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"The Shot Heard Round The World:" 250 Years Later
On April 19, 1775, simmering tensions between Great Britain and her colonists erupted into warfare with the engagements at the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord.
Watchtower Firearms Re-Organizing
Watchtower Firearms, a veteran-owned firm based in Texas filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection in late February 2025 to restructure and re-organize its financial structure.
The Road To Revolution: 250 Years Later
The militiamen who stood in defiance on Lexington Green are the first who fired upon the British regulars, but the road to revolution was paved long before gunfire erupted on that cold April morning in Massachusetts.
SIG Experience Goes Virtual
Featuring SIG replica handsets and VR SIG Electro-Optics, the ACE marksmanship simulator lets enthusiasts experience two of the company’s most popular pistols safely from the comfort of home.
New For 2025: Springfield Armory Kuna
Springfield Armory has entered a new firearm category with the PDW-style Kuna, a large-format pistol chambered for the 9 mm Luger.
Book Review: Bullet Strikes From The First Day Of The American Revolution
Even though 250 years have elapsed since the fateful first shots of the American Revolution—fired on April 19, 1775—there are still pieces of evidence remaining from the day’s fighting.
I Have This Old Gun: Harrington & Richardson Officer’s Model
In 1971, Harrington & Richardson chose to celebrate its 100th anniversary—along with the company’s heritage of building firearms for the U.S. military—by recreating “America’s first general-issue, breechloading rifle.”
The Armed Citizen® April 14, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Old-School Tools Gaining Ground In Drone Defense
While the U.S. military is actively looking into drone defense solutions, companies such as Beretta Defense Solutions and Benelli Defense have improved the old fashioned shotgun to effectively stop inbound threats.
Preview: Nightstick NSR-9924XL
Lightweight yet durable, the NSR-9924XL is one of Nightstick’s most versatile duty-size handheld lights.
Smith & Wesson Adds .45-70 Gov't Chambering To Model 1854
Smith & Wesson initially launched its Model 1854 lever-action rifle in popular revolver chamberings. Now, the company is making a .45-70 Gov't-chambered model available.
Preview: Diamond D Leather Rifle Butt Cuff
Whether you’re seeking to improve your long gun’s onboard capacity, shooting comfort or aesthetic value—or any combination thereof—the Rifle Butt Cuff from Diamond D Custom Leather of Alaska can help.
2025 NRA Board Election Results
The National Rifle Association is pleased to announce the results of the 2025 elections for the NRA Board of Directors.
Gun Of The Week: Beretta USA BRX1
Welcome to American Rifleman’s Gun Of The Week, and for this episode, we have a customizable, Italian-made straight-pull rifle from Beretta to work with on the range.
The Armed Citizen® April 11, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Review: EAA Corp. Girsan Witness2311S Match 9 mm
EAA's Witness2311S gives American shooters the option of a value-driven, match-grade version of today's hybrid M1911, a design that typically commands a premium at the gun counter.
Henry Repeating Arms Moving All Manufacturing To Wisconsin
One hundred percent of Henry Repeating Arms manufacturing will soon be done in Wisconsin, according to a press release from the company in March.
I Have This Old Gun: Colt "Lightning" Revolver
Of Colt's Model 1877 double-action revolvers, the Lightning is the most well-known, chambered for the .38 Colt cartridge.
New For 2025: Lipsey's S&W Ultimate Carry Titanium J-Frame Revolver
The latest Lipsey's Exclusive revolver from Smith & Wesson includes a titanium cylinder that shaves three ounces of weight off the original Ultimate Carry revolver.
Tips & Techniques: Refresh A Tired Wood Stock—Without Refinishing
Did you know there is a way to permanently restore your stock to life—and it does not require refinishing.