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Preview: Ruger 60th Anniversary 10/22 Rifle
In addition to being Ruger’s 75th anniversary, 2024 also marks another important milestone for the company: 60 years of its iconic 10/22 semi-automatic rimfire rifle.
Alabama’s Confederate Gunmakers
On Dec. 7, 1861, the Alabama legislature pushed through legislation authorizing "An Act to Encourage the Manufacture of Fire Arms and Munitions of War in this State." The bill earmarked $250,000 as development monies for those wishing to produce long guns and pistols for the state of Alabama.
New For 2024: Archon Firearms By PTR Type B
The Arsenal Strike One pistol is a unique firearm design whose place in the U.S. market has had its fits and starts. New for 2024, Archon is partnering with PTR Industries to import the European-made Type B design to the U.S.
Preview: Danner Recurve
Building on decades of experience designing hiking boots, the 7"-tall Recurve represents Danner’s latest generation of hunting footwear.
Gun Of The Week: Chiappa Little Badger TDX
The Italian design of the wiry Little Badger TDX is not meant to be a fighting gun, but more of a last-ditch tool that can be carried comfortably and employed easily.
The Armed Citizen® March 8, 2024
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 Return Of The Taurus 917C Pistol
This pistol is a part of the company's long-standing PT92 series, which, in turn, takes its design cues from the Beretta 92. It's tempting to write this gun off as Brazilian clone of an Italian military pistol. However, there's more to the story than that.
Remington Ammunition Launches Full Safe Sweepstakes
Remington Ammunition kicked its biggest consumer sweepstakes yet with prizes from some of the industry’s foremost companies, including Remington Arms, Remington Safes, Nighthawk Custom, Leupold Optics, Silencer Central and Remington Ammunition.
Making The Leupold Mark 5HD Riflescope
Leupold's Mark 5HD line of riflescopes are some of the company's top-tier offerings, and not only are the optics loaded with features, they're also some of the lightest riflescopes in their class.
New For 2024: Mossberg Reserve Series Shotguns
While pump-action and semi-automatic shotguns are the first things that come to mind when you mention the name Mossberg, the company has been importing over-under shotguns in its Reserve series for nearly two decades.
Henry Honors Border Patrol 100th Anniversary With Tribute Edition Rifles
Henry Repeating Arms is commemorating the U.S. Border Patrol's centennial this year with the introduction of a collection of officially licensed 100th Anniversary Tribute Edition rifles.
Favorite Firearms: Grandpa’s Single-Shot Gift
Grandpa told me that, one day, the rifle would be mine. But my dad cautioned me not to bug Grandpa about it because we wouldn’t want to embarrass him if he forgot. One Sunday ...
Preview: Montana Knife Co. Marshall Bushcraft
Named for the mountainous, 1.5-million-acre Bob Marshall Wilderness, the Marshall Bushcraft Knife measures 12 5⁄8" overall with a 7" blade of 52100 carbon steel that is Parkerized to protect it from the great outdoors.
“I Reckon So”: The Guns Of “The Outlaw Josey Wales”
It was one of the most iconic Western films of all time, starring one of the most successful actor/directors of all time—and it immortalized one of the most historic handguns ever made. Today, they all live on in the wildly popular exhibit “Hollywood Guns.”
The Armed Citizen® March 4, 2024
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: ATI Monte Carlo Enfield Stock Set
Gone are the days when firearm enthusiasts routinely “sporterized” full-stocked military-surplus rifles such as the No. 1, Mk III Lee-Enfield, but many examples of previously cut-down and modified rifles can be found at bargain prices in gun shops across America.
European Countries See Rise In Firearm Training, Ownership
A trend gaining momentum after Russia’s unprovoked 2022 invasion of Ukraine made headlines this month when Finland announced it was establishing 300 additional public shooting ranges.
Preview: ROAM Adventure Co. 55L Rugged Case
The ROAM 55L Rugged Case provides adventure-bound firearm enthusiasts with a premium heavy-duty storage option.
Choosing .22 LR Match Ammunition: What You Need To Know
Looking to improve the accuracy of your cherished .22 LR? Simple: use match-grade ammunition. Before committing to a bulk-buy, though, read these tips, as not all competition-worthy ammunition is right for your rifle.
Rost Martin RM1C: A New CCW Gun From A New Maker
The RM1C is a brand-new pistol from new manufacturer Rost Martin that seeks to be, in the company’s own words, "an innovative approach in supplying the most desirable features for the most competitive price."