American Rifleman
The world’s oldest and largest firearms authority, American Rifleman features articles, videos and breaking news on the latest guns, gear and ammunition.
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I Have This Old Gun: L.C. Smith No. 3E
Since its introduction in 1886, the L.C. Smith Hammerless has held the distinction of being the only side-by-side sidelock shotgun made in America, garnering legions of fans that encompass both shooters and collectors.
The Armed Citizen® July 3, 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 Dardick Handgun: A Famous Firearm Flop
The Dardick handgun is known as being an odd collector's item today, a mere footnote in firearm history, but when it was introduced in 1957, it was a revolutionary new design poised to change the way firearms worked.
Preview: Garmont T4 Groove G-Dry Boots
Designed for the rigors of military and law enforcement duty, but comfortable enough for everyday civilian wear, Garmont’s approach-oriented T4 Groove boot is a lightweight ...
The Synthetic Jacket Revolution: Coated Bullets On The Rise
Since the proof of concept gained acceptance, it didn’t take long for coated bullets to catch on. Overnight, these synthetic jackets became the darlings of high-volume shooters, especially those who compete in action pistol shooting sports, signifying a revolution taking shape.
Preview: Burris RT-3 Prism Sight
The RT-3 from Burris is a prismatic riflescope that affords the shooter an uncommonly generous and uncluttered field of view that is perfect for tactical and competitive applications.
New For 2023: Beretta APX A1 Tactical
Beretta upgraded its APX pistols with A1 features in 2022. For 2023, the company is adding a Tactical model.
Gun Of The Week: Winchester XPR Stealth SR
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range this week to learn about Winchester’s most recent evolution of its bolt gun, the XPR, and one with a few features that make it extra special.
The Armed Citizen® June 30, 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.
Bonus Round: Ruger’s 7-Shot GP100 Revolver
This short-barrel .357 Mag. revolver is a well-balanced option for home defense or use in the field.
Daisy Announces 56th National BB Gun Championship
From July 6-9, the nation’s top youth teams—ages 8 to 15—will be testing their marksmanship skills in the Rogers (Arkansas) Convention Center as they compete in the The Daisy National BB Gun Championship Match.
Rifleman Review: Colt Anaconda
Colt reintroduced its .44 Mag. Anaconda revolver in 2021, rounding out a line of magnum "snake guns" that started with the re-introduced Colt Python in 2020.
New For 2023: Marlin Model 1894 Classic
The Marlin Model 1894 Classic is the third iconic lever-action design re-introduced by the recently re-established company, following the big-bore Model 1895 in late 2021 and the whitetail classic Model 336 earlier in 2023.
Rifleman Q&A: Colt Serial No. 1 Single Action Army Mystery Solved
I thoroughly enjoyed Rick Hacker’s recent article on the Colt SAA and its 150-year history, but I am confused by the fact that the photos of Serial No. 1 on the cover of American Rifleman differ from those found in some other articles and websites. Can you please clarify this matter?
Handloads: A .380 ACP Pocket Pistol Practice Load
As modern ammunition manufacturing has drastically improved during the past 50 years, the .380 ACP is finally receiving the respect it deserves as a defensive cartridge. While handy to carry, pistols chambered for the cartridge tend to be harder to shoot well and thus require more practice to master.
FN Herstal Announces Expansions, U.S.-Made Optics Forthcoming
FN Herstal has completed its recent facility expansion project at the Noptel optic factory in Finland and has announced plans of bringing production to the United States.
Editor’s Choice: Remington 360 Buckhammer
Remington Ammunition has given sportsmen in states with straight-wall hunting regulations, particularly those who favor lever-action rifles, a potent, yet soft-shooting, new chambering for the short-range harvesting of deer-size game, hogs and even black bears.
The Rifleman Report: The Next Level
“Taking it to the next level” is a familiar phrase that seems particularly appropriate after reviewing the feature content in this month’s issue—the “it” being the state-of-the-art in several familiar categories within the realm of firearms and accessories.
The Armed Citizen® June 26, 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.
More Churches Relying On Armed Members
Results of a Lifeway Research survey—released June 6—indicate the number of Protestant churches that enlist armed members of their congregation as part of their preparedness has increased by 9 percent in the past three years. Read on: