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10 Companies Join SAAMI—Why It’s Good News For Enthusiasts
There’s good reason why more firearm and ammunition manufacturers joining SAAMI, an organization founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is good news for gun owners.
Designing & Loading Winchester's .21 Sharp Cartridge
Winchester's new .21 Sharp cartridge is designed to solve some of the longstanding problems with .22 Long Rifle and give consumers more options. Here's how the company designed it.
Benelli Adds "Advanced Impact" Technology To Popular Shotgun Models
Benelli's new "Advanced Impact" technology results in a new shotgun bore configuration, and the company promises that this offers greater pellet penetration on target.
Dick Metcalf Gun Collection Up For Auction
Longtime firearm industry author Dick Metcalf passed away in October 2023, and now, select examples from his extensive collection of firearms, curated by Sportsman's Legacy, are up for auction through GunBroker.com.
Review: Springfield Model 2020 Redline
In situations where hunters have to hike up and down ridges, every ounce counts, and for these mobile hunters, Springfield Armory has introduced the Model 2020 Redline.
Preview: The Evolution Of Gun Making: Machine Made Weapons 1700-1820
In The Evolution Of Gun Making, Peter Smithhurst, retired senior curator of the Royal Armouries, explores the cases of two military muskets, the French Model 1777 and the Russian Model 1808.
Report Highlights Economic Impact Of Target Shooting
The positive role firearm owners and their enthusiasm for the shooting sports play in the economy shows in a report released by the Sportsman’s Alliance Foundation in early 2025.
The “M1917 Carbine”
Overshadowed in history by the Springfield M1903, the U.S. Model 1917 was nonetheless an important infantry rifle beginning in World War I—and a little-known “Carbine” variant would, much later, arm Chinese, North Korean and North Vietnamese troops.
The Armed Citizen® March 10, 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.
Bersa Follows Trend, Begins American Manufacturing
Bersa USA’s announcement that it was exhibiting at the IWA Outdoor Classic Exhibition in Nuremberg, signals yet another step forward for a company following a path other famed firearm firms have taken to find success—moving some or all manufacturing to the United States.
Preview: FOXPRO X24
This compact system, controlled by the TX-1000 wireless remote (three AAAs), features Xtreme High Definition speakers with improved frequency response with 24-bit audio for realistic sound clarity and comes loaded with more than 200 animal sounds.
Review: Bear Creek Arsenal BC-202
This handy Bear Creek Arsenal BC-202 carbine is based on the now-discontinued Ruger 10/22 Magnum.
New For 2025: Century Arms AP5-SD & AP5-L
Century Arms has expanded its AP5 family of MP5 clones with two unique options, both equipped with faux suppressors designed to preserve the original look of the MP5 design without running afoul of NFA laws.
Preview: Tag Precision TSF TAC
The user-customizable nature of Tag Precision’s products makes them even more versatile than similar designs.
Gun Of The Week: POF USA P-15 Base
We’re on the range with a 5.56 NATO-chambered carbine from Patriot Ordnance Factory. This POF USA P-15 Base has all the features you need, along with a few extra touches.
The Armed Citizen® March 7, 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: Browning X-Bolt 2 Hunter
Configured with a Steiner Predator optic and Magpul MOE bipod, the author put Browning's latest X-Bolt 2 Hunter rifle to the test, discovering superb accuracy out of this traditionally styled platform.
Henry Honors U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th Anniversary With Tribute Rifle
Henry Repeating Arms has introduced the Spirit of the Corps Tribute Edition Rifle, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps and the men and women who have joined its ranks.
Rifleman Review: Colt's Blued Python
With the introduction of blued Colt Pythons, the company answered the demands of many consumers, including NRA Media Editorial Director Mark Keefe.
New For 2025: Mossberg MVP Patrol Professional & Suppressor-Ready Patriot Carbine
For 2025, Mossberg has updated its MVP Patrol and Patriot Carbine with a few duty-ready features designed to take advantage of today's popular accessories.