Glock 17 , Glock 19, and Glock 45. For those who prioritize weight on the trail,

Long a favorite in 12-gauge, the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol is now available in . It offers the same legendary reliability with significantly less weight and recoil. Keep an eye out for the eye-catching tiger-stripe finish version. The High-End Carry: Staccato HD C4X

A new "Optics Ready System" that allows red dots to mount directly to the slide, ditching the old, bulky adapter plates. The Lightweight Hunter: Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Capra Many of these models are available through major

If budget isn't an issue, the Staccato HD C4X is the "it" gun for high-performance carry. It's a compact 9mm with an integral compensator designed to virtually eliminate muzzle flip. Starts at $3,499.