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Springfield Armory Announces the 9 mm XD-S Mod.2 Pistol
Springfield Armory has introduced its most popular pistol, the XD-S Mod.2, in 9 mm.
The Last Great Mouse Gun Race
Three small-caliber carry pistols face off at the range to see how they perform when the heat is on!
Tonight on American Rifleman TV: Inside EAA; Ruger Precision Rimfire Rifle; British Pattern 1856 Carbine
This week American Rifleman TV goes inside European American Armory, one of the foremost gun importers in the United States.
Alien Gear Holsters "ShapeShift Starter Kit" Now Called "ShapeShift Core Carry Pack"
Alien Gear Holsters has renamed its flagship product, the ShapeShift Starter Kit, to the ShapeShift Core Carry Pack, which more accurately describes its purpose and intended customer.
Tested: Ruger's Compact GP100 Revolvers
Trimming a bit off the barrel and grip makes the reliable GP100 a potent, portable package for concealed carry, home defense and the great outdoors.
SIG Sauer Adds .223 Rem. and .308 Win. SIG FMJ Rifle Ammo
SIG Sauer has added .223 Rem. and .308 Win. full metal jacket (FMJ) training rounds to its Elite Performance line of rifle ammunition.
M&P Shield M2.0 Crimson Trace Models Now in .45 Auto
Smith & Wesson has expanded its lineup with an M&P45 Shield M2.0 pistol with integrated Crimson Trace red or green laser.
Video—ARTV: SIG Sauer MCX and MPX
With virtually the entire SIG Sauer line made in its Newington, N.H., facility SIG Sauer is proud to produce American-made firearms for years.
I Have This Old Gun: Smith & Wesson “Wolf & Klar” .44 Hand Ejector, Third Model
Many collectors have an affinity for firearms with a connection to Texas, such as Smith & Wesson’s Third Model Hand Ejector revolver, also called the Wolf & Klar Model. Although now long gone, Wolf & Klar (W&K) was a Fort Worth pawn shop started by German immigrants Alex Wolf and Jacob Klar that became a prominent hardware, jewelry and gun store during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Armed Citizen® July 30, 2018
Having a security system didn’t protect a Florida woman against a break-in by her ex-boyfriend, but having an armed son did.
NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Tulster Holster and Echo Mag Carrier
American Rifleman's Joe Kurtenbach tests a new Kydex holster and the Echo Mag Carrier from Tulster.
NRA Gun of the Week: Bergara B-14 HMR Rifle
American Rifleman’s Christopher Olsen takes a look at the Hunting and Match Rifle from Bergara USA.
Vista Outdoor Raises Funds for Military Veterans Group
Employees and partners of Vista Outdoor have donated more than $146,000 to the Veterans Community Project (VCP), a 501(c)(3) Missouri nonprofit corporation whose goal is to eliminate homelessness in the military veteran community.
Video—I Have This Old Gun: U.S. M3A1 Grease Gun
Check out this "I Have This Old Gun" segment from a recent episode of ARTV, with a look at the U.S. M3A1 Grease Gun.
Testing the .357 Mag. Cartridge
The .357 Mag. immediately became a favorite with hunters, outdoorsmen and those who appreciated its increased muzzle velocity over the .38 Special.
The Armed Citizen® July 27, 2018
Calling 9-1-1 when someone breaks into your home is the right thing to do, but sometimes help doesn’t arrive soon enough.
Army Picks SIG Tango6
The U.S. Army has announced its request for 6,069 SIG Sauer Tango6 1-6X 24 mm riflescopes for use with Squad Designated Marksman Rifles (SDMR).
Tested: Glock 19X Pistol
Released early in 2018, Glock’s new G19X 9 mm pistol is the civilian model of the company’s submission to the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System (MHS) trial.
Field Tested: Coast Rechargeable LED Flashlights
It's during an after-dark training experience that drives home just how important a quality light source is to an emergency preparedness or home-defense plan.
Fear & Loading: Hawaii Court Upholds Open Carry
A decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued Tuesday determined open carry for self-defense is protected by the Second Amendment.