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Federal Ammo Breaks Ground On Raw Materials Warehouse Site
A multi-million-dollar, 100,000 sq.-ft. expansion project is underway at Federal Ammunition, an effort company president states will "improve efficiency in our manufacturing process."
Federal: Shooting Straight For Ten Decades
From an abandoned small-town factory to the world’s largest ammunition manufacturer, Federal Cartridge’s centennial is the best kind of American success story.
Preview: Mec-Gar CZ 75B Competition Mags
Mec-Gar’s CZ 75B Competition magazines build off the company’s previous 17-round configuration with the addition of an extended aluminum floorplate that provides capacity for two extra rounds.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 5, 2022
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: Turnbull Restoration Red Dot Mounts
Best known for its museum-quality firearm finishes, Turnbull Restoration has developed three red-dot mounts that allow owners of classic Winchester lever-action rifles to reap the benefits of fast target acquisition using Docter-pattern MRDs.
Tips & Techniques: Installing A Short-Chambered Barrel Without A Lathe
Installing a short-chambered barrel yourself might be the best financial option for that tired old Remington Model 700. Start by following these simple steps.
Review: Vortex Venom 5-25X Scope
Follow Frank Melloni as he takes a closer look at Vortex Optics' middle-of-the-road, long-range riflescope, the Vortex Venom 5-25X.
Rifleman Q&A: Flush-Seating Wadcutters
It is necessary to flush-seat the wadcutter bullet in the .38 case when reloading for the S&W Model 52. But is this procedure more accurate than conventional overall-length bullet seating when using the cartridge in revolvers?
Flashlight IP Rating & Performance: What Does It Mean For You?
If your gear isn’t rated to weather that storm, there’s more trouble on the horizon. Manufacturers and a variety of industry organizations have worked hard to create a system to help you make the right choice, the first time. Unfortunately, a lot of confusion surrounds flashlight IP codes and performance.
French Enfields: The Navy Arms No. 4s
The discovery of a limited number of British No. 4 rifles in a storage area in France unveiled a long-forgotten part of World War II and also provided firearm enthusiasts with a rare opportunity.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 2, 2022
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
NRA Gun Of The Week: Stoeger STR-9C Optic Ready
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range to learn about a compact pistol from Stoeger Industries.
The .38-40 Winchester Center Fire: History & Performance
Developed from the larger .44-40 Winchester Center Fire, the .38-40 WCF was introduced in the late 19th century as a lighter-recoiling alternative for lever-action rifles and revolvers.
New For 2022: Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy
Springfield Armory has unveiled a new double-stack, 9 mm-chambered, M1911-style option to its lineup of handguns, with the introduction of the 1911 DS Prodigy.
Winchester Ammo Commits $125,000 For Folds Of Honor Scholarships
Winchester Ammunition announced a $125,000 pledge for the Folds of Honor Foundation, which provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members of the U.S. armed forces.
New For 2022: Ruger LC Carbine
Ruger announced the launch of its LC Carbine in 2022, giving consumers a lightweight, compact platform chambered for the unique 5.7x28 mm cartridge.
Preview: Dan Wesson TCP 1911
For 2022, Dan Wesson offers its Tactical Compact Pistol (TCP) 1911 pistol, in either 9 mm Luger or .45 ACP.
I Have This Old Gun: Bergmann MP28
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of "I Have This Old Gun" from 2020 to learn about the German-made Bergmann MP28 submachine gun.
Whitney Wolverine: Hillberg's Space-Age Rimfire Pistol
Gun designer Robert Hillberg was a big fan of the football program at the University of Michigan, precisely why he named the .22 Long Rifle-chambered, semi-automatic pistol he created the Wolverine.
New For 2022: Taurus GX4XL
Taurus expanded its GX4 lineup with the new GX4XL, which provides a longer slide, barrel and sight radius while still remaining easy to conceal.