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Firearm Imports Increased 60 Percent in 2020
The unprecedented demand for firearms and ammunition in 2020 was partially supplied by foreign manufacturers.
The Baby Browning: A .25 ACP Pocket Pistol for Personal Protection
Chambered in .25 ACP, the Baby Browning micro handgun design was a popular option for a pocket pistol imported from Europe during the 1950s and 1960s.
ARTV: The Making of Heritage Revolvers
In this episode of American Rifleman TV we look at the process in which Heritage Manufacturing Inc. builds its rimfire .22-cal. revolving handguns and carbines.
Ruger American: One of 2020's Best-Selling Bolt-Actions
What more could today's consumers want from a bolt-action rifle? Ruger's American is one of GunBroker's top-selling bolt-actions of 2020.
NRA: Still Training Law Enforcement
With the establishment of its Law Enforcement Division, the National Rifle Association ensured that today's police have access to the training necessary to do their jobs well.
New for 2021: Winchester Model 70 Long Range MB
Winchester Repeating Arms extends its legendary Model 70 lineup for 2021 with the Long Range MB that includes the company’s pre-’64 claw extractor, controlled-round feed, Bell & Carlson furniture and more.
Ruger Wrangler: A Top-Selling Revolver in 2020
Ruger's inexpensive Wrangler rimfire revolver took the No. 2 slot in GunBroker's list of best-selling revolvers in 2020.
New for 2021: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus
Smith & Wesson enhanced its M&P Shield line with its all-new Plus model, which provides more capacity than previous models and an all-new trigger.
Review: Ruger MAX-9
Ruger’s optics-ready entrant into the micro-compact pistol category is built on proven design principles and sound ergonomics, and it is surprisingly shootable—all at an affordable price.
Favorite Firearms: A Holland & Holland on a Deer Hunt
A young hunter saw a Holland & Holland rifle on a deer hunt, not knowing it would be his decades later.
The Armed Citizen® March 15, 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.
Rifleman Q&A: What Does My Garand Stock Stamp Mean?
Q: I have an M1 Garand rifle that has “SA/EMcF” on the left side of the stock. Is the marking from the inspection process, and is it possible to know who approved my rifle?
New for 2021: Smith & Wesson M648
Built on the company’s K-Frame, the Smith & Wesson Model 648 continues to supply the market in 2021 with an exciting, eight-shot double-action revolver chambered for .22 WMR.
Review: Christensen Arms MPR .300 Win. Mag.
Christensen Arms now offers a Modern Precision Rifle chambered in .300 Win. Mag. for long range shooters and magnum cartridge fans.
Preview: GPO Spectra 6X Riflescopes
German Precision Optics announced the launch of six new riflescopes designed to meet the demands of American hunters.
Smith & Wesson To Host First Virtual Event for Consumers
Consumers can take part in Smith & Wesson's first-ever virtual event on March 15 at 8 p.m. EST.
The Armed Citizen® March 12, 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.
The 'Trench Gun' in World War I
During World War I American “Doughboys” went “over the top” with a fearsome, distinctly American arm—the trench shotgun.
NRA Gun of the Week: Desert Tech MDRX
On this week’s “Gun of the Week,” American Rifleman staff check out a multi-caliber bullpup from Desert Tech.
Review: Springfield Armory Ronin 10 mm
The Springfield Armory Ronin 1911 series now has a new chambering to go along with the existing 9 mm and .45 ACP options, 10 mm Auto.