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Review: Ruger SP101 in .327 Fed. Mag.

Sat, 06/27/2020 - 03:00
The versatile and easy-shooting design of the Ruger SP101 in .327 Fed. Mag. makes it a lesser-known revolver that's worth considering.

Kel-Tec Sub2000: A Popular Pistol-Caliber Carbine

Sat, 06/27/2020 - 03:00
According to the sales rankings on GunBroker.com, the Kel-Tec Sub2000 is one of the most popular semi-automatic firearms sold on the company's site.

The Keefe Report: Colt Now Shipping AR-15s

Fri, 06/26/2020 - 08:33
With demand increasing for AR-15s, Colt told American Rifleman that it has resumed shipping its LE6920 carbines to commercial customers.

The Armed Citizen® June 26, 2020

Fri, 06/26/2020 - 03:16
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for tales of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

NRA Gun of the Week: Ruger Custom Shop Super GP100 Competition

Fri, 06/26/2020 - 03:14
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” NRA’s American Rifleman staff delve into a competition-ready GP100 from Ruger’s Custom Shop.

Magnum Research Donates Revolvers to Lucas Oil Bull Ride

Fri, 06/26/2020 - 03:05
Magnum Research partnered with Lucas Oil and donated three revolvers for a raffle as part of Lucas Oil's Invitational Pro Bull Ride.

This Old Gun: Colt Official Police Revolver

Fri, 06/26/2020 - 03:00
In this episode of “I Have This Old Gun,” American Rifleman TV examines a classic revolver designed by Colt's for law enforcement during the mid-20th century.

New Zealand Gun Buyback Program Plagued By Failures

Thu, 06/25/2020 - 03:10
Despite being touted as a success, the New Zealand gun buyback program accomplished little.

Favorite Firearms: A Remington Nylon 76 From Santa

Thu, 06/25/2020 - 02:30
It was Christmas of 1962 when Santa Claus (my dad) surprised me with a new .22 rifle. I had spent the past year and half in the Boy Scouts, and one of my scoutmaster’s favorite pastimes was hunting jackrabbits.

Top 10 Infantry Rifles of All Time

Thu, 06/25/2020 - 02:18
Chosen through staff votes, these top 10 infantry rifles of all time were picked due to innovation, effectiveness, service life, impact on history and small-arms development.

At the Range: Steyr AUG

Wed, 06/24/2020 - 03:17
The Steyr Armee Universale Gewehr or AUG was a gun ahead of its time. Here's some background on this innovative bullpup, as well as video of its operation.

The .500 S&W Magnum: Most Powerful Handgun Round In The World

Wed, 06/24/2020 - 02:43
In 2002, Smith & Wesson developed the .500 S&W Magnum, the most powerful handgun round in the world. Here's how it was done.

Review: Walther CCP M2 .380

Tue, 06/23/2020 - 06:00
Unlike most gas-operated systems, the Walther CCP M2 in .380 ACP uses gas to keep the slide locked under pressure.

Ruger Wrangler: A Popular Rimfire Revolver for Those on a Budget

Tue, 06/23/2020 - 03:24
Ruger's Wrangler rimfire revolver was in the top three of guns sold on GunBroker last year, and it remains a top option for those looking for a budget plinker.

New for 2020: Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ

Tue, 06/23/2020 - 03:13
Smith & Wesson now offers a Performance Center variant of its popular M&P 9 Shield EZ handgun.

The Armed Citizen® June 22, 2020

Mon, 06/22/2020 - 06:34
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for tales of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

Editor's Choice: Holosun HE509T-RD

Mon, 06/22/2020 - 05:56
HOLOSUN’s HE509T-RD provides all of the benefits of the company’s expansive lineup of red-dot sights while adding an enclosed titanium housing.

Review: ZRODelta Modulus

Mon, 06/22/2020 - 02:35
The ZRODelta Modulus looks and feels like a Glock, but its modular construction is a new concept entirely.

When Pigs Fly: The Heliborne M60 Machine Gun in Vietnam

Sun, 06/21/2020 - 05:56
The conflict in Vietnam is considered by many to have been an infantryman’s war. While that may be true, it certainly took a tremendous amount of support from the air and the sea to give American soldiers and Marines a competitive advantage in the harsh environment of Southeast Asia.

The Armed Citizen® June 19, 2020

Fri, 06/19/2020 - 08:51
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for tales of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

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