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NRA Gun of the Week: EAA Churchill 620 Optics Tactical
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview American Rifleman staff have the latest Optics Tactical version of EAA’s Churchill 620 series of manually operated shotgun in 20 gauge.
A Flyboy’s Rifle: The Air Service ’03
Of all the many variants of the Model 1903 Springfield, one of the rarest—and most misunderstood—is the Air Service ’03, a rifle whose purpose remains a mystery even today.
Colt 1871-72 Open Top: The Revolver That Begat The Single Action Army
Though largely forgotten and scarce today, the Colt 1871-72 "Open Top" revolvers represented an evolution in design for Colt, and ultimately paved the way for the Colt to transition from the cap-and-ball era to the cartridge era of the Single Action Army.
Indiana Handgun Permits Applications Skyrocket
This past month, Indiana has experienced a missive jump in handgun permits after the state removed a $30 charge on the applications.
Rifleman Review: FN 509 Tactical
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of Rifleman Review from 2019 to learn more about the Fabrique Nationale FN 509 Tactical polymer-framed, striker-fired handgun that is also suppressor and optic-mounting ready.
Ruger American Pistol: A Duty-Ready Design
Since its introduction at the end of 2015, the Ruger American line of striker-fired, polymer-framed pistols has gained popularity and is now offered in several sizes and calibers.
NRA 150th: The Farr Rifle
For the better part of a century, George Farr’s record-setting rifle had been a cherished keepsake within his family’s estate, until now. It is on display today at the National Sporting Arms Museum in Springfield, Mo.
Mixed News On The Ammo Front
There has been a mix of bad and good news recently in regards to ammunition supply chains, ranging from highway robbery of millions of rounds, to companies opening up news space and forging new parterships to up capacity.
ARTV Preview: Making The S&W Shield Plus, Rock River Arms RUK 9BT and The French MAS 36
This week on American Rifleman Television, we get a behind-the-scenes look at how Smith & Wesson makes the Shield Plus pistol, test the Rock River Arms RUK 9BT large-format pistol and examine the history of the French MAS Model 1936 rifle.
Taurus Rides The Red-Dot Wave: The TX22 Competition & G3 T.O.R.O.
In 2019, Taurus Int’l made the business decision to set aside the company’s more unusual and exotic offerings. Instead, the team focused its efforts on improving product quality and manufacturing consistency while continuing to offer reliable handgun options that met its customers’ needs at affordable prices.
Preview: Accurate-Mag .308 Win. DSSF Magazine
Steel bodied and treated for military use, the Accurate-Mag AICS-pattern .308 Win. DSSF magazine is available directly from the U.S. maker and with options for maximum cartridge overall length.
The Armed Citizen® August 2, 2021
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 Q&A: What Does 'MOA' Mean?
American Rifleman subscriber writes to Dope Bag questioning whether or not there is terminology crossover from aviation to the shooting sports.
The Ruger American Rifle: A Budget Friendly Bolt Action
Since its introduction a decade ago, the Ruger American rifle line has grown both in popularity as well as the number of models available.
SIG Sauer P238: The 1911 Inspired Micro .380 ACP Handgun
Since 2009, the SIG Sauer P238 has become a popular micro-compact, 1911-based .380 ACP chambered handgun for the concealed carry market.
Unexpected Longevity: Foreign Use of the M1 Garand
More than eight decades after its invention, the M1 Garand rifle continues to see use today fir both ceremonial and combat by foreign nations and militant groups across the globe.
The Armed Citizen® July 30, 2021
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: Uberti USA 1873 Single-Action Cattleman New Model
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview, American Rifleman staff take to the range for a closer look at Uberti USA’s special edition "Teddy" revolver, a replica of Colt's New Model 1873 SAA.
The L42A1: A Sniper Rifle To Remember
For most of the 20th century, Lee-Enfield rifles were the backbone of the British army. The last British service Lee was the L42A1 sniping rifle. Built on the World War II No.4(T), the reliable and accurate L42A1 was retired in the early 1990s.
Kentucky Rifle Raffle to Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Contemporary Longrifle Association
In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Contemporary Longrifle Association, Judson Brenman and sons have made a masterpiece contemporary Kentucky Longrifle for a raffle held by the organization for the occasion.