In this week's online-exclusive articles from Mark Kakkuri, readers get an inside look at the innovative personal custom touches Kakkuri made on his Glock 19 and a peek at the Spyderco Des Horn knife.

Kakkuri writes a comprehensive breakdown of his custom Glock 19. The online article for GUNS Magazine explores the detailed stripping of his gun into 32 parts, and the gradual swap-out for custom components, which can be read at www.gunsmagazine.com/my-well-put-together-custom-glock-19.

"So the Glock 19 became a custom gun - my custom gun, customized by me - and, depending on my mood, featured an ultralight, 3.5 pound trigger, or a heavy New York trigger," writes Kakkuri. "Black got boring so I sent the slide and barrel off to a gunsmith for a 'titanium' color treatment. While he was at it, I had him install Truglo tritium and fiber optic sights - green dot on the front post, yellow dots in the rear. Now we're cookin'."

In an American Handgunner Magazine online-only article, Kakkuri evaluates the Spyderco Des Horn Knife - an assisted-opening tactical folder. Kakkuri reviews the sturdy blade for a young knife enthusiast, and finds it every bit deserving of the excellent reputation that comes with a Spyderco product.

"The Des Horn's blade measures just over three inches and its overall length is just over seven inches. But weighing in at only two ounces, the Des Horn certainly feels small," writes Kakkuri. "While I have no fear about the Des Horn's durability or longevity, it's not a tactical folder or a hunting knife. It is, however, an every day carry wonder with a functional design and unique look. The pocket clip allows for deep pocket carry."

Readers can find the exclusive article at www.americanhandgunner.com/exclusive-spyderco-des-horn-a-practically-perfect-choice.

Online visitors at GUNS and American Handgunner will find several articles per week from Kakkuri, who welcomes engagement from readers. To access all online content, visit www.americanhandgunner.com and www.gunsmagazine.com.

Contact: Mark Kakkuri
(248) 266-1245
mark@fmgpublications.com