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The Armed Citizen® April 26, 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.
Favorite Firearms: A Model 84C for Bus Fare
My half-brother Charles F. Minter, Jr.—who later became a major general—owned a Springfield Model 84C bolt-action .22 rimfire rifle when he joined the Army Air Corps in 1943.
Rifleman Q&A: How Do Army 'M' Numbers Work?
M1 Garand, M1911, M14 rifle...where does the military come up with all these numbers and how do they work?
Preview: Plano Stealth Pistol Case
Want a simple, discreet way to carry your handgun? This Plano Stealth Pistol Case is the perfect option, and it's affordable, too.
'Give Me A Gunny': Marine Gunnery Sergeants in the Firearm Industry
Marine Gunnery Sergeants are not only invaluable for their service in uniform, they also play an important role in the firearms industry with their expertise.
Heritage Mfg. Rough Rider: One of 2020's Top-Selling Revolvers
They're affordable and fun, so it's little surprise that the Rough Rider revolver from Heritage Mfg. is one of the best-selling revolvers of 2020.
The Armed Citizen® April 23, 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.
NRA Gun of the Week: Taurus USA G3c T.O.R.O.
On this week’s “Gun of the Week” video preview American Rifleman staff looking into Taurus USA’s Optic Ready Option, the G3c T.O.R.O.
Review: Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8" Compact
This Springfield XD-M Elite 3.8" Compact is a full featured carry gun that neatly tames the snappy feel of standard and +P 9mm ammunition.
Rifleman Q&A: Why Didn't The U.S. Army Issue .45 Auto Rim?
Q: If the .45 Auto Rim cartridge doesn’t require the use of a cumbersome half-moon clip in order to be ejected from the Model 1917 Colt and Smith & Wesson revolvers, why wasn’t it issued to our troops armed with M1917 revolvers during World War II?
Gun Range Etiquette: Simple Steps to Safe Shooting
While every shooting range has its own SOP, which you should familiarize yourself with, this tutorial will get you pointed in the correct direction. Knowledge is power.
RISE Armament Honored for Veteran Hiring Focus
RISE Armament has been honored by the Department of Labor for its efforts in hiring and retaining military veterans.
Rifleman Review: Springfield Armory 911
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of Rifleman Review to learn more about the Springfield Armory 911 sub-compact handgun chambered in .380 ACP.
The Keefe Report: The Future of Colt
Colt is just more than a gun factory. It's the essence of Americana. Now, CZ Group is helping to build them up.
New for 2021: Springfield XD-M Elite 3.8" Compact OSP
In its XD-M Elite 3.8" Compact OSP, Springfield Armory offers an optic-ready model that's ready for daily carry and loaded with enhancements.
Review: TriStar Trinity
Beautifully crafted over-under shotguns have been a longtime favorite for sporting clays, upland game and waterfowl hunting.
Wiley X Moves from Cali to Texas
A leading manufacturer of shooting glasses, Wiley X, is just one of many companies fleeing California.
Preview: Galco Ankle Holsters
Galco introduces three new additions to its line of ankle holsters for pistols with the new Ankle Lite, Ankle Guard and Cop Ankle Band holsters.
Review: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus
With the micro-compact pistol market taking off like wildfire, it’s Smith & Wesson’s turn to fan the flames.
New for 2021: Uberti 'Teddy' Revolver
Uberti USA now offers a reproduction of a Colt Single Action Army owned by President Theodore Roosevelt.