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A Lightweight Hammer: Browning’s A5 Hunter 20 Gauge

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 07:00
A new rendition of the modern A5 shrinks the bore to 20 gauge but manages to deliver the finest-swinging and softest-shooting gun in a new generation of Brownings.

The Armed Citizen® Dec. 2, 2024

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 06:00
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

Is Propellant Additive Manufacturing The Future Of The Ammo Business?

Sun, 12/01/2024 - 07:00
Although it’s in its infancy, this new technology signals a sweeping change coming for firearm enthusiasts. Less propellant, precise burn rates, improved reliability and enhanced performance are on the horizon—even if it’s a distant one.

Preview: Marlin Rifle Scopes: 1936 To 2014

Sun, 12/01/2024 - 06:00
As an avid Marlin rifle collector and member of the Marlin Firearms Collectors Ass’n, author John F. Grossen has thoroughly explored a niche of the Marlin world that few others have.

Review: Hammerli Forge H1

Sat, 11/30/2024 - 07:00
Although Hammerli's Forge H1 pistol is not a direct copy of John Browning's famed M1911 design, it does share qualities of that legacy platform while offering modern features in an affordable rimfire package.

New For 2025: Heritage Mfg. 92 Rifle & 92 Ranch Hand

Sat, 11/30/2024 - 06:00
In homage to the iconic Winchester 1892, Heritage Mfg. has launched a new line of 92 rifles, along with a 92-style pistol called the "Ranch Hand."

Gun Of The Week: Davidson’s Exclusive GForce Arms GF5 Plush

Fri, 11/29/2024 - 07:00
Join American Rifleman staff this week on the range with an affordable over-under shotgun made by GForce Arms for Davidson’s Gallery of Guns.

The Armed Citizen® Nov. 29, 2024

Fri, 11/29/2024 - 06:00
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 Guns For 2025

Thu, 11/28/2024 - 07:00
The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers’ (NASGW) annual meetings and expo provides us with a sneak peek into 2025's new gun models making their way into the market place in the near future.

Federal Ammunition Continues Support Of Kids & Clays Foundation

Thu, 11/28/2024 - 06:00
Federal Ammunition has long provided dedicated support to the Kids & Clays Foundation and its mission to help critically ill children and their families.

I Have This Old Gun: Savage Arms Model 99

Wed, 11/27/2024 - 07:00
While Winchester has produced some of the most iconic lever-action designs in American history, it has to be remembered that the Savage Model 99 was also an incredibly strong and popular design, too.

New For 2025: Canik Mete MC9L & MC9LS

Wed, 11/27/2024 - 06:00
Canik is expanding its Mete line with two new models, the MC9L and MC9LS, that offer increases in several dimensions for shooters looking for increased capacity or a longer barrel.

Handloads: A .257 Ackley Improved Load Worth The Effort

Tue, 11/26/2024 - 08:00
In his Handbook For Shooters And Reloaders (Volume 1), P.O. Ackley wrote of the .257 Ackley Improved that, “It is a relatively efficient cartridge, flexible and comes close to the mythical ‘all around cartridge.’”

Rifleman Report: Your Voice Matters

Tue, 11/26/2024 - 07:00
Slogans along the lines of “Your voice matters” are not uncommon during election cycles—including the one that just recently occurred, which may have been one of the most consequential yet for gun owners.

Holiday Deals For Gun Owners

Tue, 11/26/2024 - 06:00
Look no further if you’re interested in saving cash and still finding the right gift for a gun owner on your holiday shopping list. We’ve spared no effort in identifying a lengthy list of special deals, rebates and other promotions. 

I Have This Old Gun: Montenegrin Gasser Revolver

Mon, 11/25/2024 - 07:00
The Montenegrin Gasser shown here is a classic 1870/74 style and is the real article, actually produced by Gasser in Vienna. It has typical Montenegrin aftermarket silver stocks embellished with turquoise, coral and pearls.

The Armed Citizen® Nov. 25, 2024

Mon, 11/25/2024 - 06:00
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

Exploded View: Remington Model 700

Sun, 11/24/2024 - 07:00
Since 1962, more Remington Model 700s have been sold than any other bolt-action rifle before or since, and this detailed disassembly guide, exploded view and brief history of the platform, is one worth filing near the toolbox.

Preview: Wildgame Innovations ZeroTrace Portable

Sun, 11/24/2024 - 06:00
The PureION technology employed by Wildgame Innovations’ ZeroTrace line of odor-elimination products chemically neutralizes offending smells—without resorting to an ozone generator—and the company’s Portable unit is the line’s most versatile product yet.

Review: Christensen Arms Modern Precision Rimfire Rifle

Sat, 11/23/2024 - 07:00
The Modern Precision Rimfire from Christensen Arms builds upon time-honored blueprints and is crafted from its maker's flash-forged carbon-fiber technology to create an accurate and fun-to-shoot repeating rifle.

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