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Henry Donates More Than $300K To Veterans Organizations
Henry Repeating Arms continues to contribute cash donations to veterans organizations, with more than $325,000 in donations this year alone.
New For 2022: Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P9 M2.0 Competitor
Smith & Wesson has unveiled a new addition to its metal-framed lineup of M&P9 M2.0 pistols with the Competitor, a competition-ready option from Smith & Wesson's Performance Center.
Review: Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 28 Gauge
It makes sense that after encountering wide acceptance of the Super Black Eagle 3 in its initial offerings, Benelli would continue to diversify the line. The latest option is the 3" 28 gauge reviewed here.
Holiday Pistol Rebates Already Underway
Start the festivities early this holiday season with cash savings promotions on some of the most popular pistols from Smith & Wesson, Stoeger and Taurus.
New For 2022: Smith & Wesson Equalizer
Smith & Wesson's latest concealed-carry offering, the Equalizer, blends the company's tried-and-true EZ technology with an expanded magazine capacity to create a capable defensive handgun.
In Memoriam: NFL Legend & NRA Director Dave Butz
NRA Director and 16-season NFL Defensive Tackle Dave Butz passed away on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022.
Preview: Console Vault In-Vehicle Safe
As its name implies, the In-Vehicle Safe from Console Vault is an anti-theft car safe that surreptitiously secures a handgun (or other small valuables) within the center console, under-seat console or folding armrest, depending on the vehicle’s make and model.
Smith & Wesson’s CSX: A Hammer-Fired Micro In Metal
Virtually in a category by itself, Smith & Wesson’s new micro-compact CSX pistol re-defines what is possible when traditional ideas are pushed to the cutting edge.
The Armed Citizen® Nov. 7, 2022
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Preview: Hoppe’s AirVault Storage Bags
A ready-to-use, long-term storage option for firearms, the AirVault is loaded with corrosion inhibitors woven throughout the bag’s interior.
I Have This Old Gun: Winchester Model 12 'Trench' Gun
Approximately 80,000 Model 12 trench guns were manufactured between 1941 and 1944, and later production featured a Parkerized metal finish. Careful inspection will reveal four rows of holes in the handguard for barrel heat venting, changed from six during 1917.
Review: CMP Field Grade M1911A1
Through the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), qualifying buyers can enter a lottery to purchase their own genuine U.S. military-surplus M1911 or M1911A1 pistol.
Data Mining Impacts The Firearm Retail Landscape
Companies are subscribing to purchase analytics more than ever before, but is this for good reason, and are these datasets driving the direction of our retail space that is so near and dear to our hearts?
The Armed Citizen® Nov. 4, 2022
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
NRA Gun Of The Week: Smith & Wesson Model 350
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range with the latest X-Frame revolver from Smith & Wesson that comes chambered for the 350 Legend.
Rifleman Q&A: When Did Winchester Stop Making The Model 1873?
Can you tell me about the Winchester 1873 lever-action rifle? In particular, I would like to know when Winchester stopped making it. Are replicas available?
Preview: First Lite Origin Hoody
Designed to function as both an early-season outer layer and a late-season mid-layer garment (rated for temperatures down to 20° F), the First Lite Origin Hoody is a versatile hooded sweatshirt that is appropriate for virtually all hunting pursuits.
Review: SCCY Industries Gen3 CPX Series Pistols
Building off the success of the previous Gen2 design, SCCY Industries updated its CPX series to create a Gen3 lineup of guns, which includes the addition of an optics-ready slide.
RemArms, AG Composites Partnering On New Model 700 Alpha 1
Remington Model 870 pump-action shotgun inventories are finally re-filling, and a press release issued by AG Composites this week indicates a new RemArms bolt-action rifle may be next.
Donate To The NRA Foundation And Receive Tax Savings Next Year
As the year draws to a close, now is an ideal time to complete gift pledges and make special gifts to The NRA Foundation. By completing charitable gifts by Dec. 31, you can be eligible for additional tax savings next April.