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Primary Arms Expands Facilities
Primary Arms is expanding, with new warehouses added to the number of existing facilities at the company's headquarters in Houston, Tex.
ARTV Preview: Silencer Central, Leupold VX-3HD and The Lancaster Pistol
This week on American Rifleman Television, we take a look at Silencer Central suppressors, examine the Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14X 40 mm CDS-ZL rifle scope and look back at the history of the British Lancaster pistol.
Preview: Kelty Fieldcraft Poncho
The made-in-U.S. Fieldcraft Poncho will keep you dry when needed and can be configured as a hammock, litter/stretcher or shelter.
A Remington Model 721 On Safari
A Remington Model 721 bolt-action—forerunner of the Model 700—was the author’s constant companion in Africa. And even though the gun itself is unremarkable, it is the center of stories that are anything but.
The Armed Citizen® August 9, 2021
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 2021: PROOF Research MDT Chassis Rifle
PROOF Research teamed up with Modular Driven Technologies to develop a chassis rifle that's designed to excel in long-range competition.
Rifleman Q&A: ’03 Springfield Sight Settings
From the American Rifleman archives, NRA member writes Dope Bag questioning adjusting the M1905 adjustable sight issued with the U.S. Caliber .30-06, Model 1903 Springfield rifle.
The .454 Casull: History and Performance
Based off the .45 Colt with twice the velocity, for the past six decades the .454 Casull cartridge has gained popularity for its power and has grown into a plentiful chambering option for magnum revolver enthusiasts.
FNX-45: FN Herstal's .45 ACP Joint Combat Pistol
Initially designed as an answer to the requests of the U.S. Joint Combat Pistol Program, the FNX-45 has gained notoriety since then for its adaptability, economics, and .45 ACP chambering.
The Armed Citizen® August 6, 2021
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
NRA Gun of the Week: EAA Churchill 620 Optics Tactical
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview American Rifleman staff have the latest Optics Tactical version of EAA’s Churchill 620 series of manually operated shotgun in 20 gauge.
A Flyboy’s Rifle: The Air Service ’03
Of all the many variants of the Model 1903 Springfield, one of the rarest—and most misunderstood—is the Air Service ’03, a rifle whose purpose remains a mystery even today.
Colt 1871-72 Open Top: The Revolver That Begat The Single Action Army
Though largely forgotten and scarce today, the Colt 1871-72 "Open Top" revolvers represented an evolution in design for Colt, and ultimately paved the way for the Colt to transition from the cap-and-ball era to the cartridge era of the Single Action Army.
Indiana Handgun Permits Applications Skyrocket
This past month, Indiana has experienced a missive jump in handgun permits after the state removed a $30 charge on the applications.
Rifleman Review: FN 509 Tactical
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of Rifleman Review from 2019 to learn more about the Fabrique Nationale FN 509 Tactical polymer-framed, striker-fired handgun that is also suppressor and optic-mounting ready.
Ruger American Pistol: A Duty-Ready Design
Since its introduction at the end of 2015, the Ruger American line of striker-fired, polymer-framed pistols has gained popularity and is now offered in several sizes and calibers.
NRA 150th: The Farr Rifle
For the better part of a century, George Farr’s record-setting rifle had been a cherished keepsake within his family’s estate, until now. It is on display today at the National Sporting Arms Museum in Springfield, Mo.
Mixed News On The Ammo Front
There has been a mix of bad and good news recently in regards to ammunition supply chains, ranging from highway robbery of millions of rounds, to companies opening up news space and forging new parterships to up capacity.
ARTV Preview: Making The S&W Shield Plus, Rock River Arms RUK 9BT and The French MAS 36
This week on American Rifleman Television, we get a behind-the-scenes look at how Smith & Wesson makes the Shield Plus pistol, test the Rock River Arms RUK 9BT large-format pistol and examine the history of the French MAS Model 1936 rifle.
Taurus Rides The Red-Dot Wave: The TX22 Competition & G3 T.O.R.O.
In 2019, Taurus Int’l made the business decision to set aside the company’s more unusual and exotic offerings. Instead, the team focused its efforts on improving product quality and manufacturing consistency while continuing to offer reliable handgun options that met its customers’ needs at affordable prices.