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The Armed Citizen® Aug. 30, 2024
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 For 2024: Savage Arms AXIS 2
Savage Arms announced the launch of its second generation of AXIS rifles in 2024. The new line, dubbed the AXIS 2, offers five different models loaded with next-generation updates and tailored to different segments of the firearm market.
From Slave To Gunsmith: The James Jones Story
A once-enslaved southern man, James Monroe Jones, migrated north from the Carolinas and eventually settled in Canada, where he learned and perfected the craft of gunsmithing, turning out exquisite derringers and long guns.
Heckler & Koch Celebrates 75 Years With Limited-Edition Pistols And Rifles
Heckler & Koch is marking its 75th anniversary this year with several exclusive firearms that pay homage to its legacy.
I Have This Old Gun: Daisy Buck Jones BB Gun
When it comes to air rifles and BB guns, one of the most recognizable names is Daisy, and of Daisy's models, the one most people know is the Red Ryder. However, before the Red Ryder, there was the Buck Jones.
New For 2024: TriStar Arms Phoenix
Joining TriStar's existing line of double-barrel, side-by-side shotguns is the Phoenix, a valued-priced model chambered for 12- and 20-gauge shotshells.
NRA Engages Former Solicitor General to Lead Litigation in First Amendment Case
The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) announced that it has retained former United States Solicitor General Noel Francisco to lead the Association’s continued legal efforts against public officials who weaponized government against the NRA and its members.
Springfield Adds Agency Optic System To M1911s
Springfield Armory has now incorporated the Agency Optic System (AOS) into several of its M1911 lines, including the Operator, Emissary and Ronin.
Review: EOTech Vudu X 1-6X 24mm SFP
When optics manufacturer EOTech proposed to build a lower-priced line of riflescopes, the company had to give some serious thought to which features would stay and which would go. The result was the Vudu X line.
Ruger Releases 75th Anniversary Limited Production Engraved No. 1
Ruger is celebrating its 75th year as an American firearms manufacturer this year, and to commemorate the milestone, the company is releasing a very special edition of one of America’s most iconic firearms—the Ruger No. 1.
The Return Of The Blued Python
Colt faced the challenging task of living up to a legend when it decided to bring back its blued Python revolver—and it appears to have succeeded in spectacular fashion.
The Armed Citizen® Aug. 26, 2024
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Silencer Central Named To Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Firms
Silencer Central once again made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the nation, nabbing second place in the state of South Dakota.
Preview: Irish Setter VaprTrek
Manufactured using U.S.-raised steer hides, the VaprTrek from Irish Setter is a comfortable, water-resistant, scent-blocking 8" full-grain leather boot with a multi-purpose camouflage pattern—making it a great choice for hunters putting in long days.
New For 2024: Wilson Combat NULA Model 20S
Wilson Combat's NULA Model 20S is based on the company's short-action Model 20, but this model is a micro-action sized for popular AR-15 cartridges.
Product Preview: Mission First Tactical EXD Metal Back Up Sights
Having back-up iron sights can keep a rifle going, and Mission First Tactical now has a rugged set in its EXD Metal design. The sights are CNC-machined from steel to fit Picatinny rails and then nitride treated.
Gun Of The Week: Extar EP9 Carbine
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range this week with an Extar EP9 pistol-caliber carbine, a unique, lightweight design that feeds from Glock pistol magazines.
The Armed Citizen® Aug. 23, 2024
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: Taurus TX22 Black T.O.R.O.
The latest TX22 model from Taurus, the TX22 Black T.O.R.O., combines features from all of the company's previous rimfire handguns.
The North-South Skirmish Association Mortar Match
One of the North-South Skirmish Association's skirmishes involves the use of mortars, and there are dozens of teams competing to be the most accurate gunners at the association's Fort Shenandoah range.