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Exploded View: Lee-Enfield No. 4 Mk I
The No. 4 Mk I Lee-Enfield made up the bulk of rifles used by British soldiers during World War II. Here's some background and disassembly tips.
Vista Outdoor Announces Record Quarter, New Acquisition
Vista Outdoor set new records in the 4th quarter of 2020, and the company announced the acquisition of Hevi-Shot Ammunition, too.
Review: Nighthawk TRS Commander
Though inspired by the 1911, Nighthawk Custom's TRS Commander takes the platform to an entirely new level.
I Have This Old Gun: British Pattern 1856 Cavalry Carbine
As the British military modernized its arsenal in the mid-19th century, the Pattern 1856 Cavalry Carbine joined the iconic Pattern 1853 Enfield in frontline service.
I Have This Old Gun: British Pattern 1856 Cavalry Carbine
As the British military modernized its arsenal in the mid-19th century, the Pattern 1856 Cavalry Carbine joined the iconic Pattern 1853 Enfield in frontline service.
Henry USA Pump Octagon: The Top-Selling Pump-Action Rifle of 2020
Pump-action rifles don't get much attention, but Henry leads the pack with its Pump Octagon.
Preview: Tyrant Designs Uni-Comp
As its name suggests, the Tyrant Designs Uni-Comp is a pistol compensator that—due to its unique two-piece construction—is universally compatible with any 9 mm Luger-chambered semi-automatic handgun with a 1/2x28 TPI threaded barrel.
ARTV Preview: Gatling and Bren Gun, CrossBreed Chest Rig Holster and British Baker Rifle
On this week's episode of American Rifleman TV, we continue with the top 10 machine guns of all time, with the Gatling and Bren Gun. We'll also take a look at the CrossBreed Chest Rig Holster along with the British Baker Rifle.
Rifleman Q&A: When Did M1 Carbines Get Bayonet Lugs?
I recently purchased an M1 carbine manufactured by Quality Hardware that has a bayonet lug. Is this part original to the gun or was it added later?
Firearm Companies Provide Gifts to Ailing Youth
A number of firearm-industry manufacturers banded together to ease one particular enthusiast's isolation during the pandemic.
Preview: Barnaul Subsonic 9mm
MKS Supply announced it would be providing subsonic steel-case 9mm ammunition through Russian manufacturer Barnaul.
Lord Lovat's Rifles: In Film, Recollection and Reality
The most famous rifle of D-Day—or at least the most memorable rifle of “The Longest Day”—wasn’t actually there. Lord Lovat did carry his Mannlicher-Schoenauer carbine in combat, however, and we can learn a lot about British and American guns used during World War II from his memoirs.
The Armed Citizen® February 8, 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: Kimber K6s DASA Target
Kimber expanded its K6s revolver line with a target-oriented model complete with a longer barrel and enhanced sights.
Preview: Leupold VX-3HD Riflescopes
Leupold announced an all-new lineup of riflescopes for 2021. The VX-3HD line gives hunters everything they need in a dedicated field optic.
Communist Small Arms of the Korean War
Throughout the Korean War, Communist North Korean and Chinese forces used a variety of small arms from different sources to arm their soldiers. Here we explore some of these Communist-used firearms.
New for 2021: Winchester Wildcat 22 SR (Suppressor Ready)
The Winchester Repeating Arms Wildcat 22 continues to be an exciting new gun for 2021, this year with enhancements that allow operators to include a silencer. Read on.
Marlin Model 1895: Top-Selling Lever-Action Rifle of 2020
Despite the turmoil surrounding Remington Outdoor, Marlin still topped the list of best-selling lever-action rifles in 2020.
The Bonded-Core Bullet: A Revolution for the Hunter
As rifle and cartridge technology has advanced, so have bullets. One of the biggest—and most popular—developments in hunting bullets has been the bonded core.
Preview: Brugger & Thomet Station SIX Suppressed Pistol
B&T USA is now importing the new Station SIX handgun, a wipe-suppressed, bolt-action handgun based off the previous B&T VP9 and British World War II-era Welrod pistol.