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NRA Gun of the Week: Rock Island Armory STK100
On this week's "Gun of the Week" video preview, watch as American Rifleman staff examine and range test a Rock Island Armory striker-fired handgun in 9 mm Luger that features an aluminum frame with an internal steel chassis.
Champion Continues Support For Kids & Clays Foundation
Champion Traps & Targets is continuing support for the Kids & Clays Foundation, and helping raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Review: Norinco Type 54 From AIM Surplus
The Type 54 is a 1950's era North China Industries (Norinco) clone of the Russian TT pistol, and large quantities have recently become available through AIM Surplus.
Rifleman Review: Crimson Trace LS 250 Lasersaddle
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of "Rifleman Review" from 2019 to learn more about the Crimson Trace LS 250 Lasersaddle shotgun mounted laser module.
Smith & Wesson SD9VE: A Budget Friendly Striker-Fired 9 mm
First introduced in 2012, the Smith & Wesson SD9VE provides a 9 mm striker fired handgun with a price point that has continued its popularity as a budget friendly pistol.
This Old Gun: Model 1860 Henry Rifle
Although he probably didn’t plan it, when New England shirtmaker Oliver Fisher Winchester acquired the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. in 1857 and re-named it the New Haven Arms Co., he ended up dramatically altering firearm technology, helped settle the American West and subsequently created a legacy that continues to this day.
Firearm Actions For Mixed-Up Families
Can’t a lefty learn to run a right-hand platform? Sure, but the optimal answer is a firearm with a format that matches the shooter—although there are universally friendly, bilateral options.
Blackhawk Offers Product Customization
Blackhawk has launched a new custom Kydex holster and accessory program on its website, which allows customers to choose from a variety of colors, graphics and other features.
Smith & Wesson Issues Safety Recall For M&P12 Shotguns
Smith & Wesson has issued a safety recall this week for the new M&P12 bullpup shotgun.
Preview: Bushnell Outdoorsman Bluetooth Speaker
Having tunes playing while working outdoors can keep the momentum going, and Bushnell’s Outdoorsman Bluetooth speaker has the durability and longevity to keep up with long projects, outdoor parties and more.
Bergmann’s Extraordinary Pistols
Although Bergmann’s products never received the notoriety of the Luger, the Broomhandle or the Colt M1911, he nevertheless set many milestones in firearm development—including making the first pistol to achieve genuine commercial success. How’s that for extraordinary?
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 18, 2021
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: LA Police Gear Freedom Axe
With full-tang construction, a 3Cr13 stainless-steel head and water-resistant Pakkawood scales, the compact Freedom Axe from LA Police Gear is a versatile survival tool designed to shrug off the elements and hard use.
Rifleman Q&A: .32 Long Rimfire Shot?
Where did .32 Long Rimfire shotshell cartridges come from? What guns were chambered for it? Here's what we found out.
Tavor X95: The Updated Israeli Bullpup
Unveiled in 2016 and claiming a prestigious NRA Publication’s Golden Bullseye award by the next year, the Tavor X95 was a commerical success and improved upon the design of the original Tavor SAR.
The .32-20 Winchester Center Fire: History & Performance
Born from a desire for a faster and flatter shooting cartridge, the .32-20 Winchester Center Fire cartridge came to the world stage at the end of the 19th century as a popular option for revolvers and lever-action rifles alike, but its popularity eventually dwindled as the 20th century progressed.
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 15, 2021
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Rifleman Q&A: M1 Garand Vs. M1 Carbine Rebarrels
It seems to me that few World War II-vintage M1 Garand rifles retain their original barrels today, whereas most M1 Carbines of the same era I have seen still have the original barrels?
NRA Gun of the Week: Kimber 84M Pro Varmint
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview, watch as American Rifleman staff take a short-action Kimber 84M rifle to the range for discussion.
NRA Museums: 85 Years Of Preserving The Past For The Future
In June 1923, the Official Journal of the National Rifle Association became The American Rifleman, a bi-monthly publication with a staff that included Maj. Julian S. Hatcher, Lt. Col. Townsend Whelen, Capt. Charles Askins, Sr. and a host of others whose names read like a who’s who of legendary gun writers and experts.