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Proof Of Concept: S&W’s M&P12 Bullpup
Boasting an abundance of firepower in a package shorter than your typical defensive carbine, Smith & Wesson’s new M&P12 proves that the tactical 12-ga. pump-action is an ideal platform for a bullpup.
Book Preview: USAAF Aircraft Weapons Of WWII
Spanning 160 pages with more than 300 images, Tom Laemlein’s USAAF Aircraft Weapons Of WWII is one of the richest collections of original period photos published to date, giving readers a unique window into a crucial element of World War II.
The Armed Citizen® Feb. 14, 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: ADM Trijicon MRO Titanium Mount
American Defense Mfg. produces its lightest red-dot mounting system for Trijicon MRO footprint.
A Montana Goes To Africa: Hunting With Kimber's 84M
An African safari, in a place aptly named Eden, won a traditionalist rifleman over to synthetic and stainless rifles.
'0317 Day' Rifle Raffle To Benefit USMC Scout Sniper Association
On March 17, the USMC Scout Sniper Association will hold its 13th annual raffle, with the prize being a clone of the Vietnam-era Winchester Model 70 sniper rifle.
Federal Premium: A Century Of Ammunition Production
Federal has been a name in American ammunition production for a century, and today, it is still turning out ammunition for the American sportsman.
'Selling' The Model 1917: John T. Thompson & The Rifle Demonstrators
Most who are familiar of the U.S. Model 1917 have heard the story of how it was used as a substitute for the Model 1903 during World War I, but few have heard of the efforts of John T. Thompson and his band of rifle demonstrators that evaluated, taught and trained American soldiers on the new rifle for U.S. Ordnance.
The Armed Citizen® Feb. 11, 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: American Tactical Alpha-15
On this “Gun of the Week” video preview American Rifleman staff examine the American Tactical Inc., Alpha-15, a modern sporting rifle with a few unique design elements.
Rifleman Q&A: Early U.S. Model 1917 Serial Numbers
From the archives of American Rifleman, learn about Winchester-made M1917 Enfield rifles and their respective serial numbers.
George Washington's Guns
February 22, 2022, marks George Washington’s 290th birthday, and nearly three centuries on, there are still many surviving artifacts that give us some insight into his life and character.
January NICS Numbers Highlight Possible 'New Normal'
Gun sales continue to decline in 2022 compared to the sales experienced a year ago at the same time, but is still expected to remain above 2019 sales figures in what is being called the "new normal."
The Straight-Pull Rifle: From Past To Present
Savage just released its new Impulse straight-pull, bolt-action rifle, but this design concept stretches back for over a century. Here, we explore the development and history of the straight-pull rifle.
Preview: Birchwood Casey Single Gun Case 36"
Birchwood Casey, long known for its targets and range-support equipment, is now offering an economical firearm transportation solution as well.
The CZ-75: A Czech Classic
First introduced in 1975, the CZ 75 made by Česká zbrojovka is a feature-filled, full-metal frame pistol line that is still widely popular today.
I Have this Old Gun: Martini-Henry Rifles
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of "I Have This Old Gun" from 2019 to learn more about the history of the Martini-Henry breech-loading rifles, which were the mainstay of the British infantryman near the end of the 19th century.
Pyramyd Air Launches Sick Of COVID Challenge
Pyramyd Air is kicking off its Sick of COVID Challenge, which runs from Feb. 7 to April 7 and will award $5,000 in prizes to lucky winners.
Rifleman Q&A: Stiker-Fired Actions Explained
Please explain what is meant by “striker-fired.” It is cited in reviews and advertisements as something the potential purchaser needs to know or would even find desirable. When an article doesn’t say “striker-fired,” it also does not say what the opposite or alternative is.
Preview: RMT Triggers Nomad
While there are many drop-in AR-15 triggers on the market, few are more adaptable to an individual shooter than the RMT Nomad. Unlike other, more-traditional designs, the Nomad is built with a unique trigger blade that includes up to six degrees of rotation and pivot.