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The Armed Citizen® September 4, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Review: Ruger Super GP100 Competition 9mm Revolver
In this review we take a look at the Ruger Super GP100 Competition revolver chambered for the rimless 9 mm cartridge.
Geissele Donates 250,000 Masks for 2021 SHOT Show
the National Shooting Sports Foundation is going full steam ahead with SHOT Show in 2021, and this mask donation makes it possible.
Origins of Pistolcraft: The Development of the 'Modern Technique'
Over the time that I worked as a police officer and then as a gunwriter, I have informally tried to determine where, when and by whom fighting pistolcraft began.
'Over There:' Stalemate, Fighting & Firearms on the Western Front
Watch this American Rifleman TV segment "Over There Part One" to learn about the impact that German weaponry during World War I and the human cost of battles like Verdun.
Kel-Tec KSG: A Top-Selling Pump-Action Shotgun
The Kel-Tec KSG snagged one of the top-selling slots on GunBroker's sales platform in 2019, highlighting its popularity.
The Shooter’s Guide To The Browning Hi Power, Revised Edition
This revised edition of "The Shooter's Guide to the Browning Hi Power" is a must-have for practical users of this famous John Browning design.
New for 2020: Lipsey's Glock Pistole P80
In a faithful reproduction of the first Glock handgun introduced in the 1980s, Glock and Lipsey's partnered in the creation of a retro Pistole P80.
Handloads: .25-35 Winchester
Most every used-gun rack contains at least several Winchester Model 94s. Most are chambered in .30-30 Win., but a surprising number are chambered in .25-35 Win. Actually, quite a few rifles have been made to fire .25-35.
Firearm Industry Goes Virtual During COVID-19
Due to the social-distancing requirements in place to limit the spread of coronavirus, many industry events are moving to a virtual space.
New for 2020: Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III
The new Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon III over-and-under shotgun is based on its tried-and-true 680 platform and available in multiple gauges.
Review: Benelli Lupo
Benelli, the Italian firm best known for shotguns, now has a bolt-action rifle, and it's an innovative platform that shoots remarkably well.
The Armed Citizen® August 31, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Product Preview: SIG Sauer M18 Proforce
SIG Sauer now offers an airsoft trainer designed to mimic its M18 modular handgun.
Origin of the Sniper: Rifle Development & Accuracy Potential
Before sniping could make an impact on the battlefield, two things were required: accurate rifles and optical sights.
New for 2020: Glock G43X & G48 MOS
In a double whammy, Glock brought its Modular Optic System to its G43X and G48 Slimline pistols.
The Mismatched Model 27: A Curious Revolver
Wiley Clapp found a Smith & Wesson Model 27 at his local gun shop, but all is not as it seems with this particular revolver.
Review: Ruger SR1911 Lightweight Commander
Nearly five years ago, Sturm, Ruger & Co. launched its first SR1911 pistol. The result has been a family of pistols that are extremely well-made at a very reasonable price.
Browning Auto 5: A Top-Selling Semi-Auto Shotgun
The Auto 5 as designed by John Browning has been around for a while, and it's still a popular seller today, albeit in a slightly different configuration.
5 Steps to Improve Your Dry-Fire Routine
Here we take a look at five steps to dry firing to both improve trigger familiarity and increase consistency.