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NRA Reschedules 150th Annual Meetings & Exhibits
Originally scheduled for mid-May, the NRA's 150th Annual Meetings & Exhibits will now be held in September 2021.
Heritage Rough Rider Rancher: A Budget-Friendly Revolving Rifle
Heritage Mfg. is best known for its Rough Rider series of revolvers, low-cost models within the reach of virtually any shooter’s budget, and while these guns serve the needs of the pistolero, the company also wanted to offer something for those shooters looking for a fun-to-shoot shoulder-fired platform.
Exploded View: Winchester Model 12
The Winchester Model 12 is one of the most iconic sporting shotguns of the 20th century. Here's how it comes apart.
NRA Gun of the Week: SIG Sauer 716i Tread
On this week’s “Gun of the Week,” American Rifleman staff delve into SIG Sauer’s Tread series and its .30-cal. AR-variant, the 716i Tread rifle.
The Armed Citizen® December 11, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Buying a Used Rifle: Tips From a Longtime Gun Retailer
There are definitely things to know and things to look for when shopping for a used rifle. Here are a few tips, from a man that grew up as one of those friendly guys behind the gun shop counter.
Zastava ZPAP M70: An Authentic AK for the U.S. Market
In the ZPAP M70 from Zastava Arms, AK-47 fans have an authentic, high-quality rifle that stays true to the Kalashnikov pattern while adding a few nice features.
Smith & Wesson Sales Put Perspective on Firearm Demand
Smith & Wesson sold more guns in the last quarter than in any other three-month period in company history. Here's what they had to say.
Preview: TriStar Arms Bristol SxS Shotguns
Now available from TriStar Arms is the Bristol series of side-by-side shotguns featuring embellished receivers and Turkish walnut, a combination that creates a classic-looking gun with performance-driven features at an exceptional price.
Rifleman Review: Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of Rifleman Review to learn more about the Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ semi-automatic handgun chambered in .380 ACP.
Kel-Tec RDB: A Unique Bullpup Rifle Design
One of the more unique rifles on the market, the Kel-Tec RDB makes the top 10 list of semi-auto rifles sold on GunBroker.
Preview: Amend2 6.5 Grendel Magazine
Originally developed by Alexander Arms, the 6.5 mm Grendel chambering significantly extends the range of the AR-15 while also making it a much more capable platform for the hunting of large game, and Amend2 has now developed the first ever polymer, 10-round detachable magazine designed specifically around this cartridge.
Loading Bench: The 6mm Creedmoor
The count of .24-cal. rifles that remain in our home and others that stayed for a while then headed on down the road is rather high. My wife’s 6 mm Rem. has now been her constant companion for hunting deer and antelope for more than 40 years.
Preview: Rival Arms R-22 Precision Chassis System
Rival Arms unveiled its new R-22 Precision Chassis System that is compatible with Ruger 10/22 style rimfire rifle barreled actions as well as AR-15 buffer tubes, stock and grips.
IWA Outdoor Classics Canceled
With the announcement of IWA Outdoor Classic's cancellation, the largest annual trade shows have now all fallen to COVID-19 restrictions.
Preview: Kimber Micro 9 Rapide Black Ice
Kimber is enhancing its Micro 9 lineup with refinements inspired by its 1911 Rapide (Black Ice).
The Armed Citizen® December 7, 2020
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Review: Rock River R9 Competition BT-9G
Colt kicked off the 9 mm Luger-chambered AR-15/M16 market when it introduced the Colt SMG in 1982.
Review: Spanish Star BM Pistol
The surplus Star BM pistol chambered in 9 mm was inspired by the 1911 design and produced in Spain as a service pistol from the 1970s to 1990s.
Preview: MFT Battlelink Aluminum Minimalist Stock
Now available in aluminum, Mission First Tactical's Battlelink Minimalist stock is a great upgrade for any duty-ready AR-15.