American Rifleman
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Bill Bachenberg Elected NRA President, Doug Hamlin Unanimously Reelected as NRA Executive Vice President & CEO
Today, the Board of Directors of the National Rifle Association of America (NRA), elected Bill Bachenberg of Pennsylvania as President of the NRA and Doug Hamlin as NRA Executive Vice President & CEO.
Review: Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph
Garmin is a longtime provider of useful electronics for outdoor enthusiasts, including handheld GPS units, archery optics and smartwatches. Near the end of 2023, the company expanded its offerings in a fresh direction by offering its very first chronograph, dubbed the Xero C1 Pro.
The Armed Citizen® April 28, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
New For 2025: Century Arms AP51 & AP53
Century Arms has expanded its AP5 line of roller-delayed blowback firearms with the new AP51 and AP53 handguns based on the Heckler & Koch G3 and HK33, respectively.
Preview: InfernoWare Shield
InfernoWare Shield is a spray-applied coating designed to protect firearm and other components from heat and contact damage.
Charles Hiltunen Elected As 76th NRA Director
Charles Hiltunen has been elected by the members to a one-year term ending in 2026.
Comparing Factory .38 Spl. Wadcutter Loads With A Smith & Wesson Model 686 Plus
A common choice for classic competition, the factory wadcutter load can prove to be a top target load while also mitigating the effects of strong recoil due to its reduced velocity.
Preview: XS Sights Standard Dot Revolver Front Sight Smith & Wesson
XS Sights has a solution for owners of Smith & Wesson J-frames, such as the 640 and 340 PD, that have front sights attached with a single pin and fixed rear sights.
New Guns & Gear At The 2025 NRA Show
The 154th NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits, held at the Georgia World Congress Center, April 24-27, was teeming with new guns and gear. Here's a taste of what you can see on the show floor.
Gun Of The Week: Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter
Welcome to American Rifleman’s Gun Of The Week. For this episode, we have a version of Smith & Wesson’s Model 1854 lever-action that’s specifically made for field use. Meet the Model 1854 Stealth Hunter.
The Armed Citizen® April 25, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Training With Moving Targets
Most target shooters understand static or bullseye-type stationary targets quite well, but did you know that adding motion into your training routine will improve practical marksmanship and the skills necessary to conquer defensive situations?
USA Shooting Celebrates 30th Anniversary
USA Shooting marks a historic milestone in April as it celebrates 30 years as the national governing body for international shooting sports within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee.
Rifleman Review: Rock River Arms LAR-15M .17 HMR
Building a reliable semi-automatic rifle chambered for the .17 HMR can be a challenge, but Rock River Arms seems to have solved the issue with its unique RRA .17 HMR AR-style rifle.
New For 2025: Tanfoglio Hexagon Tactical & Hexagon P
Tanfoglio manufactures CZ 75 pattern pistols in a variety of forms, and for 2025, the company is adding two new variants to its lineup with the Hexagon Tactical and Hexagon P.
See New Guns & Gear At The NRA's Annual Meetings In Georgia
Freedom-loving American patriots gather every spring at the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits to celebrate their liberty and check out the newest crop of guns, optics, ammunition and accessories. This year, 2025, the fun will take place in Atlanta, Ga.—we hope to see you there!
Rifleman Q&A: A Hornet In Father’s Attic
From the pages of the April 2025 American Rifleman, learn about a Savage rifle in .22 Hornet that was found in an attic.
Spring Into Savings With Federal & Remington Ammo
Two of the industry’s finest began offering ammunition rebates on April 1 and the special savings continue through June 30.
The Revolutionary Art Of Don Troiani
By using surviving artifacts, eyewitness testimony, accurately reproduced uniforms, original firearms and the thorough study of battle sites, Don Troiani has done more than imagine what happened 250 years ago. His art is as close as it can get to a true representation of what period combat would have looked like.
The Armed Citizen® April 21, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.