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5.11 Tactical's New, Decidedly Different, Designs for Her
5.11 Tactical was one of the first manufacturers to offer traditional range clothing for women, and it has continually expanded its wares to better reflect the fit and function of women who carry guns.
Wiley Clapp: The Best SIGs Ever?
As the popularity of SIG Sauer pistols soars in the U.S., Wiley Clapp says his favorite models were the SIG Anti-Snag (SAS),in particular the P220.
Fear & Loading: Latest NICS Check Numbers
The FBI just released the NICS check numbers for February, and last month was the second-highest on record for the period—eclipsed only by 2016’s figure.
Handguns and Holsters: Seminars Focus on CCW for Women
How does a woman choose the right carry gun and method of carry? The same way she selects the rest of her wardrobe—after lots of “trying on.”
Product Preview: XS Sights XTI DXW Big Dot
Designed to be used as a secondary, non-magnified sighting solution aboard carbines primarily utilizing a magnified optic, XS Sights’ XTI (Xpress Threat Interdiction) line allows for quick, close-range target acquisition without forcing the shooter to break his or her cheekweld or fiddle with the scope.
I Have This Old Gun: Sauer 38H Pistol
When one thinks of ground-breaking double-action pocket pistols, those that probably come to mind are examples from the superb Walther PP series.
Winchester Goes To War
Throughout this century, Winchester has been called upon to be a vital part of the ”Arsenal of Democracy.” Though not as well regarded as its commercial guns, the firm’s military arms served our servicemen and women well in both World Wars.
Keefe Report: Is Walnut The New Black?
Want to know what is on the minds of the American shooting public? This month, anyway, it seems to be the M1 carbine.
Fear & Loading: Top Rifle Producers Per State
If you’ve ever wondered who makes the most rifles in your area, the answer is found in BATFE’s “Annual Firearms Manufacturing and Export Report.”
General Motors Went To War
Most are not surprised that General Motors Corp. turned out trucks and other types of vehicles during World War II, but many are not aware that GM was also a major supplier of firearms to the “Arsenal of Democracy.”
Federal Premium Wins Telly Award for Super Collector Video
Federal Premium Ammunition has been awarded a bronze Telly Award for its short film “Doc—Collecting a Legacy.”
The Armed Citizen® April 11, 2016
Pennsylvania authorities have ruled that a Reading man was justified in the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old who was assaulting him.
10 Ways to Manage Recoil
For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Here are 10 suggestions for taking the kick out of your next trip to the range or field.
Video: German MP40 Submachine Gun
Watch this "I Have This Old Gun" segment from a recent episode of American Rifleman TV as editors examines the German MP40 Submachine Gun.
Rifleman Q&A: Shotgun Barrel Regulation
Q: Is there an industry standard for the regulation of double-barreled shotguns? Out of the box, my side-by-side shoots 2" low and 2" to the left. And, has the American Rifleman staff changed the process for evaluating pattern effectiveness in its “Dope Bag” section?
NRA Gun of the Week: Ruger AR-556 Rifle
There is still a market for no-frill, standard M4-style rifles, and Ruger offers just that.
Giving Ugly Guns a Second Chance
One way or another, those of us who are devoted to shooting will eventually end up with at least one ugly handgun.
The Armed Citizen® April 8, 2016
Criminals who think they can get off the hook by hiding the evidence after committing an armed assault, take note.
Editor's Choice: Alien Gear Cloak Mod Holster
Best known for its multi-layer, synthetic IWB holsters, Alien Gear has applied its ingenuity to a paddle-style OWB rig
Tested: Federal Premium 3rd Degree Turkey Loads
Did Federal Premium create the Holy Grail of turkey loads? After testing its new 3rd Degree at both close and long range, the longtime goal of “tighter is better” might be a trend of the past.