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ARTV Preview: Remington Ammunition, Taurus TX22 Competition and The M1886 Lebel
On this week of American Rifleman Television, we go behind the scenes at Remington's ammunition plant in Lonoke, Ark., test out the Taurus TX22 Competition and look back and the French M1886 Lebel.
Preview: Victor Company Titan22
The Victor Company Titan22, for Ruger 10/22 rifles, offers enhanced strength and rigidity to help shooters maximize the accuracy of their rifles.
The Armed Citizen® July 5, 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: Finding A USMC Model 1941 Johnson Rifle
Melvin Johnson believed Garand's mainstream design to be flawed and reasoned that a handier gun might appeal to the Dutch. His unique M1941 rifle went on to inspire the likes of Eugene stoner, among others, yet garnered very little U.S. military acceptance at the time.
Dry-Fire Practice Tips For Your Double-Action Revolver
For those who own and carry a double-action revolver, dry-fire practice can help build skills with trigger control and improve accuracy.
Colt M45A1: A Modernized M1911 For The Marines
In 2012, the Marine Expeditionary Unit Special Operations Capable teams were issued Colts' modernized take on the M1911 design, the M45A1.
NRA Gun of the Week: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview, American Rifleman staff take to the range a compact carry-ready pistol from Smith & Wesson’s M&P Shield.
The Armed Citizen® July 2, 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.
Arms of Independence: The Guns Of The American Revolution
On July 4, Americans celebrate the remarkable circumstances surrounding our independence. Without small arms, that independence wouldn't have been possible.
Review: Taurus G3 T.O.R.O.
Taurus, following the recent trend towards optic adaptable handguns for personal defense, released an optic-ready version of the G3 striker-fired pistol, the G3 T.O.R.O.
NRA Reopens Public Range Fund for Qualifying Projects
The National Rifle Association has reopened the Public Range Fund, which supports public shooting ranges across the United States.
New for 2021: Ruger LCP MAX
Ruger upgraded its compact pistol lineup with the all-new LCP MAX, which stuffs 11 rounds into a firearm footprint the size of the company's popular LCP II.
I Have This Old Gun: FN Model 1949
Watch this segment of American Rifleman Television's "I Have This Old Gun" to learn about the history and development of the Fabrique Nationale Model 1949 gas-operated, semi-automatic service rifle, which was made for several nations following World War II in several calibers.
Preview: C&G Holsters Alpha Upgrade
Proprietary molds and CNC milling ensure that C&G Holsters’ U.S.-made Kydex products properly fit even complex setups such as an M1911 mounted with a light and a red-dot.
Best Seller: Kel-Tec KSG
The Kel-Tec KSG bullpup, pump-action, shotgun continues to display its popularity, being the fourth most sold pump-action shotgun of 2020.
I Have This Old Gun: Colt Commercial Model 1911
Through the years, countless articles have been written heralding the many attributes of the U.S. Model of 1911 pistol. But the focus has mainly been on military versions of this slab-sided warhorse.
Preview: Browning Recoil Hawg Muzzle Brake
Stop up to 76 percent of recoil with the latest multi-caliber muzzle device from Browning.
Winchester Issues Recall For 9 mm Ammunition
Winchester has issued a recall on specific lots of 115-gr. FMJ and JHP 9 mm ammunition for faulty propellant that may result in bore obstructions.
ARTV Preview: Remington Ammunition, Springfield Armory Hellcat RDP and The Jacob's Rifle
In this season premiere of American Rifleman Television, we take a look at what Vista Outdoors is doing to get the Remington Ammunition plant back up to speed, examine the Springfield Armory Hellcat RDP and look back at the John Jacob Rifle.
The U.S. Model 1855 Pistol Carbine
Adopted alongside the U.S. Model 1855 Rifle and Rifle-Musket, the Model 1855 Pistol Carbine mated a shoulder stock to a big-bore handgun. While soon rendered obsolete by better carbines, such as the Sharps, the M1855s saw service against the Apache and Cheyenne and in the American Civil War.