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New For 2023: CZ Shadow 2 Compact
CZ shortened and lightened its popular Shadow 2 competition pistol to create the Shadow 2 Compact, a tuned handgun sized for daily carry.
Gun Of The Week: Taurus USA 605 T.O.R.O.
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range in this week's video to learn about the 605 T.O.R.O., an optics-ready wheelgun from Taurus USA that's chambered for the heavy-hitting .357 Magnum cartridge.
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 6, 2023
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: Heritage Mfg. Settler Mare's Leg
Part of an entirely new line for Heritage Mfg., this Settler Mare’s Leg, a classically styled lever-action pistol, is both eye-catching and reliable.
Windham Weaponry Announces Business Shutdown
Windham Weaponry, a U.S. manufacturer of AR-15-type guns that dates back to 1976, recently announced asset liquidation and business closure.
New For 2023: EAA Girsan MCP35 PI LW
Instead of being built on a steel frame, like all of Girsan Firearms' previous iterations of the High Power, the new 9 mm Luger-chambered EAA Girsan MCP35 PI Light-Weight is built with an aluminum frame, which shaves up to 0.5 lbs.
I Have This Old Gun: The Lee-Enfield Carbines
In addition to the Lee-Enfield infantry rifle, shorter Lee-Enfield carbines were created and adopted for use by British cavalry units. These carbines had specialized features that made for easier use while on horseback.
New For 2023: Heritage Mfg. Settler Series
Long known for its single-action rimfire revolvers, Heritage Mfg. is now extending its Western-themed firearm lineup into long guns with the addition of the Settler series.
Rifleman Report: Our Diverse Firearm Community
In this issue, we report on two of the latest firearm designs—and highlight one now long forgotten—and we present a heartwarming story involving family-centric defensive firearm training.
Product Preview: THAW Rechargeable Hand Warmers
THAW hand warmers power up in only seconds and can fit easily within most pants or jacket pockets to help make your outdoor winter treks considerably more comfortable while keeping your electronic devices charged.
Springfield Echelon: The Leading Edge Of Self-Defense
A new full-size pistol from a trusted brand brings the latest thinking to bear on the striker-fired, polymer-frame semi-automatic format—whether for duty or everyday carry.
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 2, 2023
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
FBI Underreports Armed Citizen Actions, Study Says
A detailed study on lives saved by the actions of armed, law-abiding citizens, issued on Aug. 31 by the Crime Prevention Research Center (CPRC), found the number reported annually by the FBI reflects a mere fraction of the real figure.
Product Preview: Cold Steel Heavy Duty Sword Cane
A flat-black exterior finish on its heat-treated aluminum shaft and a black, molded-nylon handle give Cold Steel’s Heavy Duty Sword Cane a discreet appearance.
5 Must-Know Rifle Drills
While the basics are fairly fixed, firearm training is in constant evolution, with shooters developing new techniques to safely and skillfully build handling and shooting techniques to maximize the potential for both new and seasoned shooters.
New For 2023: CVA Crossfire
The CVA Crossfire is the latest muzzleloading design to utilize the Federal FireStick system, which makes loading safer, more consistent and easier.
NRA Foundation "Firing Into Fall" Auction Ends Monday
The NRA Foundation’s online “Firing into Fall” Auction ends Monday, giving potential bidders only the weekend to get their bids in.
Gun Of The Week: Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol
On this Gun Of The Week episode, the American Rifleman staff has an American-made, 12-ga. tactical shotgun from Beretta. Meet the A300 Ultima Patrol.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 29, 2023
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: Bond Arms .45-70 Gov't Cyclops
This one-eyed pistol, the single-barrel Cyclops from Bond Arms, packs a punch with a venerable straight-walled rifle cartridge.