In an effort to keep concealed carry, collectors, and firearms enthusiasts informed about the hot-trending models, GunBroker.com and GunGenius.com use their ongoing partnership to highlight popular products. GunGenius.com leverages the latest technology and next-gen analytics to track purchasing shifts that can be put to work by GunBroker.com users. These are top-selling items and trends for October you should know about.

The trend in semi-auto handguns and revolvers indicates that buyers want smaller, compact models. In the semi-auto category, the Glock G19 continues to lead all comers. But the smaller Glock G43 jumped into the top five during October. Among the critical differences for GunBroker.com concealed carry advocates is the fact the G43 is thinner (1.06 to 1.26 inches), shorter (3.41 to 4.02 inches), and handles only 6+1 rounds compared to the G19’s 15+1. The G43 making hay during October might be considered just an anomaly if it weren’t for revolvers mirroring the get small trend at GunBroker.com.

In terms of revolvers, the re-emergence of the awesome Colt Python shows no signs of leaving the No. 1 position. But aside from the 11.5-inch, .357 Mag hand-cannon, snub-nosed models such as the Taurus 856 and Ruger SP101 jumped into the No. 2 and 3 spots, respectively. These tightly built six-shooters offer 2-inch and 2.25-inch barrel lengths, respectively. Given some longer pistols dipped in popularity, it’s reasonably safe to say the GunBroker.com crowd is thinking concealed carry heading into winter.

In terms of rifle purchases, enthusiasm for semi-auto, bolt-actions, and collector’s items, among other types, has only increased. The Anderson Manufacturing AM-15 topped the semi-auto leaderboard in September. Call some of the GunBroker.com rifle collectors fickle if you will, but the Smith & Wesson M&P Sport II is certainly worthy of the top spot for October. Its 16-inch barrel, 30-round capacity, 6-position collapsible stock, at a relatively lightweight 6.45 pounds, make it a home defense and sport shooting darling. Among the other trending semi-auto rifles were the Ruger 10/22, and Florida-based gunmaker’s KelTec Sub2000. KelTec continues to make a lot of noise in the GunBroker.com firearm community and is worth watching.

Although Ruger continues to dominate the bolt-action field, the Thompson Center Compass appeared in the GunGenius.com analytics landscape. The rifle earned positive reviews from resources such as American Rifleman, back in 2016, and Compass rifles are available in 10 chamberings that range from .223 Rem. to .300 Win. Mag.

Marlin and Rossi lever-actions continue to rank among the most popular GunBroker.com choices. The Rossi R92 .45 Colt was a riser in October. Its elegant lines, and polished stainless steel over Brazilian hardwood deliver the classic look firearm collectors desire in their showcase. With a 10-round capacity and 20-inch barrel, you can bring this Rossi to a sport-shooting dance with pride.

The big name in side-by-side double-barrel shotguns in October was Stoeger. The Coach Gun and Uplander models enjoy that nostalgic Old West ambiance. The Stoeger Condor over-and-under is also making gains among shotgun lovers. As the holidays grow near and shopping gets increasingly intense, GunBroker.com offers an online option free of crowded retail outlets.