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20 Great Photos From The 2024 NRA National Matches
Here are 20 of the best photos from Camp Atterbury this summer at the 2024 NRA National Precision Pistol, Smallbore Rifle and High Power Rifle Championships.
Preview: Armasight Contractor 640 2.3-9.2X 35 mm Thermal Optic
Armasight’s Contractor 640 2.3-9.2X 35 mm thermal optic boasts a high-quality sensor and associated electronics in a small package.
Former NCAA Rifle Athlete JT Schnering Gets The Nod To Be The Manager Of CMP’s Competition Center In Alabama
Previously a NCAA athlete and coach, JT Schnering will bring fresh leadership to CMP South.
Thurman Randle: An Amazing Smallbore Rifle Competitor
During the 1933 NRA National Smallbore Championships, Thurman Randle made history after posting three unblemished Dewar Course scores.
All About The Inaugural Simulator Matches At 2024 CMP National Air Gun Events
Corey Cooper and Jace Walters win inaugural Steel Challenge simulator programs for rifle and pistol during CMP’s National Air Events at Camp Perry this summer.
Springfield Armory Donates SA-16A2 Rifles To Hillsdale College For Modern American Riflery Class
Springfield Armory provides 12 SA-16A2 rifles to Hillsdale College for its Modern American Riflery course.
Review: Mecanik MO3 Red-Dot Optic
Mecanik’s MO3 is one of the best values in affordable competition red-dot optics.
Results: 2024 NRA National Precision Pistol Championships
Jon Shue wins back to back NRA National Pistol titles after securing victory at Camp Atterbury in July.
Classic SSUSA: Chronographing Air Guns
From the archives: Ken Oehler’s guide on effectively chronographing air gun pellets using an Oehler 36 chronograph.
New: SK Customs “Guerrero” Colt 1911 Chambered In .38 Super
SK Customs introduces the fourth model in its Mexican War of Independence pistol series, the limited-edition Guerrero Colt 1911 pistol chambered in .38 Super.
Results: 2024 NRA National Smallbore Rifle Prone Championships
Fathers and daughters, friends and friendly rivals, and a future that looks bright indeed.
Largest Registration Since World War II: 1953 National Matches
The 1953 NRA National Championships saw an increase in participation and the highest scores of a National Rifle and Pistol Tournament.
Classic SSUSA: Model 1911 Recoil Reducers
A pistol’s frame should be like tempura—only lightly battered. This classic article originally published in 2001 outlines different recoil reduction options for the 1911 pistol.
Preview: Labradar LX Compact Shooting Chronograph
With Doppler-radar power crammed into a small package, the Labradar LX chronograph’s biggest upgrade is its diminutive form factor and internal battery, all for $599.95.
Powell Wins Again, Takes High Over All Title At 2024 NSCA South Central Regional
Team Remington’s Brandon Powell continues his dominance in sporting clays competition after his latest victory at the NSCA South Central Regional in Texas, Sept. 3-8, 2024.
Team Winchester Shooters Shine At 2024 NSCA South Central Regional
Among the many accolades received at the NSCA South Central Regional, Team Winchester’s Desi Edmunds was the Super Sporting Ladies’ runner-up.
What’s In Your Range Bag, Brian Burrows?
Learn what U.S. trapshooter Brian Burrows, who earned a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, keeps in his range bag.
2024 Daisy BB Gun Nationals Communication Contest Winners
The winner of the inaugural Daisy BB Gun Nationals Communications Contest is Leityn Bolinder of Kansas.
Brandon Powell Wins High Over All At 2024 Northeast Regional Sporting Clays Championship
Team Remington’s Brandon Powell has a big win at the 2024 Northeast Regional Sporting Clays Championship, now looks to defend his 2023 NSCA National Championship title.
New: Springfield Armory Optics-Ready 1911 AOS Pistols
The new optics-ready, AOS-equipped pistols from Springfield Armory include 1911 Emissary, 1911 Operator and 1911 Ronin models.