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Steyr M1912: The Underrated Habsburg Hammer Gun
When it comes to surplus semi-automatic handguns from the early 20th century, the Steyr M1912 is arguably one of the most underrated pistols in this category, yet offers plenty of history and usability to collectors.
FN Announces Free FN 509 Magazines Promotion
FN America has announced a FN 509 Free Magazines Promotion for all FN 509 models,
Rifleman Review: Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5"
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of "Rifleman Review" from 2020 to learn more about the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5" in 9 mm Luger.
Kimber America: From Rifles To 1911s & More
Kimber America is renowned for fine firearms with performance to match. Its meticulous 1911s are among the best available today, but the firm didn’t launch with pistols.
Preview: E&L Universal Brass Catcher
Save precious spent brass, and your back with the E&L Mfg.’s Model 144 Universal Brass Catcher. The unit is designed for maximum compatibility, too—any flat-top receiver design topped with a Picatinny rail segment at least seven slots in length will work.
Review: Taurus 1911 Officer
For the first decade of production, Taurus stuck with full-size “Government Model” M1911s before expanding its lineup in 2018 to include more compact models as well. Here we examine the latter, the 1911 Officer
Gun Sales Surge In Eastern Europe
Even before Russia’s unprovoked Feb. 24 attack on Ukraine, the Australian Financial Review reported gun stores in the nation were out of stock or close to being so.
Aerospace DNA At A Down-To-Earth Price: Canik’s METE SFx
Manufactured by Turkey’s Samsun and imported by Century Arms, the Canik METE SFx doublestack in 9 mm Luger is ready to race and priced to sell.
Preview: Bianchi Weathered Series Professional Holster
Finding the perfect, comfortable, broken-in holster to pair with your well-worn handgun is now easy, thanks to Bianchi.
The Armed Citizen® March 14, 2022
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
New For 2022: CZ Scorpion 3+ Pistol
CZ USA announced the release of a new and improved version of its Scorpion line of large-format pistols with the introduction of the new Scorpion 3+ Micro.
Preview: Viktos AlphaDawn
The Viktos AlphaDawn is a hooded, zip-up jacket that, thanks to its highly compressible, ripstop polyester construction, can function equally well on its own or as a middle layer when the temperatures dip.
Great Guns Of The American West
Beyond their utilitarian function, firearms have been admired over the centuries for their intrinsic artistic form and, often, their lavishly applied decoration. Pictured here are guns belonging to one of America’s foremost collectors with provenance to legendary figures such as Bat Masterson, George Armstrong Custer, Tom Horn, Tom Mix and Jesse James.
Shooting The Icons Of An Empire: Victorian Riflemen Springtown Match
Compared to most marksmanship competitions today, those held in Springtown, Penn., every year are for more unusual and dated firearms. Follow Kenneth L. Smith-Christmas as he recounts the experience of a "Victorian Riflemen" match.
Ruger Rare Guns Auctions Raise $820,000 For Charities
Some of the rare firearms sold to benefit the SSSF include a striking Ruger Vaquero revolver that featured a hand-engraved western scroll design.
The Armed Citizen® March 11, 2022
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Rifleman Q&A: 6 mm PPC Handloading Dangers?
A reader inquires about the potential dangers associated with handloading a popular 6 mm rifle cartridge.
NRA Gun of the Week: SCCY Industries DVG-1RD
On this “Gun of the Week” video preview, the American Rifleman staff examines a concealed-carry pistol from SCCY Industries that features striker-fired operation, an optic-equipped slide and more.
The Guns You Don't See: Five Types Of Firearms That Rarely Make It Stateside
Though the U.S. is one of the largest markets for civilian firearms in the world, certain types of guns rarely make it to our shores. Follow Jeremiah Knupp as he explores five types of firearms you won't find being imported for the U.S. market.
Barrett Firearms Celebrates 40th Anniversary
From its first shoulder-fired .50 BMG-chambered rifle to switch-barrel Precision Sniper rifle systems, Barrett Firearms continues to make history, this year with its 40th year of business.