American Rifleman
The world’s oldest and largest firearms authority, American Rifleman features articles, videos and breaking news on the latest guns, gear and ammunition.
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A Century Of Service: American Rifleman Turns 100
Since adopting the name The American Rifleman in 1923, this magazine has been the voice for generations of NRA members and the shooting community—and a stalwart defender of the Second Amendment. It’s been a long, distinguished journey for NRA and for the readers and editors of “The World’s Oldest And Largest Firearm Authority.”
Exploded View: Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical
While O.F. Mossberg & Sons is likely best known for its pump-action Model 500 shotgun and derivatives, the company’s been making semi-automatic shotguns since the 1980s.
I Have This Old Gun: Schmeisser Model I
It’s unfortunate that Hugo Schmeisser’s renown comes from having his surname erroneously appended to the superb World War II German MP38/40 submachine gun, a firearm he really had nothing to do with.
The Texas Rangers: 200 Years Of Justice
From buckskins and Bowie knives to business suits and computers, the Texas Rangers have carried on a daily fight for two centuries with one solemn goal: to serve and protect the people of the Lone Star State.
Editor’s Choice: Holosun DRS-TH
Holosun’s Digital Reflex Sight-Thermal (DRS-TH) is unusually compact and lightweight given its capabilities, which include Fusion Thermal Overlay technology and digital zoom of up to 8X.
The Armed Citizen® June 19, 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.
Riflemen On The Front Lines
In peacetime, when we talk of rifle shooting and rifle training and rifle competition, the general public thinks it’s just the hobby of a few—a small-time sport.
Preview: Sightron S1 4-12X 40 mm G2
While Sightron’s catalog includes riflescope models appropriate for virtually any application, the S1 G2 series is the company’s effort to prove that quality hunting glass need not be expensive.
New For 2023: Beretta A300 Ultima Sporting
For 2023, Beretta is adding a model to its A300 Ultima shotgun line that's tailored to sporting-clays shooting.
Military Surplus Collecting For Beginners—6 Guns Worth Knowing About
Here we discuss three great military-surplus firearms for beginners and three that are best saved for later.
The Swan Song: Col. Charles Askins, Jr.'s Last Column
Col. Charles Askins, Jr. contributed to American Rifleman from 1926 until his retirement in 1987.
Gun Of The Week: Davidson’s Exclusive Ruger PC Carbine FDE Takedown
We’re back with another Gun Of The Week video, and this time, we’re taking a closer look at a Davidson’s Exclusive Ruger PC Carbine. Except this isn’t your run-of-the-mill PC Carbine. This version comes outfitted with Magpul’s FDE-colored Backpacker stock.
Review: Athlon Helos BTR 1-4.5X 24 mm Riflescope
Following the 2016 NRA Service Rifle competition rule-change, Athlon Optics released an affordable riflescope, the Helos BTR 1-4.5X 24 mm, expressly built to cater to this type of competition.
The Armed Citizen® June 16, 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.
Review: Springfield Armory Saint Victor Carbine In 9 mm Luger
Once known as the dominant maker of M1A rifles used in high power rifle competition at Camp Perry, Springfield Armory is now known for a much broader line of guns, including its Saint Victor 9 mm carbine.
Favorite Firearms: An Heirloom Single Action Army
In 1986, Colt celebrated its 150th anniversary with an “Engraved Sampler” option on several models. That year, I accompanied my father to an upscale gun show in St. Charles, Ill.
Taurus Issues Safety Notice For GX4 Pistols
Taurus issued a safety notice for certain GX4 pistols assembled and sold in the United States just before Memorial Day weekend and, in an abundance of caution, is asking owners to immediately stop using the guns.
Rifleman Review: KelTec P17
The KelTec P17 is one of the most affordable rimfire handguns on the market, with an MSRP of just $199. Don't think that the low price means you're not getting a whole lot, because there are many different elements in this unique rimfire pistol.
Send A Gun To Defend A British Home
In the years leading up to America’s involvement in World War II, national defense and preparedness were the watchwords of NRA and expressed through the pages of The American Rifleman.
New For 2023: Dan Wesson 1911 Specialist Optics-Ready Pistol
The Specialist Optics-Ready Pistol is Dan Wesson’s first foray into the off-the-shelf optic-ready M1911 market.