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Preview: ZeroTech H.A.L.O.
Unlike most other micro red-dot designs, which feature lens that are principally spherical in shape, the ZeroTech H.A.L.O., instead makes use of a viewing pane with a pronounced ovular shape.
The Short, Happy Life Of The .40 Smith & Wesson
Despite the wide acceptance of the .40 Smith & Wesson defensive handgun cartridge in its early years, the round has since faded from armories around the U.S. and been replaced by an older, smaller-caliber cartridge.
Zastava's ZPAP M72 RPK Is Now Shipping
Zastava USA announced it would be expanding its lineup to include an M72 "RPK" model. Now, in 2025, that model has finally arrived and is shipping to dealers.
Preview: Mesa Tactical Truckee Forend
A 12-ga. shotgun can be a devastatingly potent defensive platform, but even the tactical models often aren’t configured terribly well for installing accessories.
Gun Of The Week: Benelli Lupo HPR
Welcome to another American Rifleman Gun Of The Week, and on this episode, we’re taking a closer look at Benelli’s Lupo HPR, or High Precision Rifle.
The Armed Citizen® Feb. 21, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Glock 49 Gen5 MOS: The Glock 9 mm Perfected?
Available as a TALO distributor exclusive, the Glock 49 Gen5 blends the the longer G17 slide with the comfortably compact frame of the G19, and it also includes Glock's MOS optics-mounting system.
Olin Purchase Of Ammo, Inc. Assets to Streamline Ammo Production
Olin Corporation announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the small-caliber ammunition manufacturing assets from Ammo Inc.—parent firm of GunBroker.com—for $75 million.
I Have This Old Gun: Colt Police Positive
Colt's Police Positive incorporated a hammer-block safety that made it possible to safely carry with all six chambers loaded.
CVA Updates Its Single-Shot Scout Series
CVA has updated its popular and affordable Scout series of single-shot rifles and shotguns to include modern features and modern chamberings.
NRA Offers Second Annual Writing Competition For Law Students
The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund has announced its second writing competition for currently enrolled law students, and cash prizes are awarded for submissions that address one of the unanswered questions raised by the Supreme Court's recent ruling in NYSRPA v. Bruen.
Review: Taurus TH45
The TH45, chambered in .45 ACP, arrived in 2023 followed by the 10 mm Auto TH10 in 2024. This evaluation takes a closer look at the .45 ACP version.
Rifleman Q&A: Altered Winchester 1894
American Rifleman staff recently received NRA member questions regarding an interesting Winchester Model 1894 carbine.
Springfield Armory Launches Coyote Brown 1911 DS Prodigy Comp Pistols
Springfield Armory expanded its 1911 DS Prodigy pistol line yet again with the addition of Coyote Brown models available with either a 4.25" or 5" barrel.
Unsatiated: Burris’ Eliminator 6 Riflescope
For the past 15 years, Eliminator-series riflescopes have helped hunters fill their tags. The newest variant, the Eliminator 6, is the most conventional in appearance, but it is also likely the best yet.
The Armed Citizen® Feb. 17, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
100 Years Ago: Wearing Out The Rifle Barrel
Alloy bullets have gained much of their popularity because of the idea that they will not wear out the barrel as rapidly as metal cased bullets.
Preview: Lunatec Mist, Shower & Drink Bundle
Describing it as “a combination of a kitchen faucet, garden hose, shower and water bottle,” Lunatec’s hand-pressurized hydration container system provides a new level of convenience in cleanup chores and personal hygiene for the outdoor sportsman.
Review: FN 509 CC Edge XL
With increasingly more and more micro-compacts coming to the market in the last 10 years, consumers are beginning to go the other way, searching for more shootable options to carry for protection, and FN has answered with its 509 CC Edge XL.
New For 2025: Watchtower Firearms Bridger
Watchtower Firearms' latest introduction pays homage to famed explorer Jim Bridger, and this bolt-action has a few innovative features designed to make it the "ultimate backcountry hunting rifle."