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RIfleman Q&A: Derringer Rifles?
A reader inquires: Can you identify my rifle? The only markings on it are “U.S. Derringer, Philadelphia 1826.” Any information would be appreciated.
NRA Gun Of The Week: Sauer S-101 Highland XTC
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range to learn about an ultralight rifle from one of the world’s oldest gunmakers: J.P. Sauer & Sohn.
Perfecting Long-Range Shooting Inside 100 Yards
As fun and competitive long-range shooting is, not everyone has consistent access to long shooting ranges. Despite that, you can still build your long range shooting skills at 100 yards.
Speedy Delivery: BATFE’s eForm 4 Approval Process
National Firearm Act applications see accelerated processing times via electronic submission, in as little as one week, in some cases.
Editor's Choice: Winchester Copper Impact
Winchester Ammunition had previously offered its Copper Impact loads as a subset of the Deer Season XP series, but the manufacturer recently separated the two product lines while also introducing numerous new chamberings to the Copper Impact family.
Rifleman Review: Taurus G3c
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of "Rifleman Review" from 2020 to learn more about the Taurus G3c compact pistol chambered in 9 mm Luger.
Olight Recalls M2R Pro & Warrior Mini Flashlights
Olight has issued a recall of its M2R Pro and Warrior Mini flashlights due to a small chance they may be turned on inadvertently and overheat while stored in a holster or a consumer’s pocket, posing a burn hazard.
Handloads: An Easy-Recoiling 8 mm Mauser
Most Americans identify it simply as the 8 mm Mauser, but it has also been referred to as 7.92x57 mm Mauser, 8x57 mm Mauser, 8x57 mm JS and 8x57 mm S.
Preview: Lucid C3 Weapons Light
Long recognized as a purveyor of quality, economical red-dot and variable-magnification riflescopes, Lucid Optics has now stepped into the illumination game with its C3 Weapons Light.
NAA Guardian: A Sturdy, Little Pocket Pistol
The quality of the pistols coming out of NAA don’t garner a lot of headlines, but just ask any enthusiast who has owned one of their revolvers for decades.
Preview: Alexo Athletica x Springfield Armory Readywear
Springfield Armory partnered with Alexo Athletica to create a special collection of "readywear" for those with an active lifestyle who still want to be prepared for any contingency.
Preview: Peters Paper Shotshells
With Remington Ammuniton’s return to the market, “paper or plastic?” is no longer a question just for the grocery store.
Editor's Choice: Smith & Wesson CSX
Smith & Wesson has decided to go old school with its new CSX pistol. The aluminum-frame, external-hammer-fired, single-action 9 mm semi-automatic has a 3.1" barrel and holds either 10 or 12 rounds depending on the magazine you choose.
Loading Bench: Hit The Mark, Weather Or Not
Years ago, hunters rarely considered that the propellant they handloaded into their rifle cartridges could cause enough of a swing in velocity between shooting during the summer heat and the winter cold that it might cause them to miss their targets and/or game at extended distances.
The Armed Citizen® April 4, 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.
Weatherby's Vanguard: The Company's Most Popular Bolt Action
Decades after Roy Weatherby put his time, money and life’s work into making rifles and cartridges, the Weatherby Vanguard, formerly a bit player in the Weatherby saga, has risen to become the firm’s most popular rifle—and with good reason.
Marlin Reborn: Ruger Resurrects A Legend
Two industry heavyweights are now under the same management, in fact, under the same roof. If the track records of both hold true, the collaboration will be a success. But those responsible for the new Marlins are taking nothing for granted.
Benelli's M2: A Tried-And-True Repeater
The M2’s virtues continue to make it a popular choice to this day, and there’s a staggering variety of models from which to choose.
MidwayUSA Receives 2021 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award
The honor is presented annually by the President of the United States to manufacturing, service and small businesses, as well as health care, education and nonprofit organizations that apply and are judged to be outstanding in the seven Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence.
Rifleman Q&A: Bullets For Blanks
A reader inquires about converting Lake City Ordnance blank ammunition.