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Review: Beretta 80X Cheetah
It was in 2017 when Beretta removed a concealed-carry favorite, the model 84, from its lineup only to be redesigned, improved and marketed in 2023 under its new moniker, the 80X Cheetah.
Springfield Armory To Fund Hillsdale Action Shooting Team Scholarships
Springfield Armory has made a four-year commitment to fund remitted scholarships for members of the Hillsdale College Action Shooting Team. The company also supplies the team with all of its firearms, which includes the firm’s highly praised XD-M Elites and Prodigy firearms.
Preview: Savage Arms Single-Shot Adapter
Savage Arms now provides a single-shot adapter for its Axis and 110 model rifles, allowing the guns to be used in states that permit single-shot-only configurations for deer hunting.
I Have This Old Gun: Chassepot Rifle
By the 1860s, many military powers were experimenting with and adopting breechloading rifles as standard military arms. France, in the mid-1860s, took a revolutionary leap forward with the development of the Chassepot, which incorporated a bolt-action mechanism similar to the designs seen on bolt-action rifles today.
New For 2024: Ruger 75th Anniversary Models
The year 2024 marks 75 years of existence for Sturm, Ruger & Co. To celebrate, Ruger will be producing special editions of three of its most popular models—the 10/22 Sporter, Mark IV Standard and LCP MAX.
Springfield Armory Model 2020 Rimfires: A Pleasant Surprise
A new line of target and hunting bolt-actions in .22 Long Rifle, ranging from the utilitarian to the elegant, the Model 2020 Rimfire rifles combine well-thought-out design, proven features, fine accuracy and pricing that may just prove to be irresistible.
Rifleman Q&A: Israel’s Convertible Jericho
It [Jericho 941] was produced in Israel for use globally as well as for the Israeli police and defense forces. It afforded a cartridge change, from 9 mm Luger to .41 Action Express. What happened to the Jericho and the .41 Action Express?
Colt CZ Group Acquires Sellier & Bellot Ammunition
Colt CZ Group announced it has entered into an agreement with CBC Europe to purchase 100 percent interest in Sellier & Bellot, one of the oldest engineering and ammunition makers based in the Czech Republic.
Remembering Gun Designer Robert Lee Hillberg
A brilliant young designer from middle America lands in Gun Valley with a unique idea—and changes the firearm industry in the process.
The Armed Citizen® Jan. 8, 2024
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Holiday Firearm Sales Highlight Popularity Of Shotguns, Compact Pistols
Recent results provided by two of the industry’s biggest outlets indicate buyers are showing a decided preference for shotguns.
Preview: The .45 Caliber M1911 Automatic Pistol
Longtime American Rifleman contributor Tom Laemlein has amassed an incredible array of period images illustrating the use of American military arms in war, peacetime and training.
Review: Bergara B-14² Crest
A modern take on the timeless mountain rifle, the Squared Crest uses Begara’s push-feed, Remington 700-style action fitted to a monocoque rifle stock made from carbon fiber.
New For 2024: SIG Sauer Cross Trax
Based on the company's earlier Cross hunting rifle, for 2024, SIG Sauer introduced a minimalist version of the gun in the Cross Trax.
Preview: Spartan Valhalla Bipod
Spartan Precision Equipment’s Valhalla lightweight tactical bipod offers an especially wide leg stance, allowing for a low center of gravity that maximizes stability of the gun.
Gun Of The Week: Mossberg Patriot LR Tactical
Most people associate the Mossberg name with rugged, dependable shotguns, but in recent years, the company has built out its Patriot bolt-action rifle line, and the Patriot LR Tactical is a variant built for precision.
NRA EVP Wayne LaPierre Announces Resignation From NRA
The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) announced today that Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre announced he is stepping down from his position as chief executive of the organization, effective January 31.
The Armed Citizen® Jan. 5, 2024
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Review: Rossi Brawler .45 Colt/.410 Single-Shot Pistol
This update to a classic handgun design features welcome improvements, 21st century manufacturing and materials and an optics rail.
Remington Subsonic .22 LR Safety Recall
Remington Ammunition has issued a safety recall for one lot of its subsonic .22 Long Rifle ammunition.