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Inside The Fiocchi Mystique
A recent trip to Italy as a guest of Fiocchi afforded me an inside look at where and, more importantly, how Fiocchi ammunition is made. As our small cadre of gun writers entered the hallways leading to the boardroom in the company’s headquarters in Lecco...
The Armed Citizen® Feb. 20, 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.
Preview: Full Forge Gear Hurricane
With a storage capacity of roughly 1,850 cubic inches, the lightweight but durable Hurricane is an economical pack that is equally suited for either a trip to the range or a morning hiking the trails.
Shotgunning 101: The Perfect Gun Mount
When it comes to hitting birds or breaking clays, it all starts with a proper gun mount. Follow this advice and practice these drills, and you’ll see better results on the range or in the field.
8 Smallest Handguns You Can Own
If the need for something little is a high priority, then take a look at these petite pistols.
The 'Made In America' Industry Trend In 2023
The number of international companies that produce firearms or related gear that are opening factories or expanding in the United States has accelerated in recent years. There’s no doubt stateside demand is the primary motivation, along with the advantages of streamlined shipping and the American enthusiasts’ preference for “Made in U.S.A.” labels.
Rifleman Q&A: St. Louis Arms Co. Shotgun
I have had a hammer shotgun in the closet for many years, 40 or more. Recently, I installed a new stock to replace the broken stock, polished the barrels and brought the Damascus back to life along with new springs for the lever and hammers. The original stock was highly figured English walnut. Can you tell me more about it?
The Armed Citizen® Feb. 17, 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.
Rifleman Review: Taurus G3X
Taurus USA's G3x combines the frame of the company's full-size G3 with the slide and barrel from the compact G3c. The result is a handgun that can be shot easily and carried comfortably.
The .243 Winchester: History & Performance
Based on the .308 Win. cartridge of the post-World War II era, a 6 mm cartridge emerged shortly thereafter and has become one of America's favorite hunting rounds. The .243 Win. provides today's hunter and long-range shooter with versatility that is tough to beat.
5.11 Tactical Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Officially launched on Jan. 29, 2003, 5.11 Tactical provides purpose-built gear for enhancing the safety, comfort and performance of those who serve, outdoor adventurers, training enthusiasts and customers who wish to live the brand’s mantra of "Always Be Ready."
The Inaugural Winchester Ladies Cup Championship
As part of an effort to bolster female participation in sporting-clays competition, the inaugural Winchester Ladies Cup Championship got underway during the 2021 National Sporting Clays Association Championship Tour.
Cabot Guns Celebrates American Craftsmanship
Cabot Guns, the Pennsylvania-based maker of bespoke, ultra-high-end M1911s built to extreme tolerances from a truly staggering assortment of exotic materials, is producing a video series on a topic near and dear to the company’s heart: celebrating the exceptional talent and skills of American artisans.
Capstone Precision, Geissele Join SAAMI
Capstone Precision Group, along with Geissele Automatics, announced that it had joined the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturer's Institute (SAAMI) as Supporting Members.
Cobalt Kinetics: Offering Custom & Competition-Ready ARs
Cobalt Kinetics produces AR-15s in a variety of chamberings, and its line of precision-engineered firearms has earned a reputation for winning matches and unfailing performance.
Product Preview: 7th Edition Ammo Encyclopedia
From the team that brings you the annual Blue Book of Gun Values comes the Ammo Encyclopedia, the shooter’s definitive guide to centerfire, rimfire and shotshell cartridges.
Savage AccuTrigger Celebrates 20th Anniversary
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the AccuTrigger, a blade-in-bow safety and user-adjustable trigger system designed and marketed by Savage Arms in 2003.
Fiocchi: Ammunition With Italian Flair
Although it has been in business for 147 years, Italy-based ammunition maker Fiocchi is gaining traction—and a loyal following—here in America.
Return Of The Rifleman: The Next Generation Squad Weapons Program
The U.S. Army makes a move toward longer-range, harder-hitting small arms, paired with high-tech optics and suppressors, to give the American infantryman the advantage over the enemy.
Product Preview: Forward Controls Design Joint Castle Nut Wrench
Designed for heavy-duty use, the dedicated Forward Controls Design Joint Castle Nut Wrench (JCW) is CNC-machined from a single piece of 4140 steel, heat-treated and topped with a black-oxide finish.