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New For 2023: EAA Corp. Witness 2311
EAA Corp has entered the growing double-stack "2011" pistol market with its Witness 2311, which will be available in multiple sizes and chamberings.
Review: Shadow Systems CR920 Elite
Shadow Systems of Plano, Texas, designs and manufactures premium components and complete semi-automatic pistols based on the Glock Safe Action design. The optics-ready CR920 Elite pistol neatly checks the boxes of the micro-compact checklist. It has the right carry-size footprint, weight and ammunition capacity to go toe-to-toe with its competitors.
50 Years Ago: The World’s Costliest Gun
From the April 1973 American Rifleman magazine, read about an artifact once owned by King Louis XIII that sold at a record-setting auction price for the time
Editor’s Choice: ATN X-Sight 5
ATN used SHOT Show 2023 as an opportunity to unveil both the fifth generation of its digital-night-vision technology and the first of the company’s new products to put it to use—the day/night-capable X-Sight 5.
Exploded View: Mauser K98k
Few rifles have influenced firearm design and military history as much as the Mauser 98. Adopted by the German army in 1898 to replace the 1888 “Commission” rifle, the Mauser Gewehr 98 and derivatives became among the most widely produced and distributed rifles of all time.
NRA Reelects Charles Cotton as President, Wayne LaPierre as CEO/EVP at Indianapolis Board of Directors Meeting
The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) announces the election results from its Board of Directors Meeting held in Indianapolis, IN.
I Have This Old Gun: Colt Military 1908 Pocket Hammerless
Think of a semi-automatic pistol issued to U.S. military personnel during World War II, and the Model 1911A1 immediately comes to mind. But like the M1911A1, the Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless was drafted from peacetime to wartime service.
The Armed Citizen® April 17, 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.
5 New Guns At The 2023 NRA Annual Meeting
There were many new guns and lots of new gear to see at the 2023 NRA Annual Meeting & Exhibits. Here are just a few of the stand-outs.
Preview: XS Sights InLine Sight Pusher Kit For Glock
XS Sights’ Inline Sight Pusher Kit is a do-it-all DIY setup that can accommodate OEM and aftermarket Glock slides.
Constitutional Carry Gaining Steam
On July 1, residents with a clean criminal history of legal age in Florida will be able to carry concealed without a permit. When the law goes into effect, the state will be the 26th that recognizes the right.
Preview: One Hundred Concepts ScopeCap
A simple, low-profile cap designed to cover scope lenses, the One Hundred Concepts ScopeCap is easily installed on a wide range of magnified optics and is durable, thanks to its polymer construction.
Review: SIG Sauer MCX Spear-LT
Firearms like the MCX- SPEAR LT represent a pinnacle where reliability, modularity and ease of use have been maximized.
New For 2023: Henry Big Boy Revolvers
Henry is elevating its product lineup in 2023 with the introduction of the Big Boy revolvers, classically styled companions for the company's collection of lever-action rifles.
76th Director Election Results Announced
One additional Director has been elected for a one-year term by those members present and voting at this Annual Meeting of Members.
New For 2023: Winchester 400 Legend
Winchester Ammunition has introduced an all-new cartridge for the 2023 hunting season with the big-bore, straight-wall 400 Legend.
The Armed Citizen® April 14, 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: FMK Firearms 9C1-G3 Elite
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range this week to learn about an all-American-made, optics-ready, striker-fired 9 mm from FMK Firearms.
Suppressor Retailers To Showcase Innovation At NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits
Among the buzz of new firearm and gear announcements at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind., the most silent of booths are set to offer the most exciting news at this year's NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits.
The Misunderstood .45 Colt +P
This lesser-known, high-pressure revolver cartridge provides a top-notch balance of performance and more manageable levels of felt recoil.