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Editor’s Choice: Mossberg Patriot LR Tactical
Mossberg's Patriot rifle line came onto the scene in 2015, and since then, the affordable bolt guns have been offered in a range of different guises.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 11, 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.
The Original Mauser 98 Sporters
The Model 98 set the standard for the military bolt-action. Not as well known are the commercial turnbolts also bearing the Mauser name.
Preview: Briley Benelli Safety Extension
A critical control on any firearm is the safety, and the Briley Safety Extension for Benelli shotguns makes that vital control easily accessible for any shooter.
The Gun Cotton Cartridge: An Austrian Attempt To Replace Blackpowder
Students of firearm history know that smokeless powder was invented in 1886, but few know that the Austrian military was experimenting with an entirely different propellant designed to replace blackpowder, and these tests were being conducted decades before.
New For 2023: Rossi R95 Lever-Action
Known for its pistol-caliber and .22-cal. rimfire lever actions, for 2023, Rossi is moving into the high-power lever-action world with its .30-30 Winchester-chambered R95 rifles.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 8, 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.
Gun Of The Week: Davidson's EAA Corp. Girsan MCP35 PI Ops
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range this week with an exclusive Girsan pistol thanks to the partnership with Davidson's and EAA Corp.
Review: Big Horn Armory Model 89 Black Thunder
“Big-bore” meets “tactical” in this unique rendition of Big Horn Armory’s Model 89 lever-action rifle, which is chambered for the incredibly powerful .500 S&W Mag. and includes a number of features you won’t find on grandpa’s lever gun.
CBC Global Ammunition Acquires SinterFire
CBC Global Ammunition announced it has acquired SinterFire, a pioneer in lead-free bullet technology, adding to the family of firms that also includes MagTech Ammunition, Sellier & Bellot, MEN, CBC Brazil and CBC Defense.
Maj. Jim Land & The Major Land Sniper Cup
Major Edward "Jim" Land is the namesake of the Major Land Sniper's Cup, a long-range precision shooting competition held annually in Gladstone, Va.
New For 2023: Tactical Solutions Owyhee Magnum
Patterned after the company's Owyhee bolt-action, currently the market's only bolt-action takedown rimfire, the Tactical Solutions Owyhee Magnum is chambered for the more-powerful .22 WMR.
The Hawken: Missouri’s Official State Rifle
Missouri state legislators recently passed a bill making the Hawken the official Missouri state rifle.
Rifleman Q&A: Model 1897 Frame Types
I have just started collecting U.S. military shotguns and am getting some conflicting information regarding Winchester Model 97 trench guns. Some sources state the guns were of the solid-frame configuration, and others say they were the takedown type. Which is correct?
Olin-Winchester To Reacquire White Flyer Targets
Olin Corporation has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of White Flyer Targets—North America’s leader in recreational trap, skeet and sporting clays targets—from the firm it sold the business to in 1979.
Trailblazer Pivot: A New Twist On The PCC
Those of us who grew up watching late night reruns of Monty Python’s Flying Circus fondly remember the British comedy troupe’s catchphrase, “And now for something completely different.” It couldn’t be more applicable to a new pistol-caliber carbine from Trailblazer Firearms.
Editor’s Choice: Springfield Armory Saint Victor 9 mm Carbine
Springfield Armory's Saint family of AR-pattern rifles and pistols has steadily expanded to a comprehensive line with the mid-tier Victor series, in particular, growing by leaps and bounds and arguably offering the most value.
The Armed Citizen® Sept. 4, 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.
Disturbing Trend—FFLs Caught In The Crosshairs?
The number of Federal Firearm License revocations has skyrocketed during 2023, a trend that should be a concern for the average gun owner.
Product Preview: Ruger MAX-9 ReadyDot
Ruger offers a different take on the micro red-dot (MRD) with its ReadyDot, as the 1X reflex sight has no built-in electronics.