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'Unquestionably A 1911:' The Nighthawk Custom/Thunder Ranch Combat Special
American Rifleman Executive Editor Joe Kurtenbach spent time at Thunder Ranch shooting a Combat Special 1911 that's the result of a collaboration between Clint Smith and Nighthawk Custom.
This Old Gun: Mossberg 142K
Though today the name Mossberg is most associated with shotguns, for more than a century the company has manufactured everything from handguns to hunting rifles. One such rifle was the .22-cal. 142K.
The Ruger No. 1: A Masterpiece of Simplicity
William Batterman Ruger is best known for his innovative mind in the firearm industry. His first design, the Ruger No. 1, is considered by many to be one of the finest single-shot rifles ever made.
NRA Gun of the Week: Ruger Mini Thirty Rifle
American Rifleman's Brian Sheetz explains why Ruger's Mini Thirty is a great all-around carbine for target shooting, hunting, predator control and personal defense.
Range Review: Devil Dog Arms 3.5 Standard
Looking for a 1911 that is more suitable for concealed carry? In this review, we take a look at one such 1911 produced by Devil Dog Arms that could fit the bill: the 3.5 Standard.
2020 Handgun of the Year: Springfield Armory Hellcat
American Rifleman staff selected the Springfield Armory Hellcat as their 2020 Handgun of the Year.
Review: Canik TP9 Elite SC
In this review we take a look into Canik's optic ready entry into the subcompact pistol market, the TP9 Elite SC.
First Look: Samson Mfg. A-TM Mini-14 Folding Stock
Regarding the collaboration between Ruger and Samson Mfg. to release this A-TM Folding Stock for the Mini-14, we can only say that we love it when a plan comes together.
California Sheriff Protects CCW Holders' Personal Information
Following a records request from the "San Francisco Chronicle," the Sutter County Sheriff is taking action to protect the private information citizens include in their CCW applications.
'A Grizzly Surprise:' Classic Ads for the Remington Model 8
No bear spray? How about a five-shot autoloading rifle designed by John Moses Browning? Here's how they marketed the Remington Model 8 way back when.
ARTV Preview: 82nd Airborne in Operation Market Garden WW2; Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Maple; Civil War Spiller & Burr Percussion Revolver
This week on on American Rifleman TV, we go back to the Netherlands in World War 2. During Operation Market Garden, the 82nd Airborne was tasked with capturing key bridges in the area near the city of Nijmegen. On "Rifleman Review" Brian Sheets reviews the Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Maple. "I Have This Old Gun" takes a look at the Spiller and Burr percussion revolver used by the Confederacy during the Civil War.
The M14 in Vietnam: One Veteran's Experience
Much has been said and written about the M14 rifle and its use in Vietnam, much of it critical. One U.S. Army veteran disagrees, saying his experience with the rifle was preferable to the M16.
2020 Rifle of the Year: Mauser M18
American Rifleman editors and contributors selected the Mauser M18 as their Rifle of the Year for 2020.
SAAMI Accepts .300 HAM'R Cartridge
Initially developed as an enhancement over the popular 300 BLK, the .300 HAM'R cartridge received official SAAMI certification in 2020.
This Old Gun: Great Western 'The Deputy' Revolver
Colt’s 1949 announcement to discontinue its Single Action Army (SAA) inspired a few entrepreneurial individuals to fill the void left by the Peacemaker’s departure.
New for 2020: Rock River Arms BT-9 4.5" Pistol
The American Rifleman staff takes a look at the smallest configuration of Rock River Arm's new BT-9 series, the BT92152 pistol in 9 mm.
New for 2020: EAA Girsan MC1911 Noel
American Rifleman Staff take a look at the new Girsan MC1911 Noel competiton handgun from EAA Corp.
The Armed Citizen® February 10, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for tales of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
5 Reasons to Shoot in Cold Weather
Why should you brave cold weather to shoot outdoors? Here are five reasons to consider it.
Review: EAA Girsan MC312
Benelli’s patent on the inertia operating system has run its course, and we are now seeing near clones of the Super Black Eagle on the market from a number of shotgun makers, including the Turkish-made Girsan MC312 reviewed here.