American Rifleman
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New For 2024: Henry Golden Boy Revolver
Following the launch of its centerfire revolver line, Henry Repeating Arms has added a rimfire variant called the Golden Boy.
Gun Of The Week: CVA Cascade Long Range Hunter
Welcome to another American Rifleman Gun Of The Week, and this time, we’re headed to the range to examine the Cascade LRH, or Long Range Hunter, from CVA.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 20, 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.
Winchester's New .21 Sharp Cartridge
Winchester Ammunition's introduction of the .21 Sharp takes the venerable .22 Long Rifle cartridge in a new direction that promises higher velocities and superior bullet selection.
Watchtower Firearms & Its Flagship Guns
Born from F1 Firearms, Watchtower Firearms is an up-and-coming armsmaker crafting excellent examples of the AR-15 and contemporary takes on Browning's M1911.
Cimarron Firearms Celebrating 40th Anniversary
Founded by Mike and Mary Lou Harvey in 1984, Cimarron Firearms is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.
I Have This Old Gun: Mauser Model 1914/34
Often unrecognized and underappreciated, the Mauser Model 1914/34 was one of the most popular German handguns of the 20th century.
New For 2024: Bond Arms Stinger Fireball, Honey B & Cyclops Thumper
For 2024, Bond Arms has three new updates to its line of derringer-style handguns. The Stinger Fireball, Honey B and Cyclops Thumper all add different dimensions to these carry-ready pistols.
Favorite Firearms: Fond Memories Of A Fine Fox Side-By-Side
I am a second-generation gun-related outdoor enthusiast now close to 50 years old. Still, to this day, shooting skeet takes me back to the musty smell of dad’s shop when I was a kid.
Federal And CCI Continue To Sponsor Youth Programs
Federal Ammunition and CCI Ammunition, both sister companies in The Kinetic Group, continue their support of the Scholastic Clay Target Program and the Scholastic Action Shooting Program.
Sampling Fifth-Generation Big-Bore Glocks
After four decades of development, the seminal Glock pistol design is currently expressed in its Gen5 series, which includes the Standard-size G20 in 10 mm Auto and the Subcompact double-stack G30 in .45 ACP.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 16, 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.
A Mid-20th Century Perspective On Ammunition
Although ammunition technology has progressed throughout the 20th century and well into the new millennium, overall, not much has changed.
Preview: Gamo Arrow PCP
The Arrow, Gamo’s first Spanish-made pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle model, offers great performance and a bevy of features despite its entry-level price tag.
The Post-War Pedersen Device: Infantry Testing & Ultimate Fate
Following World War I, official testing performed by the Dept. of Experiment of John D. Pedersen's rapid-fire conversion device for M1903 bolt-action rifles demonstrated inadequacies that could not be overcome.
New For 2024: NEMO Arms Mongoose
NEMO Arms offers a unique take on the 9 mm Luger-chambered large-format pistol with its Mongoose, which makes use of a short-recoil operating system.
Gun Of The Week: Ruger Mark IV Target 75th Anniversary
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range to learn about a special commemorative edition of Ruger’s popular Mark IV rimfire pistol.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 13, 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.
The Pedersen Device: Its Design, Production & Post-War Issuance
To break the stalemate on the Western Front of World War I, firearm inventor John D. Pedersen envisioned a device that would turn every bolt-action rifle into a fast-firing, semi-automatic arm. This is the story of the famous "Pedersen Device."
C&H Precision Acquires Paragon Weapon Light Cleaner
C&H Precision Family of Companies (C&H) has acquired Paragon, a highly regarded weapon light cleaning solution company.