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The Israeli Galil: Then & Now
Since its inception in 1948, the Israeli Defense Force has worked to develop effective small arms that provide its soldiers with capable firepower. One of the most iconic guns to have seen Israeli service is the Galil.
Preview: ProMag Ruger Mini Thirty 50-Round Drum
You can more than double the capacity of the Ruger Mini Thirty semi-automatic rifle with ProMag’s 50-round drum magazine.
Jason Hornady Discusses Hornady Cartridge Development
While Hornady still focuses on making bullets, the company took its projectile-producing focus and spun that off into the development of entire cartridges. This process has resulted in some notable offerings today, particularly 6.5 mm Creedmoor and the more-recent 6 mm ARC.
Alexander McCormick Sturm: The Other Half Of Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Most firearm enthusiasts are familiar with Ruger Firearms and its namesake founder, William Batterman Ruger. Few are familiar with the other side of the Sturm, Ruger story.
Favorite Firearms: The Poker Gun
[G]randpa could weave a pretty good tale. True or not, the entire family knows the story, and I was fortunate to end up with the small collection. Read on:
New For 2023: Heritage Tactical Rancher
In the firearm world, “tactical” can also mean “practical” and this is the case with the Heritage Manufacturing Tactical Rancher, a traditional revolving carbine design updated with a few touches from the 21st century.
The Keefe Report: Why You Can’t Find Ammo Right Now
World events have an unusual affect on people like us. You see the horrors that occurred in Israel, and the full-blown war going on in Ukraine and these things tell us to not only be prepared, but that we, personally, also probably need more ammunition. What did you do about it?
Gun Of The Week: Dan Wesson DWX Compact
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range in this week's video to learn about the DWX Compact from Dan Wesson Firearms, a blending of the best elements of the M1911 with those of the CZ 75.
The Armed Citizen® Nov. 3, 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.
5.56 NATO Ammo Prices Rise, Inventories Dwindle
Inventories vanished and prices rose on 5.56 NATO cartridges after a social media post went viral this month, claiming 30 percent of the civilian supply was about to vanish.
5 Reloading Safety Tips
Handloading can be one of the most rewarding hobbies within the firearm industry, but it can also be dangerous if proper procedures aren’t followed. Here are five tips to keep you safe.
Rifleman Review: Colt Python 3"
In its original production run, the 3" barreled Colt Python was a rarity. Now, in its second generation, Colt is making the short-barreled model available, along with its 6" and 4.25" guns. We took a closer look at this short-barreled Colt in our Rifleman Review.
New For 2023: Bear Creek Arsenal Bufferless 9 mm Semi-Autos
Bear Creek Arsenal's latest offerings are AR-15-style rifles and handguns chambered in 9 mm Luger using a patent-pending design that dispenses with the traditional AR receiver extension and buffer system.
FN Breaks Ground On Second South Carolina Factory
FN USA is investing $33 million into the construction of a South Carolina manufacturing facility. Building will occur across two phases, beginning in April 2024, and the facility will create 176 new jobs.
The Rifleman Report: The Great American Spirit
The authentic spirit of independence is still alive and well, however, as it has been for 152 years in your association and, collectively, for much longer in American and foreign firearm companies.
Preview: My Medic MyFAK Pro
The MyFAK Pro from My Medic is a heavy-duty but lightweight first-aid kit packed with more than 140 life-saving supplies hand-picked by first responders and other medical professionals.
Favorite Firearms: Sleeper Of A Star 1873 Winchester
This is the same rifle Paul Newman used in the 1967 Western film, “Hombre.” Surprisingly, it was exactly in this condition in the film, as confirmed through careful examination of a high-resolution DVD of the film.
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 30, 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.
Jason Hornady Discusses Hornady Ammunition
Hornady is primarily known for its bullets, but the company has also played an impressive role in making loaded ammunition. Here, Jason Hornady walks us through the development of Hornady's ammunition business.
World’s Biggest Chain Of Indoor Ranges Expands
The company is barely 11 years old and has already grown to include outlets in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Texas.