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Federal Offers Last-Minute Holiday Deals
As the clock counts down to Christmas 2023, there is still time left to receive rebates on qualifying Federal Premium rimfire ammunition and deals on new branded merchandise.
Griffin & Howe: 100 Years Of Adventure In The Making
A partnership between wood and metal craftsmen formed the foundation of a dynasty in custom riflemaking that built arms for some of the most famous people to ever venture out on safari.
The Armed Citizen® Dec. 18, 2023
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 Evolving Firearm Company Landscape
Gun owners have witnessed hundreds of corporate changes in the past few years, and the pace is accelerating. The most recent development is one that continues to evolve and it’s big—Vista Outdoor is selling its Sporting Goods Division.
Preview: WOOX Gladiatore Grip & Forend Kit
WOOX’s Gladiatore series of furniture upgrades allows owners of Mossberg pump-actions to significantly improve the visual appeal of their guns while likewise adding new functionality...
Stepping Stone To Victory: The Guns Of Sicily 1943
The sophisticated and successful assault on fascist Italy during the summer of 1943, known as Operation Husky, came as a complete surprise to the Axis powers, proving to the world the U.S. had become a full-fledged fighting power.
New For 2023: KelTec R50 Defender
Earlier this year, KelTec took its award-winning P50 “sport utility pistol” and turned it into the 16”-barreled R50 rifle. New for 2023, the company is offering the R50 rifle in a short-barreled rifle (SBR) form as the R50 Defender.
Preview: Laser Strike Target Pack & Laser
Not only is the Laser Strike target dry-fire training aid compatible with all red-laser trainers on the market, it is inexpensive, versatile and safe, and the company offers a kit that bundles a pair of its targets with a stand, two wall mounts and a laser training cartridge.
Gun Of The Week: Ruger LC Charger
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range in this episode of 'Gun Of The Week' to get a hands-on look at the LC Charger, an easy-recoiling, fun-to-shoot, large-format pistol from Ruger.
The Armed Citizen® Dec. 15, 2023
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Czechoslovak Group Acquires Perazzi
Czechoslovak Group announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the family-owned Armi Perazzi brand, a well-known maker of sporting shotguns.
Barrel Cooling: 5 Things To Do While You Wait
Shooting for groups, especially in the hot summer sun, can effect the accuracy and longevity of a rifle, so it is imperative to cool that bore before successive shot strings. Follow along with firearms professional Frank Melloni's for his top-five tips for making the best of use time while a rifle barrel is cooling.
Applications For NRA Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.) Due March 1
The Y.E.S. program's mission is to encourage students to explore the workings of our American government, the Bill of Rights and the U.S. Constitution. Y.E.S. is open to current high school sophomores and juniors across the country. Deadline to apply is March 1.
Rifleman Review: Springfield Armory XD-M Elite Compact 10 mm OSP
One of Springfield Armory's latest offerings is in its XD-M Elite line, a 3.8" barreled compact handgun chambered for the hard-hitting 10 mm Auto cartridge.
New For 2023: Marlin 1895 Dark Series
New for 2023, Marlin is giving the 1895 the “tactical lever-action” treatment with its Dark Series.
Walther’s P99 AS Final Edition: The Last Of The First
Remarkably advanced when introduced, adopted by police and military forces around the world, used by action heroes on the big screen, and always accurate, the Walther P99 handgun became a pistol of many firsts—but the AS Final Edition will be the last.
Preview: Midwest Industries .45-70 Cal. Muzzle Brake
The .45-70 Gov’t cartridge is a more potent hunting option than ever before, but the recoil it generates can be daunting even for the non-recoil-sensitive.
GOSAFE Magazine Locks Now Used By Minnesota U.S. Marshals Service
The United States Marshals Service, Minnesota District, has purchased GOSAFE Mobile Safes for its personnel. The units are intended for the off-person security of firearms and allow officers to quickly secure firearms when vaults and other non-portable storage solutions are not available.
New For 2023: Cabot Guns Insurrection
With the Insurrection, Cabot Guns officially enters the marketplace of double-stack, 9 mm Luger-chambered, M1911-style handguns.
Rifleman Q&A: Haemmerli & Hausch
I have an interesting .22-cal. that appears to be a target rifle of sorts, but I can’t find information on it. The Blue Book Of Gun Values does not even contain information. Can you help?